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eLibraryeLibrary<div class="ExternalClassCC97E852507E4B7591DBE3590AE4AAE2"><p>​Explore electronic resources that are FREE to you with your Phoenix Public Library card.  Search for something specific or browse <a href="/browse/learning-research/a-to-z" target="_blank">a wide variety of online resources​</a>.</p><p>Phoenix Public Library works with various vendors to provide access to the following resources. Access is made available through your library account, but some resources may also require you to create an additional account with them in order to access their services. Prior to any account creation, please make sure to read the resources’ terms and conditions.<br></p><p><span lang="EN-US">eLibrary check-outs are not included in the 35-item limit for books and media and most will not be visible through </span><a href="https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/logon.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><span lang="EN-US">My Account</span></a><span lang="EN-US">.</span> ​<br></p></div>

 

 

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eBookseBooks<span class="fa-layers fa-fw" title="eBook"><i class="fad fa-book-alt"></i><span class="fa-layers-text inverse" data-fa-transform="shrink-5 right-1 up-3">e</span></span>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/elibrary/ebooks<div class="ExternalClass6CD6DF673F884C0888F758FC3422B536"><p>​Access a variety of eBooks with your Phoenix Public Library card.<br></p></div>ebooks
eAudiobookseAudiobooks<i class="fad fa-headphones-alt"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/elibrary/eaudiobooks<div class="ExternalClassB5F4C2C82E13477383BFBCECF3C7D336"><p>Learn how to access eAudiobooks a variety of ways with your Phoenix Public Library card.​<br></p></div>eaudiobooks
Online MusicOnline Music<i class="fad fa-music"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/elibrary/emusic<div class="ExternalClassFEC7B6C0F2F84BD1BEC744B4D3E39F84"><p>​Learn how to access and even download a variety of online music with your Phoenix Public Library card.<br></p></div>emusic
Online VideoOnline Video<i class="fad fa-film"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/elibrary/evideo<div class="ExternalClassCE82A8B3C93C46A8B6FC6478CAF08088"><p>​Access videos online with your Phoenix Public Library card.<br></p></div>evideo
Online Magazines & NewspapersOnline Magazines & Newspapers<i class="fad fa-newspaper"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/elibrary/online-magazines-newspapers<div class="ExternalClass506AC78002BF4B52A94F61E844CAF552"><p>​Access online magazines with your Phoenix Public Library card.<br></p></div>online-magazines-newspapers
eLearningeLearning<i class="fad fa-chalkboard"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/elibrary/elearning<div class="ExternalClass32A5C46C8772411A8A96DEAB440DCC55"><p>​Learn on your own time and at your own pace with our online classes. Or, prepare for a test with in the following areas and more: civil service, firefighting, nursing, U.S. citizenship, high school skills improvement, GED, SAT, college entrance exams and graduate school exams.</p><br></div>elearning
eDIYeDIY<i class="fad fa-digging"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/elibrary/ediy<div class="ExternalClass1019FEFD2A2C4A3DB7714DB806D8BC0D"><p>​Whether you are looking to relax, learn a new hobby, or master something you’ve done all your life, the library has resources which can help. From investing to crafts, food interests or IT skills, all you need is your library card and some curiosity.<br></p><h2>DIY Food & Craft</h2><p>AtoZ World Food, Hobbies and Crafts Reference Center, Home Improvement Reference Center​, Universal Class, New York Times Cooking, New York Times Games<br></p><h2>DIY Auto & Mechanics<br></h2><p>Auto Repair Source, Chilton's Car and Truck Repair Library<br></p><h2>DIY Legal & Business<br></h2><p>Legal Forms, Skillsoft Books, Morningstar Investment Research Center,​ Value Line, Small Business Reference Center, Udemy<br></p></div>ediy
