Audiobookshelf

Audiobookshelf is our audiobook and podcast library.

URL: books.lothloriengrove.org

Logging In

You can log in with either Pocket-ID (OpenID) or your username and password.

Web Browser

  1. Go to books.lothloriengrove.org
  2. Either:
    • Click Login with OpenID to use your Pocket-ID account
    • Or enter your username and password directly

Mobile App

  1. Open the Audiobookshelf app
  2. Server: https://books.lothloriengrove.org
  3. Either:
    • Tap Login with OpenID and sign in with Pocket-ID
    • Or enter your username and password

Need a Password?

If you’ve only used Pocket-ID before, ask Evan to set up a password for your account.

Apps

Official App

PlatformAppNotes
AndroidAudiobookshelf (Play Store)Full-featured, offline support
iOSAudiobookshelf (App Store)Full-featured, offline support

The Official App is Great

Unlike Jellyfin, the official Audiobookshelf app is excellent - no need for alternatives!

Features

Listening to Audiobooks

  • Tap any book to start listening
  • Progress syncs automatically across devices
  • Sleep timer for bedtime listening
  • Playback speed adjustment (0.5x - 3x)

Offline Listening

  1. Find the audiobook
  2. Tap the download icon (cloud with arrow)
  3. Wait for download to complete
  4. Listen anywhere - no internet needed!

Podcasts

  • Browse the Podcasts library
  • New episodes download automatically
  • Mark episodes as played

Bookmarks & Notes

  • Long-press while listening to add a bookmark
  • Add notes to remember important parts
  • Bookmarks sync across all devices

Android Auto / CarPlay

Audiobookshelf works with Android Auto and CarPlay!

  1. Make sure the app is installed
  2. Connect your phone to your car
  3. Audiobookshelf appears in your audio apps
  4. Control playback from your car screen

Troubleshooting

Progress not syncing

  • Make sure you’re online
  • Pull down to refresh the library
  • Check you’re logged into the same account

Downloads failing

  • Check your phone’s storage space
  • Try on WiFi instead of cellular
  • See Download Issues

Book missing cover or metadata

  • This is a library issue - let Evan know!

See also: Apps, Getting Started, Troubleshooting