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E-Read Texas brings electronic books and audiobooks to Texans served by small community libraries in all parts of the state. E-Read Texas provides over 20,000 downloadable e-books and audiobooks and a mobile e-reader application that make it possible for all Texans served by public libraries to access e-books.

The E-Read Texas collection primarily includes adult fiction and popular non-fiction and is most appropriate for an adult audience.

 

 

 

Contact Info

Email TSLAC: ebooks@tsl.texas.gov
 

Program Overview Video

Please view this recorded video for an overview of the E-Read Texas program and information about getting started. 

Are we eligible to join E-Read Texas?

Public libraries must meet the following criteria in order to join E-Read Texas:

  • Submit the Public Libraries Annual Report to TSLAC each year
    • Note that accreditation is NOT required, but you must submit the annual report each year to remain in the program.

AND

  • Library serves a community of no more than 100,000 people

  OR

  • Electronic collection expenditure are less than $100,000 per year

How do libraries sign up?

Start by watch the overview video

There are two forms to complete. Please read the forms carefully! 

1. Participation Agreement: outlines the terms and conditions for participation in the program, and should be completed by your library director. 

2. Implementation Form: ask for details about your library and your catalog/ILS

If you use the Biblionix Apollo ILS, please consult this guide for help filling out the implementation form. 

If you want to include your library logo on your Boundless site, please email your logo file along with your implementation form. 

Who participates in E-Read Texas?

As of January 2025, 198 public libraries across Texas participate in the program.

Click here for a map of current participants. 



Page last modified: January 24, 2025