How to use the E-library

Our new look E-library works exactly the same way as before, and we've also made it easier to use on mobile phones.

  • If you're using a computer, the sign in button and member services still appear on the right side of the screen.
  • If you're using a mobile phone, you'll find the sign in button and member services have moved to the middle of the screen.

You can also renew your loans and check your account and reservations by phoning 0345 60 80 195. You'll need your library card number and PIN.

Signing in

Get a PIN, sign in once to use all our online library services, and how to save your card number and PIN on the sign in screens.

What is on the E-library

What is included on the catalogue, and where to find information about other resources.

How to search the catalogue

Search by title, author or keyword, use ISBN to find particular books, and limit results by library.

Search results

Understanding your search results, including why some titles appear more than once, and why the catalogue says we have more copies than are shown. Also ways to edit your results to find particular formats and libraries.

Reserve online

Add titles to the reservation basket, reserve several titles in one go and cancel online.

Special libraries and collections

Reading group books, plays, and other material kept at libraries not open to the public.

Help using ebooks and audiobooks

How to find ebooks and audiobooks on the East Sussex online library catalogue, and how to download them.

Change your library membership details

Update your phone number, email address and PIN and choose to receive reservation notices by email.

Your loans

What you borrowed in the last six months, and what your family has on loan.

Renew online

Renew everything you have on loan in one go.

Your account

Pay fines and other charges by cash, cheque or credit card.

Online reference library

Search encyclopedias, newspapers and other resources at home, and advice if you have problems using them.