Arizona ImagesArizona Images<i class="fad fa-camera-retro"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/elibrary/arizona-images​Arizona Images is a collection of images that can be viewed in the Phoenix Public Library catalog.<div class="ExternalClassBAB57E475C16462D97BB28EE2CF6C412"><p class="h4"">​Arizona Images is a collection of images that can be viewed in the Phoenix Public Library catalog.</p>​ </div>arizona-images
Device AdviceDevice Advice<i class="fas fa-tablet-alt"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/elibrary/device-adviceCurious about which electronic devices access which electronic resources from the Library?<div class="ExternalClassD4A55347763C4939BC833316C84380D0"><h4>​Curious about which electronic devices access which electronic resources from the Library? Here’s the good news:</h4><p><em>current devices + current operating systems + and current browsers or apps = a wide arrange of content for you (with your current Phoenix Public Library card, of course).</em></p><p>We always recommend using the latest version of any browser to ensure you have the best possible user experience.<br></p><h3>​Up-to-date apps can be found:<br></h3><p>Apple app store, Google Play store, Amazon Appstore</p><h3>​Up-to-date browsers often include:</h3><p>Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Safari<br>​</p><h3>​Up-to-date smart TVs or apps often include:</h3><p>Apple TV and Airplay, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Samsung Smart TV, Roku, Chromecast</p><h2>Phoenix Public Library offers a variety of eResources. Here are a few of the most popular:<br></h2><h3>Greater Phoenix Digital Library/Libby<br></h3><p>The Greater Phoenix Digital Library offers eBooks, eAudiobooks and online magazines. It is a wide-ranging collection of more than 245,000 titles that includes adult, teen and children's materials.</p><ul><li>​Best known for eBooks, eAudiobooks, and online magazines<br></li><li>Features Read/Listen/Watch now using the latest version of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, and Safari<br></li><li>​Libby App</li><ul><li>​​​Android 7.1+<br></li><li>​​iOS 10+<br></li><li>Fire: compatible with Fire tablets from 2020 or later, plus some earlier models<br></li></ul><li>Listen to Libby audiobooks<br></li><ul><li>Google Home<br></li><li>Amazon Echo<br></li><li>Sonos Speakers<br></li><li>Apple CarPlay<br></li><li>Android Auto<br></li><li>Android Automotive</li></ul><li>Read Libby eBooks on a Kobo eReader<br></li><li><em>GPDL is the only platform for use with e-ink Kindles such as the paperwhite</em><br></li><li><a href="https://help.libbyapp.com/en-us/categories/device-compatibility-and-syncing.htm?tocpath=Home%7cDevices%252C%20compatibility%252C%20and%20syncing%7c_____0" target="_blank">More information​</a><br></li></ul><h3>​hoopla<br></h3><p>hoopla offers eBooks, eAudiobooks, streaming video and music, even graphic novels and TV shows.</p><ul><li>​​Best known for eBooks, eAudiobooks, streaming video and streaming music</li><li>Titles on the Windows and MacOS platforms are only available for streaming. For downloading titles, use one of the mobile apps<br></li><ul><li>Windows 7, 8.1, 10 and 11 (hoopla will not work with Windows mobile devices)<br></li><li>desktop browsers: recent versions of Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Safari and Firefox on Windows and Mac.​<br></li><li>MacOS 11+ and above<br><br></li></ul><li>Available apps</li><ul><li>hoopla app<br></li><ul><li>Android 7.1 and above<br></li><li>iOS 15  or higher<br></li><li>FireOS 6.0 and above<br></li><li>Amazon Fire tablets<br></li><li>Android Auto<br></li></ul><li>Using hooopla on your TV</li><ul><li>Airplay on 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th gen devices</li><li>Apple TV devices on 4th and 5th gen devices<br></li><li>Android TV devices<br></li><li>Fire TV on Fire OS6+ devices (currently not Fire TV Cube)<br></li><li>Roku channel for devices running 7.8 and higher<br></li><li>Chromecast 1st and 2nd generation, including Chromecast Ultra and Smart TVs with Chromecast built-in support for Chromecast Audio coming soon<br></li><li>And more<br></li></ul></ul><li>​​<a href="https://www.hoopladigital.com/help" target="_blank">More information</a><br></li></ul><h3>Freegal Music+<br></h3><p>Download and stream music with Freegal. Access 18 million+ songs, including Sony Music’s catalog of legendary artists. In total the collection is comprised of music from over 93,000+ labels with 200,000 songs added monthly and music that originates in over 100 countries.