The term eBook refers to an electronic version of a printed book. eBooks can be read on a variety of devices in addition to eReader software on devices such as mobile phones and personal computers. The most important consideration when purchasing an eBook is what device you intend to purchase the eBook for. eBooks in ePUB and PDF format may be read on several eReader devices (Sony Reader, B&N Nook for example). The Amazon Kindle uses the MobiPocket file format. All Apple^TM devices with the Stanza app installed will automatically download ShelfWise files.

eReader devices are hardware devices that function primarily to display eBooks.

eReader software is a program that allows the reading of eBooks (or non-native eBook formats) on additional hardware devices, such as personal computers or mobile phones.  An example of eReader software is the free Stanza app which is designed to read ePUB format books on Apple devices.  Stanza 3.0.3 will also read eBook PDF files, but PDFs are not optimized for small screens, so the reading experience on handhelds may be inferior to the experience with ePUB. For more information see our eReader Software Guide.

The eBook format you choose must be compatible with your eReader device or the eReader software you wish to use. For further instructions by device, please see our eReader Device Hardware Guide.

Reader Apps Compatible with iPhone®, iPad®, and iPod®touch 

Bluefire Reader — A free app compatible with Apple iOS devices that supports DRM-protected ePDF and ePub formats.

Adobe Digital Editions — A free app compatible with Apple iOS devices that supports DRM-protected ePDF and ePub formats.

Reader Apps Compatible with Android

Aldiko — A free app compatible with Android devices that supports DRM-protected ePDF and ePub formats.

Bluefire Reader — A  free app compatible with Android devices that supports DRM-protected ePDF and ePub formats.

Reader Apps Compatible with Computers

Adobe Digital Editions — A free app compatible with Mac OS X and Windows-enabled PCs that supports DRM-protected ePDF and ePub formats.

Bluefire Reader — A  free app compatible with Windows-enabled PCs that supports DRM-protected ePDF and ePub formats.

*This chart is not all inclusive. Additional formats may be supported and additional reading devices are available.

**All Apple devices with the Stanza app installed will automatically download ePub files.

eBooks in ePub format may be read on several dedicated mobile reading devices (Sony Reader, B&N Nook for example). The Amazon Kindle uses the MobiPocket file format.

Click here for a detailed list of eBook PDF and ePub supported devices.

For more information on what software is required to view your purchased book on a computer, eReader, or handheld device see our eReader Software Guide.  

Downloading eBooks purchased from our Bookstore to your PC is easy, and there are only a couple of simple steps to follow. An Adobe ID is required and necessary to ensure that your eBooks are accessible to only you on the devices that you authorize. Reading your eBooks on your PC will be done through the free Adobe Digital Editions software.

Step 1: Download and install Adobe Digital Editions from the Adobe website.

Step 2: If you do not already have one, visit the Adobe website to obtain a free Adobe ID.

Step 3: After you have installed Adobe Digital Edtions, authorize Adobe Digital Editions from the Help Menu.

Step 4: Select Adobe ID as the eBook Vendor and enter your Adobe ID and Password. Click Authorize.

To download these instructions, click here.

For complete instructions on how to purchase and download your eBook, click here.

Step 1:  Search in the App Store for Bluefire Reader and Install

Step 2: Once installed, you will see the homepage with two sample eBooks. To access the authorization settings, click Info.

Step 3:  Click Authorize

Step 4:  Enter your Adobe ID and Password. If you do not have an Adobe ID, you can create one by clicking Create a free Adobe ID.

Step 5: Success! A message will appear stating the application is authorized.

For more information: http://www.bluefirereader.com/ http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/bluefire-reader/id394275498?mt=8

To download these instructions, click here.

Downloading eBooks purchased from our Bookstore to your PC is easy, and there are only a couple of simple steps to follow. An Adobe ID is required and necessary to ensure that your eBooks are accessible to only you on the devices that you authorize. Reading your eBooks on your PC will be done through the free Adobe Digital Editions software.

Step 1: Download and install Adobe Digital Editions from the Adobe website.

Step 2: If you do not already have one, visit the Adobe website to obtain a free Adobe ID.

Step 3: After you have installed Adobe Digital Edtions, authorize Adobe Digital Editions from the Help Menu.

Step 4: Select Adobe ID as the eBook Vendor and enter your Adobe ID and Password. Click Authorize.

To download these instructions, click here.

For complete instructions on how to purchase and download your eBook, click here.

Downloading eBooks purchased from our Bookstore to your iPad is easy, and there are only a couple of simple steps to follow. An Adobe ID is required and necessary to ensure that your eBooks are accessible to only you on the devices that you authorize. Reading your eBooks on your iPad will be done through the free Adobe Digital Editions software.

Step 1:  Search in the App Store for Adobe Digital Editions and Install

Step 2: Once installed, you will see the home page with one sample eBook. To access the authorization settings, click the settings icon

Step 3:  Click Authorize

Step 4:  Enter your Adobe ID and Password. If you do not have an Adobe ID, you can create one by clicking Create an Adobe ID.

Step 5: Success!

For more information: http://www.adobe.com/solutions/ebook/digital-editions.html

To download these instructions, click here.

For complete instructions on how to purchase and download your eBook onto an iPad, click here.