libby-dl

Automate Libby audiobook and eBook downloads with DRM workflow steps.

5|Updated Mar 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/barkleesanders/claude-code-starter --skill libby-dl
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: libby-dl
Source: https://github.com/barkleesanders/claude-code-starter/tree/main/skills/libby-dl
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/barkleesanders/claude-code-starter --skill libby-dl

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Users face significant friction when trying to download Libby audiobooks and eBooks for offline use, due to DRM restrictions, complex multi-step workflows requiring manual tool configuration, and inconsistent support for different loan types.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Audiobook Downloads: Handles full audiobook extraction via odmpy or Chrome CDP, with spine verification to ensure complete, tagged MP3/m4b archives.
  • eBook Conversion: Converts Libby eBook loans to PDF or EPUB, with support for Adobe DRM titles via Adobe Digital Editions and Calibre integration.
  • Use Case: If you have an active Libby loan for an audiobook, use this skill to automatically download the full, verified archive with proper metadata, or convert an eBook loan to a DRM-free EPUB for offline reading on any device.

Quick Start

Use the libby-dl skill to download your active Libby audiobook loan as a complete, tagged MP3 archive to your specified download folder.

Frequently Asked Questions about libby-dl

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I download Libby audiobooks for offline listening?▼

To convert Libby eBooks to PDF or EPUB, the workflow processes active loans and handles Adobe DRM titles through Adobe Digital Editions integration. Calibre is then used to produce a DRM-free EPUB file for reading on any device.

Can I recover partial audiobook downloads if the process is interrupted?▼

Before downloading Libby audiobooks, you must have active Libby loans and an environment configured for odmpy or Chrome CDP capture. These prerequisites enable the automated extraction of DRM-handled content into tagged archives.

What is the best way to convert Libby eBook loans to a portable format?▼

The best way to convert Libby eBook loans to a portable format is by using Calibre integration alongside Adobe Digital Editions to handle Adobe DRM. This combination converts active loans into DRM-free EPUB files readable on any device.

Why does my Libby audiobook download fail DRM handling steps?▼

Libby audiobook downloads may fail during DRM handling if the multi-step workflow configuration is incomplete or if Chrome CDP capture encounters inconsistencies with specific loan types. The automated process requires correct setup to bypass these manual configuration friction points.