Due to the recent and abrupt closure of Baker & Taylor, the Boundless app that hosts the eRead Illinois collection is being discontinued. In the coming weeks, the entire eRead Illinois collection will be migrated to a new, sustainable platform: the Palace Project app. While a transition of this size would typically take months, the Reaching Across Illinois Library System (RAILS) is moving quickly to ensure minimal interruption to your use of the eRead Illinois collection. Thank you for your patience and understanding as RAILS navigates this unexpected industry shift. For questions about eRead Illinois, please contact the library’s Information Desk.
Key Dates for the Sunsetting of the Boundless App
- Effective Immediately: Users are no longer able to place new holds on the Boundless App.
- Effective Immediately: Existing holds and checkout history in the Boundless app will not transfer to the Palace Project app. RAILS recommends that patrons make a list of any pending titles.
- Sunday, November 2: This is the final day you can check out any items in the Boundless app.
- Monday, November 17: The Boundless app will stop functioning and be fully retired.
- Monday, November 17: eRead Illinois content will begin transitioning to the Palace Project app.
- Tuesday, December 2: The Palace Project app will be available for user to download, log in, and enjoy the eRead Illinois collection again.
