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Last Updated: Thursday, 15 May 2025 16:19

hoopla ecomicsThe way we read and experience comics has evolved. eComics bring stories to life in a digital format, making them more accessible, interactive, and engaging for readers of all ages. Whether you're a lifelong fan or new to the genre, eComics offer a dynamic way to explore art, storytelling, and creative expression.

hoopla eComics

hoopla is a free digital media service offered by Toowoomba Region Libraries that allows you to borrow movies, music, audiobooks, eBooks, comics and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, phone – and even your TV. With no waiting, titles can be streamed immediately or downloaded for offline enjoyment later. 

  • Choose from thousands of top comics―including DC, Marvel®, IDW, Image, Dark Horse and other major brands
  • User-friendly content discovery

For help on setting up your device and getting started using hoopla follow our online tutorial to guide you through the process.

Instructions for installing and setting up hoopla

  • Download the hoopla app from App Store iOS (Apple) or Google Play (Android) or go to hoopla (pc)
  • Signup with an email address and password, find your library (Toowoomba Region Libraries) and enter your library card number and PIN. Once your account is set up, you'll sign in with the email address and password you created.

Search and borrow

  • Search for comics. Then borrow a title by tapping/clicking the title's icon and selecting borrow.
  • Loan period for comics is 21 days.
  • Library members can borrow up to 8 items per month on the hoopla platform.
  • Loan credits reset on the 1st of each month.
  • Read by selecting read or download it to your device to read offline. You'll need to download it if you plan on using your item without wifi.

A Renew option is available for titles that are currently on loan to you and is visible 24 hours before the title expires. You can opt to renew the title or let it return automatically at the end of the loan period. The Renew option is helpful if you want to “check out” the title again and if the title has been downloaded, it does not have be downloaded again to your device. A Renewal does count towards your loan count for the month.

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