Digital Resources

Thousands of titles available anytime, anywhere. All you need is your library card!

Your Library, Beyond the Building

The East St. Louis Public Library offers a growing collection of digital books and audiobooks available to all cardholders at no cost. Whether you’re commuting, relaxing at home, or on the go, our digital collections let you read and listen from any device.

Don’t have a library card yet? Get one for free and start exploring today.

Digital Book Collection

Browse our catalog of e-books spanning fiction, non-fiction, children’s literature, and more. New titles are added regularly to keep your reading fresh.

  • Read on any device: phone, tablet, or computer
  • New releases and bestsellers
  • Fiction, non-fiction, young adult, and children’s titles
  • No late fees on digital checkouts
Browse E-Books

Audiobook Collection

Listen to stories, learn something new, or enjoy a favorite classic; all narrated by professional voice artists. Perfect for commutes, workouts, or winding down.

  • Stream or download for offline listening
  • Audiobook CDs, Playaways, and eAudiobooks
  • Popular fiction, memoirs, self-help, and more
  • Accessible for all ages and reading levels
Browse Audiobooks

How to Get Started

Accessing our digital collections is simple. Follow these steps to start reading or listening today.

Get a Library Card

Visit us in person or apply online to get your free East St. Louis Public Library card.

Browse the Catalog

Search our online catalog for e-books and audiobooks available in our collection.

Read or Listen

Check out titles and enjoy them on your phone, tablet, computer, or compatible device anytime you would like.

Can’t Find What You’re Looking For?

If there’s a book or audiobook you’d like us to add to our collection, let us know. We review every request and do our best to bring in the titles our community wants.

Submit a Book Request