</p><ul><li>​Use to download or stream songs or music videos each week</li><li>Available apps</li><ul><li>Freegal Music+<br></li><ul><li>Google Play Store</li><li>Apple App Store</li><li>Kindle Fire (3rd generation only)<br></li></ul></ul><li>​What’s the difference between Streaming and Downloading on Freegal?</li><ul><li>​Downloading is capturing and keeping the file on a permanent basis.</li><li>Streaming is accessing the file on a temporary basis, while being connected to the internet<br></li></ul><li><a href="https://phoenixpubliclibrary.freegalmusic.com/faq" target="_blank">More information</a>​<br></li></ul><h3>Kanopy<br></h3><p>The Kanopy collection offers a broad selection of more than 30,000 feature films, documentaries, independent films, TV series, foreign language, and training videos, including: the Criterion Collection, The Great Courses, the Frontline series, and international films. <br></p><ul><li>​You will need an Internet connection to watch films on Kanopy. The films cannot be downloaded to your device. They only stream through the Internet. <br></li><ul><li>On a Windows computer, Mac, or Chromebook, you can use Kanopy in your web browser at <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/www.kanopy.com/__%3b%21%21LkjWUF49MRd51_ry%21awcjx_AFf3NMWvjmVIvMrYGT6u2pYlBD4zwibLPcS04yT0AqT-UaLrraj9KeAxxo02NxKObQcruc34UQI-ULpSFM53u9T3s$">kanopy.com [kanopy.com]</a>. We recommend using the latest version of Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge.​<br></li></ul><li>Available apps</li><ul><li>Kanopy<br></li><ul><li>​Android 7.1+<br></li><li>Apple iOS 11.0+<br></li><li>Amazon Fire Tablets with FireOS 6+<br></li></ul><li>​​Using Kanopy on your TV: A Kanopy app is currently available for the TV devices below.</li><ul><li>​Apple TV with tvOS 12+<br></li><li>Fire TV with FireOS 6+<br></li><li>Android TV with Android 7.1+<br></li><li>Samsung Smart TV <span style="font-size:11pt;font-family:calibri, sans-serif;">(Most models from 2019 or later with Tizen 5.0+. See <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/developer.samsung.com/smarttv/develop/specifications/tv-model-groups.html__%3b%21%21LkjWUF49MRd51_ry%21awcjx_AFf3NMWvjmVIvMrYGT6u2pYlBD4zwibLPcS04yT0AqT-UaLrraj9KeAxxo02NxKObQcruc34UQI-ULpSFM8-dpPos$">this chart [developer.samsung.com]</a> to find your Tizen version)</span><br></li><li>Roku with RokuOS 12.5+<br></li></ul><li>If you do not have access to any of the above devices, you can also view Kanopy on your television by connecting your computer to your television via HDMI cable.<br></li></ul><li><a href="https://help.kanopy.com/en-us/4148.htm" target="_blank">More information</a><br></li></ul><p>You can find more information about any of these eResources<br></p><ul><li><a href="/browse/elibrary">eLibrary​</a><br></li><li><a href="https://my.nicheacademy.com/phoenixpubliclibrary">Phoenix Public Library eResources Academy</a><br></li><li><a href="/services/ask-us/emedia">Help with eBooks and Downloadable Media</a><br></li></ul></div>device-advice
GPDL Summer ReadsGPDL Summer Reads<i class="fa-solid fa-sun-bright"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/elibrary/gpdl-summer-readsCheck out these titles that will be featured on the Greater Phoenix Digital Library this summer.<div class="ExternalClass71872C3F4F9449DD837AC00AF338FF3B"><h3>The following titles will be available to all <a href="/services/borrowing/library-cards" target="_blank">Phoenix Public Library cardholders​</a> this summer from<strong> June 1 through August 1</strong> <a href="https://phoenix.overdrive.com/" target="_blank">from the Greater Phoenix Digital Library</a>. </h3><h3>Check them out and <a href="/services/programs/summer-reading">apply your minutes read toward your summer reading goal​</a>​​!