indyreads is an online platform that provides NSW public libraries with free access to ebooks and audiobooks for their users.
Library users can borrow from the collection using the indyreads app on their device or by accessing indyreads through the web browser.
You can find all you need to know about managing indyreads in your library on the NSW.net website.
- Go to the indyreads section on the NSW.net website.
Collection
The indyreads collection is intended to complement existing public library collections and ensure you can offer your users a diverse collection of quality Australian and international titles.
- Go to the Managing indyreads in your library page on the NSW.net website to find out about the collection, using indyreads, administration and troubleshooting.
Promotion
You can let your community know about indyreads in a variety of ways including displaying promotional material, ensuring information is available on your website, posting on social media, using indyreads in book clubs, and creating book lists.
- Go to the Promoting indyreads page on the NSW.net website.
Local studies
Local studies collections showcase the history and diversity of local communities, but these are often limited to local use in public libraries.
The indyreads local studies collection aims to enable public libraries to make their locally important titles available via the platform. Libraries can make aspects of their digital local studies content available on indyreads, providing NSW public library members with access to a representative statewide collection of local studies titles.
- Go to the indyreads local studies collection page on the NSW.net website.
Professional development
- Learn more about indyreads in the online course on the PL Portal.
- Visit our YouTube channel to find recordings of author talks.
- Go to the News section to find our monthly roundup of upcoming training and professional development opportunities, webinars, events and other indyreads news.
Networking
Join the indyreads email list to connect with other NSW public library staff who are interested in sharing information, ideas and feedback about the indyreads collection and platform.
This information is provided to assist NSW public libraries. If you are a member of the public and have a question about indyreads, please contact your local public library for help.