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Access More Libraries

One of the easiest ways to improve your digital reading life is to add more library cards. More libraries can mean bigger collections, shorter wait times, and access to extra services like Hoopla. Some libraries offer instant e-cards, some offer non-resident cards, and others are available through reciprocal borrowing based on where you live.

Reciprocal
Library Access

One of the best ways to get access to more libraries is to check whether your home library has reciprocal agreements with other library systems. It works a bit like museum reciprocity, where one membership can open the door to additional places.
 

A great tool for this is Reciprocards:
https://www.reciprocard.com/
 

Created by a fellow book lover, this site lets you search your home library and see which free reciprocal agreements you may already qualify for. It is an easy way to uncover more library cards to add to Libby, which can mean more book options and shorter wait times.

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ALSO - NEW IN SUMMER 2026 - PARTNER LIBRARIES ADDED TO LIBBY

Libby made it easier to add partner/reciprical libraries to your Libby app automatically.  View more info on their website.

Examples by Region

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Pennsylvania

  • Your local library

  • Power Library: https://powerlibrary.org/

  • The Free Library of Philadelphia

  • Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

 

Some Pennsylvania libraries also offer Hoopla, including Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, Indian Valley Public Library, and Horsham Township Library.

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Boston Area

If you have a Minuteman Library card, you may also have access to:

 

  • Boston Public Library

  • CLAMS

  • CW MARS

  • Merrimack Valley Library Consortium

  • NOBLE

  • Old Colony Library Network

  • SAILS Library Network

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California​​

Instant
e-Cards

These are great places to start if you want to expand your access quickly, including some options for out-of-state readers:
 

 

Other
Libraries

These tools can help you find additional library cards and reciprocal access options:
 

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