Digital Library
Washoe County Library maintains a robust digital collection, giving you access to ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, research, language learning, software tutorials, reading suggestions, and more. View all digital resources.
You will need your Washoe County Library card to access these services.
Digital Collection/Libby
Our catalog includes over 10,000 downloadable ebooks and audiobooks. The collection includes bestselling books from the hottest authors, classics, and a wide variety of nonfiction for adults, teens, and kids.
Read or listen on any device in your browser, or download to your computer or device using Libby. Titles are automatically returned at the end of the lending period.
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TumbleBooks
Created just for kids, the TumbleBook Library features a collection of animated, talking picture books to teach young children the joys of reading in a format they'll love. Early readers will also find chapter books, literacy-based games to reinforce reading experiences, and educational videos from National Geographic.
The full interactive features are available to users of computers and flash-enabled tablets. Even without flash, mobile users can enjoy read-along ebooks and video content.
Free Downloads Beyond the Library
We recommend these portals for discovering free ebooks and audiobooks beyond the library. Most of the available books are in the public domain and will be available for you to download and keep with no expiration.
- Loyal Books A convenient catalog of free ebooks and audiobooks from Project Gutenberg and LibriVox from one easy-to-use platform. Find a title you're interested in and enjoy one-click access to all available ebook and audio formats.
- Open Culture The best free cultural and educational media on the web, featuring thousands of ebooks, audiobooks, e-textbooks, movies, business courses, and more.
- Open Library The Open Library Project's goal is one web page for every book ever published. Read ebooks in the public domain or browse a growing ebook lending library of over 200,000 titles.
Reno Gazette-Journal
Read current issues of the Reno Gazette-Journal. Create an account and get unlimited access to premium content and subscriber-only newsletters on desktop, mobile or in the app. After you have created an account, you can use your login credentials to access other Gannett newspapers, including USA Today.
The New York Times
All Washoe County Libraries offer free online access to The New York Times on our internet computers. Using a library access code, you can read on your home computer, or download the app to access on your mobile device.
The Wall Street Journal
The Washoe County Library System's online access allows all library card holders to read the most recent several issues of The Wall Street Journal.
Libby
Our collection of popular magazines features something for every reader. Titles are always available, and downloaded titles never expire. Access the collection through the browser on your computer or mobile device, or download the Libby app to your mobile device, allowing you to save magazines for offline viewing and get alerts when new issues are available.
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USA Today
Get access to all USA Today issues since 2012. After you have created an account, you can use your login credentials to access other Gannett newspapers, including the Reno Gazette-Journal.
EBSCO Articles & Research
Enjoy access to full-text articles from thousands of publications, with citations available for thousands more. EBSCO is the largest provider of magazines to Washoe County Library System. Search for articles about specific topics, or browse current and past issues of a magazine.
EBSCO databases include these popular titles and many more:
LinkedIn Learning
To access your library subscription, you must use the links on the library website. Your subscription can be accessed using any current browser on your computer or mobile device, or via the app.
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Brainfuse HelpNow
provides students with live, on-demand homework help and state-aligned skills building lessons from expert tutors. Communicate with tutors in real time using a virtual, whiteboard classroom by writing, drawing, and marking-up lessons/web content. Students can also access a full-service writing lab and an integrated test prep center. Personalized account tools include the session replay, message center, and the integrated test prep area for a seamless academic assistance. To use Brainfuse be sure you have the latest version of Java installed and enabled in your Web browser. If you are unable to connect to a live tutor please call Brainfuse technical support at 1-866-272-4638.
Brainfuse JobNow
A revolutionary service for job seekers that features expert resume assistance, live interview preparation and career coaching. The Adult Learning Center offers test preparation, an expert writing lab, and online tutors.
Driving Tests
Take free practice tests for your Nevada Learner Permit and Driver License exams. Includes handbooks and practice tests for the standard license, as well as commercial and motorcycle options.
LearningExpress Library
Now including computer skills! - Features nearly 1,000 online tutorials, practice tests, and e-books to help patrons of all ages. It offers job search and workplace skills improvement, skill building in reading, writing, math, and basic science, career certification and licensure exam prep, college and grad school entrance prep, GED test prep, and more. The new addition to our Learning Express 3.0 lineup features resources to help you learn computers, whether you're just getting started or learning new software.
NoveList Plus
Looking for your next book? Want to find a new author? Can’t remember all the titles in a series? NoveList Plus is a great resource for readers. Search or browse to find books that match your reading style.
ReferenceUSA
A powerful online reference and research tool providing instant, real-time access to accurate, in-depth information on 24 million US businesses and 235 million US residents. Find new business opportunities, research executives and companies, find news articles, conduct job searches, research papers, locate addresses and phone numbers, conduct market research, and much more.
