Overdrive for Android: Mobile Library

Mobile ebooks have been around for a while but are gaining popularity with the proliferation of tablets and smart devices.  Depending on where you live, your local library may have different selections, options or may not use Overdrive at all.  
For example, my library card works in two library systems: One system has many more titles than the other, and only one system offers audio books.


Installation
My library's website wasn't particularly clear on how to get ebooks on my Android device.  Here's how I did it:

1. Locate OverDrive Media Console in the Android marketplace and install it
2. In OverDrive Media Console, tap the phone's menu button
3. Tap the Get Books icon in OverDrive
4. Tap Add a Website.  Search for your library branch and tap the star next to it to add it to your favorites (the "Get Books" list in OverDrive parlance).
5. Tap your location, login and browse!

Finding media
You may find it easier to browse content on a desktop/laptop/netbook, especially if you use a mobile device.  See your library's website for details.
For both of my libraries, the non-mobile web interface had a limited list of subject categories to search by default (e.g., no Technology or Science).  I found more categories by clicking "Browse by Subject".
As a taxpayer for (and, hopefully, charitable contributor to) your local library system, feel free to contact a librarian for further assistance.


Kindle coming soon?
Currently the Kindle (hardware and apps) is not supported by OverDrive.  Looks like this is changing this year.