Announcing the Nominees of the 2026 Libby Book Awards
We’re thrilled to publicly announce the 2026 Libby Book Awards Nominees! The Libby Book Awards celebrates stories that captivated readers, sparked conversations, and kept us turning pages late into the night. From heartwarming fiction to steamy romantasy to pulse-pounding thrillers and more, these titles represent the best books of 2025. See last year’s winners Thousands of…
‘Get Lost with Libby’ and Get Inspired by Australian Libraries
During the month of August we invited our library friends to Get Lost with Libby! Across Australia, libraries jumped in with creativity, humor, and some seriously impressive craftsmanship to bring the campaign to life. The goal was simple: create a Get Lost with Libby themed…
Shop Family Dramas, films, & more!
I have always loved stories about families. I’m sure my therapist is better equipped to explain why, but I assume it’s because I enjoy more character-driven narratives, and am, by nature, a very nosy person. To me, figuring out why Aunt Margaret and Aunt Adelaide…
Engaging Your Community with Libby Reads & Sora Reads: The Village Beyond the Mist
This season, libraries and schools around the world are coming together for a shared reading experience designed for all ages: Libby Reads and Sora Reads, the freshly reimagined version of OverDrive’s beloved Big Library Read. From November 18-December 2, readers can enjoy The Village Beyond…
Discover Best-Sellers & Hidden Gems in Our End of Year Sale
As the year winds down, there’s no better time to refresh your library’s digital collection—and stretch your budget further—than during our End of Year Sale. We know many libraries are navigating budget reductions and increased pressure to do more with less. That’s why this year’s…
Books for Fans of Frankenstein
It’s alive! That’s right – with the release of Guillermo del Toro’s new Frankenstein film adaptation, streaming on Netflix November 7, Mary Shelley’s classic novel is enjoying a resurgence of attention. This book has so many appeal factors for readers of all tastes, from fans…
Life of a Showgirl Reads
Sarah and I, as the unofficial Swifties of the OverDrive Digital Content Librarian team, are here to make sure that your patrons have some great books to read when they stop listening to Life of a Showgirl on repeat (I’m on listen number… I don’t…
Seasons of Swoon: Love at First Fright
When is the best time to promote romance titles to your patrons? The better question – when isn’t it a good time? According to a Cloudwards Google Trends analysis in 2024, Romance was the most popular book genre in a whopping 22 states. One of…
Books for Fans of Alchemy of Secrets
Stephanie Garber’s recently released Alchemy of Secrets is already sparking excitement among readers with its mix of lush fantasy, romance, and page-turning intrigue. To help your patrons keep the magic alive long after they’ve finished Garber’s latest (or while they wait for copies for this…
October Essentials
Fall is officially upon us! For cozy readers, this is the best time of the year – apple picking, pumpkin carving, soup season, candle-lit reading nights, spooky atmosphere, and more. What’s not to love? Whether you adore the pumpkin spice season for the comfort reads…