Libraries and archives

Our flagship Central Library and hugely popular community libraries give members access to a wealth of books, films, audio, archive and reference material. In addition, all our members can use Read Liverpool and download free ebooks, audio books and magazines wherever and whenever they like.

Join a library

Join and start borrowing from any Liverpool library and our online library, Read Liverpool.

Find a library

What's on offer in Central Library and our community libraries across the city.

Reserve and renew

Browse the catalogue and order or renew books.

Archives and family history

Visit our archives, or use our reference websites from home or in a library.

eReading

Read Liverpool is our eReading service where you can browse and download books, audiobooks, magazines and comics to your phone, tablet or e-reader.

Online courses for business and computing

Free online courses from Cisco Networking Academy® to help you develop your own business or start a career in technology.

Liverpool Business and Intellectual Property Centre

Market research, business intelligence, starting a business, company information and more.

Other library resources

Internet access in libraries, children's library resources, music parts service.