​​</h3><p><br><a href="https://phoenix.overdrive.com/search?query=%22the+forger%27s+spell%22+dolnick" target="_blank" style="font-family:"segoe ui semilight", "segoe ui", segoe, tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;font-size:1.15em;"><img src="/images/eLibrary/GPDL-Summer-Reads_The_Forgers_Spell_eBook.jpg" alt="" style="margin:15px;vertical-align:middle;width:132px;" />​</a><br></p><h2><a href="https://phoenix.overdrive.com/search?query=%22the+forger%27s+spell%22+dolnick" target="_blank"><em>​​The Forger’s Spell</em> by Edward Dolnick</a></h2><h4><strong>Adult</strong></h4><p><br>​<a href="https://phoenix.overdrive.com/search?query=%22the+art+thieves%22+rogers" target="_blank"><img src="/images/eLibrary/GPDL-Summer-Reads_The_Art_Thieves_eBook.jpg" alt="" style="margin:15px;width:133px;vertical-align:baseline;" /></a><br></p><h2><a href="https://phoenix.overdrive.com/search?query=%22the+art+thieves%22+rogers" target="_blank"><em>The Art Thieves</em> by Andrea Rogers​​​</a><br></h2><h4><strong>Teens</strong></h4><p><br></p><p><a href="https://phoenix.overdrive.com/search?query=drawing+chibi+kikai" target="_blank"><img src="/images/eLibrary/GPDL-Summer-Reads_Drawing_Chibi_eBook.jpg" alt="" style="margin:15px;vertical-align:middle;width:162px;" /></a><br></p><h2><a href="https://phoenix.overdrive.com/search?query=drawing+chibi+kikai" target="_blank"><em>​Drawing Chibi</em> by Kikai Anime</a><br></h2><h4><strong>Kids</strong></h4><p>​<br></p><p><br></p></div>gpdl-summer-reads
Library Speakers ConsortiumLibrary Speakers Consortium<i class="fa-solid fa-microphone"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/elibrary/library-speakers-consortium​En​​joy​ a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders.<div class="ExternalClass499B340C8C894CA9A399929D3E0E7EA8"><h3>​En​​joy​ a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders.</h3><p>Brought to you in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium.<br></p><p><a href="https://libraryc.org/phoenixpubliclibrary" target="_blank">Learn more.​</a><br></p><p><br></p><div><p style="text-align:center;"><img src="/images/eLibrary/LSC/LSC-7.8_Raul-the-Third_web.jpg" alt="" style="margin:5px;" /><br></p><h3><a href="https://libraryc.org/phoenixpubliclibrary/80200" target="_blank">Dibuja tu mundo con Raúl the Third (Preescolar a 2.º grado)</a><br></h3><p><strong>Tuesday, July 8 at 11 a.m.</strong><br><em><strong>Este evento tendrá una duración de 30 minutos.</strong></em></p><p>Acompaña al autor e ilustrador Raúl the Third mientras nos habla de su libro <em>¡Vamos! ¡A leer!</em> Conoce a Lobito y sus amigos mientras exploran el Festival del Libro Love de su biblioteca. Desde demostraciones de libros de cocina y talleres de cómics hasta creación de máscaras y clases de idiomas, esta biblioteca tiene algo para todos los gustos y Lobito está deseando mostrárselo.</p><p>Raúl the Third usa su cultura y su experiencia de crecer en la frontera entre Estados Unidos y México para inspirar su arte y sus historias. Se animará a los estudiantes a explorar su mundo a través de una perspectiva creativa. Se planea un dibujo conjunto y se recomiendan materiales y papel para dibujar.<br></p><p><a href="https://libraryc.org/phoenixpubliclibrary/80200" target="_blank">Regístrase para este evento</a>.<br></p><p><a href="https://calendar.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/event/14830582" target="_blank">Particípa en este evento</a> en <a href="/locations/palo-verde" target="_blank">Palo Verde Library​</a>!<br></p><p><em><strong>Por Favor: Tenga en cuenta que esta fecha tendremos dos presentaciones de Raúl the Third: una en español y otra en inglés. Asegúrese de registrarse en el formato que prefiera.</strong></em></p><p><em><strong><br></strong></em></p><p><img src="/images/eLibrary/LSC/LSC-7.8_Raul-the-Third_web.jpg" alt="" style="margin:5px;vertical-align:middle;" /><br></p><h3><a href="https://libraryc.org/phoenixpubliclibrary/78152">Drawing Your World with Raúl The Third (Preschool-2nd Grade)</a><br></h3><p><strong>Tuesday, July 8 at 1 p.m.