Blast from the past: Save big with our local history sale!
Known for their local and regional history, iconic imagery and cultural impact, titles from Arcadia Publishing and the History Press offer a glimpse into small-town America and the lush history of the United States. Between now and Oct. 31, you can save 30-40% on over…
OverDrive Instant Digital Card is easier than ever
The OverDrive Instant Digital Card (IDC) service is designed to bring new users to the library as quickly and seamlessly as possible. This “alternate ID” enables readers who download Libby to get a digital library card using only their mobile phone number. For the last…
Supporting Dyslexia Awareness Month with Sora and the OverDrive Resource Center
By: Sydney Kalnay, Training Manager “Dyslexia affects 20% of the population and represents 80–90% of all those with learning disabilities. It is the most common of all neuro-cognitive disorders.” 1 I found this quote while researching dyslexia and intellectual strength on the Yale Center for…
Spooktacular streaming video from OverDrive
In the words of Lucy Maud Montgomery, “I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” One of my favorite things about this time of year is indulging in some horror movies (I even have two friends who only watch horror films…
German Public Libraries Upgrade Technology and Catalog Through OverDrive, World’s Largest Digital Reading Platform
Oct. 8, 2019 – Patrons can easily access popular ebooks and audiobooks through award-winning app
Characters to inspire your costume
By: Hannah Monson, Content Specialist If you’re anything like me, you’ve been planning your Halloween costume for the last six months. Well, now we’re finally approaching Halloween, so if you haven’t planned, now’s the time! Not only am I a children’s librarian, but I also…
Join us for the Libraries Transform Book Pick
OverDrive, in collaboration with the American Library Association, brings you the Libraries Transform Book Pick! The program is designed to bring readers together in the community and across the country with the same ebook. The first Libraries Transform Book Pick is After the Flood by…
Monday 5×5 for October 7, 2019
Friends! Yes, I know, it’s been several weeks (months?) since I was here, bright and early Monday morning, but have no fear, I am back. As a reminder, for those who are just joining us, the Monday 5×5 is my opportunity to share five interesting…
The fifth issue of Perspectives on Reading is now available!
The fifth edition of Perspectives on Reading is here and full of more interviews with industry leaders, thoughtful and insightful articles, opinion pieces, statistics on trending topics and more. Issue 5 includes: How libraries are embracing culinary programs and cooking the books All the data…