Out of holds at your current library? The following libraries offer library cards for non-residents, usually for a small yearly fee. These are my favorites as they work with the Libby app.
The Queens Library card is $50 per year and has a great selection. You can apply online and get instant access to their catalog.
Apply for an eCard | Queens Public Library
This is free for residents of PA! For all other book lovers, it's just $60 per year.
Get a Library Card - Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
At just $38 per year, this library gives instant access to its online catalog.
Library Card | Broward County Library
This is the most cost-effective one I've found at $25 per year.
Non-Resident Library Card
The Fairfax Library has a large catalog and is $50 per year for online access.
Non-Resident Library Card Application | Library
The Seattle Public Library is $85 per year. While it's on the pricier side, it may have a more robust catalog of books.
Get a Library Card
The New Orleans Library is one of the most expensive options at $100 per card.
NEW TO THE LIBRARY? NEED A CARD?
Non-residents can apply for a digital library card for $120 per year at the Austin Library.
Get a Library Card | Austin Public Library
Books Unbanned is meant for students and is 100% free!
LA County Library
The Mercantile Library has pricing for students ($30), Individuals ($65), and Households ($110).
Join Now | The Mercantile Library
The Redwood Library also offers different pricing tiers for students and households for their online library card.
Redwood Library
The DeKalb Pubilc Library offers a digital card for just $50 per card.
Get a card
This digital library card is $45 per year, $35 for seniors!
Library Card Application
The Japan Foundation offers free digital library cards and a wonderful collection!
Japan Foundation Los Angeles |
While this site is mainly public domain books, it is 100% free and a great place to catch up on the classics!
