What library content can be accessed using e-readers?

Can I check out an e-reader from the library?
Yes. NC State University students, faculty, and staff can check out Amazon Kindles. The Kindle loan period is two weeks with one renewal for an additional two. Overdue fees are charged at a rate of $10.00 per day. Kindles are currently available for pickup only at Hill and Hunt Library.

Search our catalog for Kindle titles to request. These titles are available only on the Libraries' Kindles and cannot be transferred to your personal e-reader.

Can I read other NC State University Libraries ebooks and journal articles on my own e-reader?
Our collections consist primarily of scholarly content that is optimized for reading on a computer screen. Much of this content can be downloaded in PDF format, which can be read on most devices including both Kindles and Nooks.

Transfer PDFs to your Kindle using the email to Kindle function or the Send to Kindle app. On Nooks and other devices the PDF will be an image, not text, and it may be not optimized for e-readers. You will need to adjust the size of the PDF on your e-book reader so that you can read it.  

What options are available for borrowing popular books for my own e-reader?
If you want to borrow popular titles to read on your own e-reader, check out the options from your local public library, such as Wake County Public Library.