Librarians’ Choice: The First-Ever Libby Book Awards
Mar. 13, 2024 – “The Libbys” showcase librarian favorites like “Yellowface,” “Divine Rivals” and “Fourth Wing” alongside the past year’s hidden gems
OverDrive and Storytel Announce Agreement to Provide 25,000 Digital Audiobooks to Libraries and Schools Worldwide
Mar. 11, 2024 – Readers and students to have access to premium content in 20 languages from leading global authors
Celebrating B Corp Month
OverDrive became a Certified B Corp in 2017, joining companies such as Patagonia, Bombas, Ben & Jerry’s, Warby Parker and others leading a global movement of using business for good. The prestigious B Corporation certification recognizes a company’s commitment to creating exceptional positive social and…
March recommended lists you don’t want to miss
There is excitement building as Spring approaches! March is Women’s History Month and a great time to recognize and celebrate the achievements of women everywhere. With so many books by and about women, there is plenty to check out for every audience! Easter also snuck…
Ramadan & Literature Through the Eyes Of A Middle Eastern
Under a Crescent Moon: Unveiling the Spirit of Ramadan Across the World When the crescent moon gracefully slices through the night skies, it tells us that Ramadan is here. For Muslims everywhere, this means a special time filled with spiritual feelings. While abstaining from food…
Tips to building your own Getting Started with Libby session
Looking to up your library programming game in 2024? Hosting your own Getting Started with Libby session is an easy and effective way to introduce new users to your digital library, give regular users a refresh on the services and feature of Libby, and increase…
March in like a lion with these free marketing kits from OverDrive
I know what Punxsutawney Phil predicted, but coming from Cleveland I’m always hesitant to fully embrace an early spring until I see it. Whether March comes in like a lion or in like a lamb, you can promote your library this month using the free…
Readers Embark on Emotional Journey through U.S.-wide Book Club
Feb. 21, 2024 – Compelling debut novel “One Summer in Savannah” available free from public libraries as ebook or audiobook, with group discussions online
Shop Sci-Fi Saga books, films, & more
Science fiction is a great genre for a lot of reasons. The tech is often very cool and offers, we hope, a peek into the future. (Where is my flying car already?!) It also gives authors a chance to comment on the world as it…
The Libby Book Awards finalists are here! How many have you read?
The rest of the world might be preparing for the Oscars, but here at OverDrive we are looking forward to finding out who won a Libby Book Award! We want to thank the librarians who voted on the inaugural Libby Book Awards. Thanks to all…