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Online libraries

Scribd

A subscription library with probably the best selection of titles - now with unlimited access. You can read both online and offline in the Scribd iOS and Android app. Most titles available worldwide. Sign up for a free 30-day trial here.

Perlego

A subscription library for learners and students. Perlego's focus is textbooks, technical books and non-fiction. Unlimited access to ebooks with a free trial and student discount. Sign up here ›

OpenLibrary

You can borrow ebooks for free from OpenLibrary’s selection of hundreds of thousands of scanned ebooks, accessible from anywhere in the world. All you need is an email address to sign up.

Safari books

A subscription library for technical and business books. It is designed for those who read to learn - access to online courses is also included. Read in the Safari Books iOS or Android app, or in your web browser. You can sign up for a free trial without a credit card here.

24Symbols

Unlimited reading - hundreds of thousands of ebooks available. Save more with an annual plan here

OverDrive

Local libraries worldwide provide ebooks and audiobooks for free through OverDrive. You will need your library card to sign in.

tablets, phones, ereaders

What devices can I read on?

You can always read on your phone, tablet or computer. Some services let you read on ereaders too.
Scribd
Perlego
Safari books
OpenLibrary
Price $9 per month £15 per month $39 per month Free
Android tablets and phones
iPad and iPhone
Kindle Fire tablets
Kindle eReaders
Kobo Arc tablets
Kobo eReaders
Nook HD

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