We’re beyond thrilled to announce that Jason Reynolds will be the Wednesday keynote speaker at Digipalooza, the premier event for public librarians. A literary powerhouse, Jason Reynolds is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of acclaimed books for children and young adults. His works—including…
Atomic Focus Entertainment in association with Kanopy presents Banned Together: The Fight Against Censorship. This explosive new feature documentary pulls back the curtain on two of the most controversial issues in America today: book bans and curriculum censorship in public schools, and the unseen forces…
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to get a first look at Kensington’s summer and fall 2025 titles, including special appearances by authors and publicists, with our next In the Know presentation on Tuesday, May 13 at 1:30pm EST. This exclusive virtual event allows attendees…
It is always a good time to garden prep, but Spring is prime gardening season! Many people may be starting a garden for the first time, expanding on their garden, looking for guidance, or seeking inspiration. There are many approaches to gardening and many books…
Books you should know about Rebellion 1776 by Laurie Halse Anderson Buy the ebook here Buy the audiobook here From your OverDrive DCL: Bestseller Anderson is back with an exciting Middle Grade historical about young Elspeth Culpepper. She and her father lost the rest of…
As libraries continue to evolve in how they reach and engage their communities, so does OverDrive. You can now use the Newsroom Campaign Editor to create library event and donation campaigns to promote library fundraisers, initiatives, and other happenings to your patrons in Libby. Connecting…
Emily Henry’s latest novel, Great Big Beautiful Life will be hitting the shelves on April 22 (preorder the ebook and audiobook here), and readers are buzzing with excitement! To keep the bookish joy flowing, we’ve put together a collection of read-alikes that capture the same delightful…
“Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel.” – Socrates Education and learning are core aspects of our humanity, our ability to communicate complex thoughts to one another often astounding, our cognitive potential nearly limitless. If, as Socrates said, education…
The arrival of April means that spring has finally sprung! We’ll endure the showers if it means longer days and warmer weather. Earth Day is coming up on April 22, folks are starting to get ready for gardening, and runners are gearing up for the…
Promoting your library’s events and services is essential to helping you reach more of your community. Whether you’re promoting services like Libby and Kanopy or upcoming events like author talks, the following five strategies will help you effectively reach your target audiences. #1 Print Media Not…
Exploring Rio de Janeiro: A Cultural and Literary Treasure The 2025 World Literary Tour is excited to spotlight the vibrant and culturally vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil! Known for its stunning beaches, iconic carnival celebrations, and lush landscapes, Rio is also a historic…
At Kanopy, we’re always looking for new ways to bring engaging, high-quality streaming entertainment to your patrons—without breaking your budget. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce the addition of two brand-new PLUS Packs, expanding your library’s collection with even more must-watch content. Streaming in Spanish…