​</strong><br><em><strong>This event will be 30 minutes in length.</strong></em></p><p>Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book <em>¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read!</em>. Meet Little Lobo and friends as they explore their library's Libro Love Book Festival! From cookbook demonstrations and comics workshops to mask making and language classes, this library has something for everyone and Little Lobo can’t wait to show you. </p><p>Raúl the Third uses his culture and his experience growing up on the US and Mexico border to inspire his art and his storytelling. Students will be encouraged to explore their world through a creative lens. A draw along is planned, drawing supplies and paper are recommended. <br></p><p><a href="https://libraryc.org/phoenixpubliclibrary/78152" target="_blank">Register for this event</a>.<br></p><p><strong><em>Please note that we will be hosting Raúl the Third twice on this date, once in Spanish and in English. Be sure that you are registering for your preferred format.</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em></em></strong><img src="/images/eLibrary/LSC/LSC-7.17_Lu_web.jpg" alt="" style="margin:5px;vertical-align:middle;" /> </p><h3>​<a href="https://libraryc.org/phoenixpubliclibrary/78664" target="_blank">Discerning the Truth with Marie Lu (9th-12th Grade)</a></h3><p><strong>Thursday, July 17 at 1 p.m.</strong><br></p>​Explore the intricate world of <em>Legend</em> with Marie Lu as she encourages readers to look beyond the surface and reveal hidden secrets. Explore the depths of deceit, battle for power, and the lengths characters will go to unmask the Truth. <br><br><em>Legend</em> is a dystopian novel where two unlikely characters, June and Day, cross paths in search for the Truth. Can they set aside their differences and preconceptions for the greater good? Readers will devour Marie Lu’s words as they are challenged to think critically about the world around them and reminded to never judge a book by its cover. <br><br><a href="https://libraryc.org/phoenixpubliclibrary/78664" target="_blank">Register now for an event you don’t want to miss!​</a><br><br><p style="margin-bottom:1rem;box-sizing:border-box;text-rendering:optimizelegibility;font-family:sans-serif;color:#212529;font-size:16px;background-color:#ffffff;"><span style="box-sizing:border-box;"></span></p><h3 style="text-align:center;"><a href="https://libraryc.org/phoenixpubliclibrary" target="_blank">Lea​rn more about the Library Speakers Consortium and view all upcoming events.</a><br></h3><br></div><div><br></div><div style="text-align:center;"><div>Thanks for stopping by!<br></div><div>Enter this secret code at <a href="https://maricopacountyreads.org/" target="_blank">maricopacountyreads.org​</a> for a boost in summer reading points: <br></div><div><strong>AUTHORTALKS</strong><br></div><div>All ages can play now through August 1!<br></div></div><p><br></p></div>library-speakers-consortium

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

eResources A to ZeResources A to Z<i class="fad fa-sort-alpha-down"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/learning-research/a-to-zBrowse all eResources available to you with your Phoenix Public Library card.<div class="ExternalClass4C3B834D64334AA7AB62D2A5FCEBBF3F"><p>Phoenix Public Library works with various vendors to provide access to the following resources. Access is made available through your library account, but some resources may also require you to create an additional account with them in order to access their services. Prior to any account creation, please make sure to read the resources’ terms and conditions.<br></p></div>
