How to Add Nine Lives Archive Stories to calibre
To add a Nine Lives Archive story to calibre, download it as an EPUB with WP Downloader and import the file with calibre’s Add books command. You can then edit its metadata and cover, read it on your computer, convert it to another format, or transfer it to an e-reader over USB.
Download the story with WP Downloader
WP Downloader is a free web tool, so you do not need to install anything. Open the Nine Lives Archive downloader and copy the address of the story you want.
A Nine Lives Archive story link looks like this:
http://ninelivesarchive.com/viewstory.php?sid=1234Paste the link into WP Downloader. It detects the site and downloads the whole story. Single chapters and lists are not supported for Nine Lives Archive.
Choose EPUB to get a file you can add directly to calibre. EPUB downloads are free for everyone, and you can include the story’s images.
You can also download a PDF after signing in with Discord for free. EPUB is a useful format for a calibre library because calibre can read it and convert it to other e-book formats.
You do not need a Nine Lives Archive account for public stories. If a story is available only to members, you can sign in with your account on that site through WP Downloader. Your credentials are used only to fetch the story you requested. WP Downloader can download only what your account can already read. It does not bypass member restrictions, paywalls, locked content, or age restrictions.
For detailed instructions, see how to download Nine Lives Archive stories.
Add the EPUB to your calibre library
calibre is a free e-book manager for Windows, macOS, and Linux. After the EPUB finishes downloading:
- Open calibre on your computer.
- Select Add books.
- Find the downloaded EPUB.
- Select the file and add it to your library.
The story will appear with your other calibre books. Open it in calibre’s e-book viewer to check the chapters and any images you chose to include.
Edit the story details
Select the imported book and open calibre’s metadata editor to review its title, author, and cover. You can also replace or adjust the cover.
Read the story in calibre
Open the EPUB in calibre’s e-book viewer to read it on your computer. The viewer also has a Read aloud feature if you prefer to listen while using your computer.
Convert the story to another format
WP Downloader creates EPUB files and, after a free Discord sign-in, PDF files. It does not create MOBI, AZW3, or TXT files.
If your e-reader needs another format, add the EPUB to calibre and use its conversion tools. calibre can convert EPUB files to formats such as AZW3, MOBI, and PDF.
Keeping the original EPUB gives you a source file to use if you need another format later.
Transfer the book to an e-reader
To transfer the story with calibre:
- Connect your e-reader to your computer with a USB cable.
- Wait for calibre to recognize the device.
- Select the Nine Lives Archive story in your library.
- Use calibre’s option to send the book to the device.
Choose a format that your e-reader accepts. If needed, convert the EPUB in calibre before sending it.
For device-specific help, see the guides to sending Nine Lives Archive stories to Kindle and reading Nine Lives Archive stories on Kobo.
Update a story when new chapters appear
WP Downloader cannot add new chapters to an EPUB you already have. When a Nine Lives Archive story is updated, paste its link into WP Downloader again and download the whole story as a new file.
Add the new EPUB to calibre, then review its title, author, cover, and format to distinguish it from the earlier copy.
FAQ
Can calibre open a Nine Lives Archive EPUB?
Yes. Download the story as an EPUB with WP Downloader, import it with calibre’s Add books command, and open it in the e-book viewer.
Can WP Downloader create an AZW3 or MOBI file?
No. WP Downloader provides EPUB and PDF files. Download the EPUB, then use calibre to convert it to AZW3, MOBI, or PDF.
Do I need a Nine Lives Archive account?
You do not need an account for public stories. Signing in is optional and lets WP Downloader reach members-only stories that your Nine Lives Archive account can already read.
Can I download only one chapter?
No. WP Downloader downloads whole Nine Lives Archive stories. It does not download individual chapters or lists from this site.
Will my EPUB update when the story gets a new chapter?
No. Download the story again with WP Downloader, then add the new EPUB to calibre.