Cannot open ebooks in Overdrive

I recently downloaded an ebook into Overdrive. I cannot open it, or any other title, all titles have "invalid" under the title. I have updated Overdrive, reset my Adobe password, de-authorized and re-authorized to no avail. Any ideas? I just want to read a book!

I suggest uninstalling the Overdrive Media Console app and reinstalling it if you haven't done so already. That has worked for me in the past when I've had to help others. The other option is to go to the your library website using your browser (NOT the OMC app) and log into their ebook portal page. Once in your account you should see 2 buttons by each book title that allows you to either download or read in the browser. Choose the read in the browser option (DON'T download this way). It is immediate and generally works pretty effectively. It isn't so much a workaround as a new feature launched this year by Overdrive. I know some people who never download the traditional way anymore. It's quick and you don't have to deal with the quirks of ADE. This feature is avaiable on most, but not all, Overdrive library ebooks. Good luck, Glenna

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