Did you know the Newport Beach Public Library is a leader among public libraries nationwide in checking out audio books on iPods?
Make jogging, commuting, exercise or a walk in the park more pleasant by listening to your favorite authors. Additionally, the library has OverDrive digital books for listening on your computer or MP3 player, Adobe e-books and Mobipocket e-books for reading on your computer, PDA or other hand-held device. Please note that OverDrive digital books are not compatible with Apple iPods, but the library has plenty of titles for these differing formats.
These fiction and nonfiction titles are easy to browse in the library’s catalog and download to your device of choice in the comfort of your home. Go to the library’s website, www.newportbeachlibrary.org, to see all the information you need to join the electronic book revolution.
Here are a few examples of available audio books.
“Dirty Blonde” (for iPod) by Lisa Scottoline: High-profile federal judge Cate tries to protect herself and her loved ones when she discovers she is the prime suspect in the homicide investigation of producer Art Simone. Scottoline’s judicial thrillers on iPod will have you running the treadmill at a faster pace. “The 5th Horseman” (for iPod])by James Patterson and Maxine Paetro: What happens when a hospital administrator is determined to protect a San Francisco hospital’s reputation even at the expense of patients dying of unknown causes? The Woman’s Murder Club steps in to investigate the hospital personnel in a suspense-filled Patterson tome. You might even disregard the freeway traffic commuting with this mystery. “7 Habits of Highly Effective People” (for iPod) by Stephen R. Covey: This perennial nonfiction bestseller is on most people’s must-read list, but finding time to read it is another story. The perfect solution is to check it out on an iPod. Now that’s an effective habit. “California Tenants’ Rights, 16th edition” (for Adobe Reader 6 or later) by Janet Portman and David Brown: This reliable guide from Nolo Press has been a trusted legal mainstay for renters since 1971. Experience the added bonus of having all the latest legal forms, instructions and texts downloaded to your computer with no limitations on printing or copying. “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” (for OverDrive) by Mark Twain: Last-minute assignment due and all printed versions checked out? Not to worry, the unabridged, digital version is always available, even at midnight, from the library’s website. Burn this title to CD during the lending period for your best book report ever, or transfer it to your favorite hand-held device. Either way, it’s an A.You can check out up to five electronic titles at a time. The typical lending period is 21 days and is automatically “returned” to the library. It’s easy to delete an expired eBook from your files or to check it out again. You can also place a hold up to 10 items.
All instructions are available on the library’s website.
CHECK IT OUT is written by Newport Beach Librarian Mary Ellen Bowman. Use your Newport Beach Public Library card to reserve these titles at www.newportbeachlibrary.org or call (949) 717-3800 and press 2. 
