Now you can save money by borrowing ebooks directly from your local public library. Toggle off the switch next to Allow for this source. If you had to change the settings on your Kindle Fire when installing Libby ( step 4 above,) you should change your settings back so you don't install malicious apps.

Once the app finishes installing, you will be given a prompt to open the app, or you can go back to your home screen and tap the Libby icon to open the app. You might see a message saying your device doesn't have permission to install 'unknown apps.' If you see this message, tap Settings and toggle the switch next to Allow for this source. If this option doesn't appear, tap the three vertical dots in the top right corner of the Silk browser, tap Downloads and then tap the file kindlefireapk.apk.Ĥ.

Tap Continue, OK or Allow, whichever response appears and allows you to continue.ģ. Your device might warn you about the file, saying it's 'unknown.' According to Libby, the file is tested to make sure it's safe for your device so you can dismiss this warning.

Open the Silk Browser and tap this link to find the download link for the Libby APK. You can also download Libby to your Kindle Fire. When you are sure the ebook will be sent to the correct device, tap Get Library Book, and the ebook will be on your Kindle the next time it connects to Wi-Fi. Tap the drop-down menu and select the correct device. There is a drop-menu on the Amazon page that shows which device your ebook will be delivered to. You should also make sure that the ebook will be sent to the correct Kindle and not another device linked to your account. Now when you go to borrow an ebook for your Kindle, you will be taken to the Amazon page for that ebook.īefore borrowing from Amazon, make sure you are signed into the account associated with the Kindle you are trying to read on. After finding your local public library and entering your library card information in Libby from another device, tap the menu icon in the top-right corner of your screen. Here's how to borrow ebooks with Libby for your Kindle.ġ.

Libby reading app