BorrowingBorrowing<i class="fa-solid fa-arrow-up-right-from-square"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/services/borrowing​​Phoenix Public Library customers can check out up to 35 physical items at any given time. Learn more.<div class="ExternalClass472AE77B33F543069D0CFCBD15F26F3B"><p></p><h1>Borrowing Policies</h1><h2>By the Numbers</h2><p>​Phoenix Public Library customers can check out up to 35 physical items at any given time, per the following:<br></p><ul><li>Maximum Number of DVDs (at any one time): 15</li><li>Maximum Number of Blu-Rays (at any one time): 15</li><li>Maximum Number of CDs or Audiobooks (at any one time): 15<br></li><li>Maximum Read Alongs (at any one time): 5</li><li>Maximum Number of Video Games (at any one time): 1</li><li>Maximum Number of Devices (at any one time): 1</li><li>Maximum Number of Culture Passes per household (at any one time): 1 (2 maximum per month)</li><li>Maximum Seed Packets (at any one time): 3<br></li><li>All 35 physical items may be Books.</li></ul><div><div><p><span lang="EN-US">​Most books and media items are available to be checked out for 3 weeks and are eligible to be renewed up to 6 times. Library devices, Video Games, items with a hold request and/or items which are part of a special collection, magazines and periodicals are not eligible for renewal.</span> ​​​<br></p></div></div><h3>Loan Periods<br></h3><p>Books, CDs, Audiobooks, DVDs, Blu-Rays, Read Alongs and Video Games have a loan period of 21 days.​<br><br></p><h2>Renewing Materials<br></h2><p></p><h3>​Autorenew<br></h3><p>Your eligible physical materials will automatically be renewed on the due date.  These items will be automatically renewed as long as no holds have been placed on them by other library customers. Physical items may be renewed a maximum of 6 times.​<br></p><p>Renewals may be done in person at one of our <a href="/locations">17 locations​</a> or online.<span style="font-style:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-family:calibri, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;"> </span></p><p>Physical library items may be renewed as long as no holds have been placed on them by other library customers. <strong>Most items may be renewed a </strong><strong>maximum of 6 times.</strong></p><p><span lang="EN-US">Library devices, Video Games,​ items with a hold request and/or items which are part of a special collection, magazines and periodicals are not eligible for renewal.</span> ​​​​<br></p><h3><br></h3><h2>​Requesting a Hold - Physical Items<br></h2><p>Using the Library's online catalog, you may request up to 15 circulating physical items at a time to be delivered to the Library location of your choice. Read Alongs are the exception; ony 5 can be held at one time​. You may also place requests with the assistance of a Library staff member.</p><p>All requests for materials are on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to availability.</p><p>Using your Library account, you may cancel or postpone your requests.</p><p>You will receive notification once your items are available for pickup. The items must be picked up by the date indicated next to the item listed in your account. Please pick up all items as soon as possible.<br></p><h2>eLibrary Checkout Limits and Holds<br></h2><p>Additionally, eLibrary items have the following hold limits:</p><h3>Greater Phoenix Digital Library</h3><p>Customers may borrow 10 items at one time and have 8 hold requests at one time. Magazines do not count against checkout limit.</p><h3>Hoo​pla<br></h3><p>Fifteen checkouts a month. No holds.<br></p><h3>Kanopy</h3><p>Customers receive 45 tickets at the beginning of every month. Each title in Kanopy is worth between 1-5 tickets. No holds. Unused tickets do not roll over to the next month.</p><h3>Freegal</h3><p>Five song downloads you get to keep every week. Unlimited streaming.<br></p><h3>Press Reader<br></h3><p>Unlimited checkouts. No holds.​<br></p><h3>Flipster</h3><p>Unlimited checkouts. No holds​.<br></p><h2>Returning Materials</h2><p>With the exception of Interlibrary Loan materials, physical materials may be returned to any one of our 1​7 locations. Book drops are available for after-hours returns. Payments may also be made at any Library location.​<br></p><p>Please return WiFi hotspots and Video Games to an indoor library service desk <a href="/locations">during open library hours​</a>.