What’s On My Teen’s Screen: Teen-Approved Libby, Kanopy and a Libby Extra Picks
By Tonya Briggs, Collection Development Manager My son, Cameron, loved to read and write books until the third and fourth grade. Even though his teachers always told me how much they enjoyed discussing class reading assignments with him and he scored high on reading tests,…
Support the science of reading with our new Supersonic Phonics and Decodables simultaneous use package
According to the story, I was around three or four when my parents went to dinner and left me with a babysitter. When they returned, the babysitter said I knew how to read. Now, my mom was a teacher, she knew that was unlikely and…
Coming soon to Libby: New ways for your patrons to enjoy OverDrive Magazines
OverDrive Magazines continue to grow in popularity among librarians and readers alike, and for good reason! With no circulation cap and unlimited simultaneous use, magazines are always available and patrons can enjoy every issue of every magazine. Magazines also help you expand the content variety…
Shop #WITMonth books, films, & more
By Shelia Mawdsley, Digital Content Librarian Twice a month, our team will assemble a thematic one-stop-shop collection of books, films, lists, and Libby Extras to provide a more seamless shopping experience. This week’s theme is Women in Translation Month. #WITMonth is a celebration every August…
Celebrate the new school year with new reads and new adventures
My nephew started Kindergarten last week. In the pictures my sister sent me, his smile was big beneath the bright blue hoodie he wore that resembled a beloved video game character. Growing up, I always loved the first day of school and the hope and…
Love is in the air – Learn more about new Tor Publishing Group imprint, Bramble
Everyone deserves a good love story. Look no further than Tor Publishing Group’s new romantic imprint, Bramble! Join us on Wednesday, August 23 at 2pm ET to learn more about Bramble and get a sneak peek at upcoming titles from their catalog releasing this fall….
Empower your patrons with power tools: DIY resources to add to your digital library today
By Jill Grunenwald, Marketing and Communications Specialist Back in March I decided I wanted to remodel our guest bathroom entirely by myself. Had I ever used a power tool before? LOL no. Had I ever hung wallpaper, let alone hung drywall? Haha, hilarious. But as…
Soccer books that will make you yell Goaaaaaal!
By Erin Kane, Digital Content Librarian It’s the 9th FIFA Women’s World Cup so it’s time to support our beloved US Women’s National Team! But all the games are being broadcast 12-15 hours ahead of North American timezones. What’s a fan to do during their…
Kanopy marketing toolkits now available on OverDrive Resource Center!
Looking to promote Kanopy to your community? You can now find marketing toolkits available on the OverDrive Resource Center! We have free toolkits available for public library partners with Kanopy in the United States and Canada. Current available toolkits include Action Films in August, Silver…
Kapow! Comics & graphic novels on sale now
This month, take advantage of superhero-sized savings! Between now and July 31, you can save up to 50% on thousands of comics and graphic novels for all ages. Visit Marketplace to start shopping! Comics continue to fly off digital library shelves Between 2022 and 2021,…
Unique content options to inspire your campus with unlimited Simultaneous Use are on sale now
As of Nov. 1, 2023, Universal Class is no longer available for purchase. Is your digital library up to date with all the resources students need for a successful year? While you’re updating your ebooks and audiobooks library in preparing for the new academic year,…
Empower and educate your staff with these unique, interactive content solutions on sale now
As of Nov. 1, 2023, Universal Class is no longer available for purchase through OverDrive. Visit the Resource Center to learn more about all of our other Libby Extras offerings. Organizations with OverDrive Professional digital libraries value personal and professional development for their teams by…