Between planning and hosting library programs, helping patrons find their next great read, creating curated collections for Libby and more, staff time is at a premium. It’s also one of your greatest assets, which is why it’s so important to find opportunities to make their…
Depending on when you’re reading this, you either are patiently (or not-so-patiently) waiting for Taylor Swift’s new album, The Tortured Poets Department, to come out or you have been listening to it nonstop, as it is after April 19, 2024. I guess you could be…
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to get a first look at Kensington’s summer and fall 2024 titles, including special appearances by authors and editors, with our next In the Know presentation on Tuesday, May 14 at 1:30pm EST. Register now! This exclusive virtual event…
In today’s digital age, access to information is key to empowering citizens and fostering democracy. With the upcoming elections, staying informed about candidates and issues is more important than ever. That’s why libraries like the Harris County Public Library (HCPL) in Texas are taking innovative…
Want to be a superhero in your community? Add comics & graphic novels from Marvel and Humainoids, Inc., now available in the popular OverDrive MAX lending model! With OverDrive MAX, libraries can stock bundles of 100 loans with no expiration date. From improving visual literacy…
Chronicle Books is now available in our popular OverDrive MAX lending model! Libraries can stock bundles of 100 loans of Chronicle’s full catalog of award-winning titles and inspiring and inclusive ebooks for all ages. With each MAX title, the cost to serve each reader is…
PLA 2024 might be over, but we get another opportunity to celebrate libraries with National Library Week! National Library Week (April 7—April 13, 2024) is a time to celebrate the vital role libraries play in our communities. It’s a moment to recognize the importance of…
Summer is almost here! Which means that you can hopefully rest for a bit after planning all of your Summer Reading programs. Your humble Digital Content Librarians, Sarah, Tori, and I (Erin), would like to cordially invite you to get into the summer spirit by…
Time and resources are limited at public libraries. With so many options available and choices to make, making decisions about your collection development dollars can seem impossible, especially if purchasing for your library’s digital collection is just one of many roles you maintain. With our…
April’s arrival means spring has officially begun and the days are finally lasting longer! With it also comes many new things to celebrate, including Earth Day and National Poetry Month. And apparently a Solar Eclipse that you may have heard a thing or two about….
Back in October, I started playing competitive pinball. (Believe me, I didn’t know it was a thing either until last year.) But in the six months since joining the Cleveland Belles & Chimes women’s pinball league, I’ve participated in several leagues in the area (and…
This week, public librarians will be arriving in Columbus, Ohio for the 2024 Public Library Association conference. If you are going to be attending PLA 2024, be sure to visit Team OverDrive in Booth #2223 as we share exciting Libby updates, Kanopy news, and more!…