<br></p><div><h2><span lang="EN-US">My A​ccount Management and Access</span> </h2></div><p><span lang="EN-US">Phoenix Public Library’s </span><a href="https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/logon.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><span lang="EN-US">My Account</span></a><span lang="EN-US"> feature enables account holders to place holds and renew their print and audiovisual items, update their contact preferences, and otherwise manage their Library account. Phoenix Public Library’s various eLibrary resources have similar account management features. </span><br><br><span lang="EN-US"><span lang="EN-US">Library Account Holders can view their total items out, see due dates, and place up to 15 hold requests through </span><a href="https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/logon.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><span lang="EN-US">My Account</span></a><span lang="EN-US"> on the Phoenix Public Library website or app.</span> Read Alongs have a maximum hold count of 5 as only 5 can be checked out at one time.</span><br><br><span lang="EN-US">Library Account Holders are responsible for keeping online accounts secure by creating strong passwords, changing them at least once a year, and not sharing passwords with anyone, including Library staff.</span> </p><div><p><span lang="EN-US">Library Account Holders have the option to track their reading history through </span><a href="https://catalog.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/logon.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><span lang="EN-US">My Account</span></a><span lang="EN-US">. This feature is not enabled by default.</span> </p></div><div><p><span lang="EN-US">Phoenix Public Library will not provide account access to another account holder’s account (including accounts that are associated). The exception is that legal guardians of children under 13 may have access to their children’s accounts.</span> </p></div><div><p><span lang="EN-US">Library Account Holders should report any suspicious activity on their account to a staff member immediately. See the </span><a href="http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/AboutUs/Documents/Policies/E-Privacy.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><span lang="EN-US">Library’s ePrivacy policy</span></a><span lang="EN-US"> to learn more about how Phoenix Public Library safeguards personally identifiable information. </span> ​<br><br></p></div></div>
Help with eBooks and Other eMediaHelp with eBooks and Other eMedia<i class="fa-solid fa-square-question"></i>https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/services/ask-us/emedia​We will respond to your eBooks or other eMedia question as soon as possible.<div class="ExternalClassC5469409151149A189CB85248C597A87"><p>​We will respond to your question as soon as possible. We strive to answer questions within 48 hours, excluding weekends. Responses are sent via email; please include a valid email address to ensure a reply.<br><br></p></div>
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What is hoopla's monthly checkout limit?https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/FAQ/DispForm.aspx?ID=179What is hoopla's monthly checkout limit?179<div class="ExternalClass948A9683F6564B92A27C1CD6B29CA38A"><p>​What is hoopla's monthly checkout limit?<br></p></div><div class="ExternalClassE9D5CDA0DFF94D79BE671206A6AD99C5"><p>​Beginning July 1, 2025, the maximum number of checkouts for this increasingly popular eResource was decreased from 15 to 10 in order stay within the library's monthly budget. ​<br></p></div>
What is Kanopy's monthly ticket limit?https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/Lists/FAQ/DispForm.aspx?ID=180What is Kanopy's monthly ticket limit?180<div class="ExternalClassB399A6DFC0DF4AF995C51271CEA0F079"><p>​What is Kanopy's monthly ticket limit?<br></p></div><div class="ExternalClass0DED6C3D2E114016A4787E88EF5B7250"><p>​Beginning July 1, 2025, the maximum number of tickets for this increasingly popular eResource decreased from 45 to 30 in order stay within the library's monthly budget. <br></p></div>