Digital Resources
Access our digital resources from anywhere with your Library card.
Most links on this page lead to English pages, unless otherwise noted. If you want to auto-translate any page to your language, use the language menu of each page.
La mayoría de los enlaces en esta página conducen a páginas en inglés, a menos que se indique lo contrario. Si desea traducir automáticamente cualquier página a su idioma use el menú de lenguaje (Language) en la parte superior de cada página.
Staying Home?
There’s no need to leave the house to visit the Library! We have digital media and online resources available to access for free from anywhere with your Library card.
Want e-books but don’t have a Seattle Public Library card? No problem: You can now sign up instantly to receive access to e-books and e-audiobooks through OverDrive. You must be 13 or older and have access to a mobile phone.
E-books and E-Audiobooks
Download great books to listen to or read on your device, including always-available copies of the Seattle Reads selection There There by Tommy Orange.
Digital Magazines & Newspapers
Read the latest articles from magazines and newspapers from around the world, will access to full articles and no pay walls.
Movies & TV
Stream classic films, new favorites, documentaries and kids’ movies, or binge watch a TV series. We offer several streaming platforms that are free to use with your Library card.
Music
Discover a new local band from PlayBack, or stream music by thousands of artists on one of our music services. Tracks are available to download and keep with your Library card.
Podcasts
Even if you are not able to go to a Library event right now, we have years of event recordings in our podcast archives for you to enjoy from home.
Lynda.com by LinkedIn
Learn a new skill at your own pace, with thousands of courses covering animation, audio, video, business skills, marketing, design, photography, programming and much more.
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Mango Languages
Want to improve your conversation skills in another language? This interactive tool offers more than 70 languages, including English, for children and adults.
Your Next 5 Books
Our librarians are available for reading recommendations. Just let us know what you like to read, and we’ll send you a personalized reading list.
Your Next Skill
Get a personalized learning plan for any new skill or hobby, with plenty of options for online learning.
Digital Resources for Kids & Families
Kids staying home from school? We have online resources to keep kids learning and entertained. Access is free from anywhere with your Library card.
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Bookflix
Animated stories and interactive games keep young readers engaged and help build vocabulary.
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Hoopla Digital Comics
Read digital comics and graphic novels on your computer, phone or tablet.
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Kanopy Kids
Kanopy offers children’s programming with Kanopy Kids. Browse educational and engaging videos for children of all ages.
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TumbleBook Library
Help your child build reading, math and language skills with this fun collection of animated, talking picture books for preschool and elementary-age children.
Student Research
Access online resources to research your school projects from anywhere with your Library card.
Library Link
Many Seattle Public Schools students can access our online resources without signing up for a Library card.
Instant Digital Library Card
Want e-books but don’t have a Seattle Public Library card? No problem: You can now sign up instantly to receive access to e-books and e-audiobooks through OverDrive. You must be 13 or older and have access to a mobile phone.
Recursos en línea (opciones en español)
- Libros electrónicos y audiolibros
- Periódicos actuales e históricos
- Aprendizaje en línea
- Revistas y periódicos digitales
- Música, películas y programas de televisión para descargar o transmitir
- Herramientas de investigación para la escuela o el trabajo