Planning for Pride: Reads for Pride Month
By Meghan Volchko, Digital Content Librarian June gives us so many reasons to celebrate, and not just because it’s my birthday month! The solstice is here, we can enjoy a change in seasons, and we have the opportunity to reflect on a year that is…
Reading for Runners
by Claire Weibel, Digital Content Librarian It’s that time of year – the winter ice has thawed from the sidewalks, the sun is peaking out behind spring clouds, and people all over the world are lacing up their running shoes and venturing out on the…
Get a first look at new releases from Kensington
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to get a first look at Kensington’s summer and fall 2023 titles, including special appearances by authors and editors, with our next In the Know presentation on Thursday, May 11 at 1pm EST. Register today! Attendees will hear from…
How #WeGoBeyond as a B Corp
In 2017, OverDrive became a Certified B Corp, 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…
Best spring reads from OverDrive
By Kristin Roccaforte, Digital Content Librarian Thoughts of spring make me want to start planning and planting my garden, get outdoors and frolick in a meadow. There’s no better place to turn than our Garden Prep list for books on setting up one’s garden. It…
Balancing a digital library budget? 4 tips to spend less and circ more like a pro
As the popularity of mobile devices, ereaders, and instant access to content has grown, the demand on digital library collections has also seen a spike. 2022 saw 555 million total digital checkouts from the OverDrive global network, which is a 10 percent increase over 2021…
LGBTQ+ books for kids: Be In the Know with Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Join Little, Brown Books for Young Readers (LBYR) for an exclusive In the Know presentation on Wednesday, April 5 at 2pm EST focusing on LGBTQ+ books for kids. LGBTQ+ isn’t a genre, it’s a point of view. Tune in to hear LBYR authors Nina Varela,…
Page to Stream Oscar Favorites with Kanopy
The only thing I enjoy more than reading a book is watching a movie. It’s one reason my Kanopy app almost gets as much use as my Libby app! When you add Kanopy to your digital collection, you’re giving your users the best in thoughtful…
Give listeners the audiobooks they want (and get 5% content credit for yourself!)
Whenever I hear someone say audiobooks don’t “count” as reading or are “cheating,” I always wonder if they just haven’t listened to the right audiobook yet. From making traffic on your way to work less annoying to being a great workout partner, audiobooks can be…
Be In the Know with Taylor & Francis
Join us on Thursday, March 23 at 4pm EST for a live panel featuring Taylor & Francis authors on the topic of supporting parents and guardians with autistic children. This presentation is being offered as an exclusive OverDrive In the Know event. Authors Noelle Balsamo,…
Encourage creativity with Craftsy and a Library of Things
Library of Things are growing in popularity for those libraries wanting to offer their community lendable items outside of books, movies, and magazines. These nontraditional collections aren’t new; Grosse Point Public Library in Michigan has been lending out tools since the 1940s. But in recent…
Must-Read Hispanic Fiction
By Marisa Arancibia If you have been sleeping on translated and English-original works by Hispanic authors, then it’s time to quickly remedy that and discover just how many amazing reads you’ve been missing! Below you will find books by Chilean, Argentinian, and Spanish authors ranging…