Why can't I access google play books through my list of applications?

[AC Question]

In order to access google play books, I have to go to the play store to open the app. I've tried uninstalling the updates. I've tried putting my display is easy mode. It doesn't show up in my list of applications. If I go to play store it shows it is installed and I can open it. All my books show as downloaded and accessible offline. But that isn't the case.