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Wicked on eBook and eAudiobook
 
Available Now
Wicked on eBook & eAudiobook!
 
Whether you’re still holding space for “Defying Gravity” or have yet to explore the world of Wicked, here’s your chance to see where it began! We’ve expanded our eBook and eAudiobook checkouts for Gregory Maguire’s Wicked, the inspiration for the blockbuster musical and movie, so you won't have to wait. Run, don’t walk (better yet, fly) to Libby and borrow one for yourself!
 
 
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All library services are free with your MYLink card! Permanent Texas residents may join the library free of charge with proof of residency. Non-residents can purchase a temporary library card for $40/family, which is valid for 12 months.

In addition to our programs and events, you can enjoy computer access at all locations, indoor/outdoor Wi-Fi, reserve study and meeting rooms, take home tablets/laptops, and get activity kits for kids! Explore TECHLink, our makerspace, music & video studios, or the Library of Things collection.

 

 

 

 

 

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What's New

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MASTER DIGITAL BANKING
Learn how to navigate online and mobile banking with confidence through a series of free digital literacy classes brought to you by Houston Public Library and Capital One Bank.

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BOOK CLUB DISCUSSIONS
Looking for a book club? Discover engaging discussions, new friends, and exciting reads at our monthly meetings! Whether you're a seasoned reader or just starting out, there's a place for you here.

Tours and field trips
LIBRARY TOURS & FIELD TRIPS
Our library tours and field trips offer a chance to explore our collection, navigate the library, engage with programs, and meet our team!

Vote for Walker Library
VOTE FOR WALKER LIBRARY
Walker Library is a finalist for the ULI’s prestigious People’s Choice Award! Vote by January 17, 2025, to help highlight the incredible impact of libraries in our community.

 

Spotlight Events

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Digital Library & More

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CHILDREN TITLES
Indulge in an electrifying eBook and eAudiobook adventure, right from your browser or dive into the thrill on our app! Grab up to 15 captivating items absolutely free, and embark on a literary journey that lasts up to 14 days!

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EBOOKS & AUDIOBOOKS
Borrow popular and bestselling eBooks and eAudiobooks for adults. Read your favorite comics, graphic books, fiction, or nonfiction titles. Checkout limit is 15 free items for up to 14 days!

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NEW FOR ADULTS
Get the latest fiction, nonfiction, romance, literature, or thriller titles for adult readers! Enjoy at anytime with checkout limit of 15 free items for up to 14 days!

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NEWS & MAGAZINES
PressReader is the best place to read more than 7,000 newspapers and magazines from around the globe. Get featured publications with no limits or expirations!