Access thousands of the world’s newspapers digitally at library

VISITORS to Hinckley Library will be able to browse more than 5,000 digital newspapers and magazines from the UK and across the globe thanks to a new service.

People can scan copies of publications such as The Guardian, the Daily Mail and the Washington Post via PressReader.

These publications join thousands of titles already available digitally to all Leicestershire library members.

Over the past year there the county’s libraries have seen a growing demand for eAudiobooks and eMagazines.

Councillor Richard Blunt, Leicestershire County Council’s cabinet member for libraries, said: “Our new eNewspaper service has joined our enhanced digital offer to provide a wider range of titles that are available 24/7 to all of the communities we serve.

“We believe members will find the service to be a valuable addition to our digital library and the new worldwide news- paper and magazine titles reflect Leicestershire’s diversity”.

Titles are available through the PressReader website or app providing a range of features including instant translation of up to 18 different languages and an audio narration tool, which allows customers to listen to their favourite publications.

In addition, an improved user experi- ence is on offer for library members with a new version of existing digital services to provide readers with access to eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines.

eBooks will now be available from BorrowBox, allowing access to both eBooks and eAudiobooks from a computer, tablet or smartphone.

To find out more visit www.leicestershire.gov.uk/libraries