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.