Monday 5×5 July 2 2018
Blink and it’s already July! I have no idea how, but here we are with our first Monday 5×5 of the new month. Over on Vox: Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House books are beautiful. They are also filled with racism I know there are a…
ISTE 2018 recap
We were thrilled to see so many partners and educators new to OverDrive at the 2018 ISTE Conference. Hundreds visited us to learn a how to integrate digital content into a school or district. In case you missed any of our exciting events during the show, here’s…
The first issue of Perspectives on Reading is now available
We’re thrilled to announce that the inaugural issue of Perspectives on Reading is out and ready for you to discover. This quarterly online magazine was created to provide unique looks into the world of reading and how literacy impacts our communities. You can expect to find a…
More privacy and personalized care for students’ learning needs
We all remember the group read-aloud. The details varied; sometimes we read while seated and others we were required to stand. Each student got a page or a paragraph and read it loud enough for everyone to hear. Inevitably came the moment of panicked pause,…
7 reasons to take advantage of our audiobook sale before it ends
Audiobook Month ends this week, which means you only have a few days left to take advantage of our audiobook sale. Over the years there has been a major increase in audiobook circulation and by purchasing some of the thousands of titles up to 50% off, you…
Spread the word (and the love) for the next Big Library Read
The next Big Library Read kicks off on July 9th and we’re excited to share some phenomenal marketing materials to help your library spread the word. On the Big Library Read website, you’ll find some beautiful graphics for social media usage, printable posters, and a…
Monday 5×5 June 25 2018
By: Jill Grunenwald, Marketing and Communications Specialist Library friends! I hope those of us who spent the weekend in New Orleans had a fun and productive time in the Big Easy. I’m headed back home to Cleveland today and admittedly really looking forward to seeing…
Public Library eBook & Audiobook Use Goes Viral with Libby App
June 21, 2018 – Millions discovering their local library with free reading app
5 Benefits of Listening To Audiobooks on Libby
By: Rickie Mascia, OverDrive Social Media Specialist Let’s talk audiobooks – mainly because we love them, BUT ALSO because it is National Audiobook Month, which is the perfect time to put audiobooks at the forefront of your library’s digital collection. We would like to introduce…
Popular Magazines Now Available to Libraries on the Libby app
June 20, 2018 – ESPN, The Oprah Magazine, Newsweek and more available digitally from OverDrive through cost-effective, simultaneous-use plan