Overdrive Kindle issue

copyrite · 09-19-2018, 06:27 PM

I just tried to claim an Overdrive hold that came available, and when I go to the Amazon page to borrow the book, there is no link to click to send the book to a device.

Anyone else having this problem?

I've tried two different browers on my PC, the OD app on my phone, and the Chrome browser on my phone, too. No go.

Martyd · 09-19-2018, 07:10 PM

Is overdrive even associated with Amazon?

Deskisamess · 09-19-2018, 07:12 PM

You claimed the book on the library's site, then went to Content and Devices on the Amazon site? Does the book show up there?

copyrite · 09-19-2018, 07:36 PM

I claimed the book on the library's site, was directed to Amazon where there wasn't a link to click on the book to send to Kindle. It's not listed in Manage Your Etc.

Barbara1955 · 09-19-2018, 08:38 PM

New book ? Maybe its hasn't been set up yet.... I haven't had any problems with the MD Overdrive

Deskisamess · 09-19-2018, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by copyrite

I claimed the book on the library's site, was directed to Amazon where there wasn't a link to click on the book to send to Kindle. It's not listed in Manage Your Etc.

Are you logged in to Amazon? Have you borrowed successfully before?

SteveEisenberg · 09-19-2018, 08:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by copyrite

I claimed the book on the library's site, was directed to Amazon where there wasn't a link to click on the book to send to Kindle.

I don't know the answer, but that doesn't sound right.

When I click on "Read now with Kindle," on the Overdrive/Library side, it immediately takes me to the Amazon.com page for the book, where I can click "Get Library Book."

I would try this with one or two other books, even if you don't really want to read them. It they work, you can return them, and report back if it is just a problem with that one book you want to read.

Another thing you could try is to give us the book title. I have many Overdrive accounts, mostly because, in my state, state residents can get library cards for almost any county. So I may be able to check for you if I have a problem with that book also.

tomsem · 09-19-2018, 09:11 PM

One time a few weeks ago, I had it claim a book without giving me an opportunity to select a device (took me straight to ‘thank you’ page or whatever it is), but it was added to my Library so I was just able to download to device. Has not happened since though.

Lately I’ve been using Libby app but I doubt it makes any difference.

rcentros · 09-19-2018, 10:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Martyd

Is overdrive even associated with Amazon?

It is in the United States.

tomsem · 09-20-2018, 12:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rcentros

It is in the United States.

And wholly owned by Japanese retail giant Rakuten, who also owns Kobo. According to their website, they offer services in 70 countries.

Barbara1955 · 09-20-2018, 02:02 AM

When I check out Any ebooks or Audiobooks from the MD Library I Have to Sign into the Library Before the Order goes thru. I Also have to Sign into Amazon.

copyrite · 09-20-2018, 05:21 AM

I could claim the book from the Amazon link this morning. Whew! The Overdrive / Amazon connection must've been down a bit for me yesterday. Very strange!

rcentros · 09-20-2018, 06:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tomsem

And wholly owned by Japanese retail giant Rakuten, who also owns Kobo. According to their website, they offer services in 70 countries.

By "associated" I mean that Overdrive has an agreement with Amazon for borrowing books in the United States. I didn't mean to imply that Amazon owned any part of Overdrive.

rcentros · 09-20-2018, 06:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by copyrite

I could claim the book from the Amazon link this morning. Whew! The Overdrive / Amazon connection must've been down a bit for me yesterday. Very strange!

I was hoping it was a temporary glitch. I use Overdrive to Kindle a lot.

janrey · 09-21-2018, 09:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by copyrite

I claimed the book on the library's site, was directed to Amazon where there wasn't a link to click on the book to send to Kindle. It's not listed in Manage Your Etc.

It may be the book is not in kindle format. If you have a tablet try the Libby app. The book should appear in your loans, then click on manage, send to device then send to kindle (if kindle shows)

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copyrite Wizard Posts: 1,814 Karma: 4985051 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Maryland Device: ...lots! ;) mostly reading on a Kindle Voyage	Overdrive Kindle issue I just tried to claim an Overdrive hold that came available, and when I go to the Amazon page to borrow the book, there is no link to click to send the book to a device. Anyone else having this problem? I've tried two different browers on my PC, the OD app on my phone, and the Chrome browser on my phone, too. No go. Last edited by copyrite; 09-19-2018 at 06:59 PM.

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Martyd Zealot Posts: 117 Karma: 774868 Join Date: Jan 2011 Device: Kindle Keyboard,nexus 7,Kindle Voyage	Is overdrive even associated with Amazon?

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Deskisamess Wizard Posts: 2,607 Karma: 42697471 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Ohio Device: iPhone 7+, iPad mini, 2021 iPad Pro 12.9",Paperwhite 6.8"	You claimed the book on the library's site, then went to Content and Devices on the Amazon site? Does the book show up there?

09-19-2018, 07:36 PM	#4
copyrite Wizard Posts: 1,814 Karma: 4985051 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Maryland Device: ...lots! ;) mostly reading on a Kindle Voyage	I claimed the book on the library's site, was directed to Amazon where there wasn't a link to click on the book to send to Kindle. It's not listed in Manage Your Etc.

09-19-2018, 08:38 PM	#5
Barbara1955 Non-Techy Posts: 4,454 Karma: 15499273 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: WV---USA Device: Samsung Cell Phone & Amazon Fires & Kobo eReaders	New book ? Maybe its hasn't been set up yet.... I haven't had any problems with the MD Overdrive

09-19-2018, 09:11 PM	#8
tomsem Grand Sorcerer Posts: 6,464 Karma: 25996225 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: USA Device: iPhone 15PM, Kindle Scribe, iPad mini 6, PocketBook InkPad Color 3	One time a few weeks ago, I had it claim a book without giving me an opportunity to select a device (took me straight to ‘thank you’ page or whatever it is), but it was added to my Library so I was just able to download to device. Has not happened since though. Lately I’ve been using Libby app but I doubt it makes any difference.

09-20-2018, 02:02 AM	#11
Barbara1955 Non-Techy Posts: 4,454 Karma: 15499273 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: WV---USA Device: Samsung Cell Phone & Amazon Fires & Kobo eReaders	When I check out Any ebooks or Audiobooks from the MD Library I Have to Sign into the Library Before the Order goes thru. I Also have to Sign into Amazon.

09-20-2018, 05:21 AM	#12
copyrite Wizard Posts: 1,814 Karma: 4985051 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Maryland Device: ...lots! ;) mostly reading on a Kindle Voyage	I could claim the book from the Amazon link this morning. Whew! The Overdrive / Amazon connection must've been down a bit for me yesterday. Very strange!