Join us on Thursday, April 20 at 2pm EST for a panel with Baker Publishing Group’s top contemporary fiction authors from the Revell and Bethany House imprints as a part of OverDrive’s In the Know program. Register here. Hear from New York Times bestselling author…
Spring may have only just sprung, but summer is on our minds here at OverDrive! Join our stellar Digital Content Librarians for a can’t miss Summer Picks webinar on Wednesday, April 19 at 11 am EST, as they highlight some of the most exciting titles…
Last week, Floridians gathered in Tallahassee for Florida Library Legislative Day. This event was an opportunity for attendees to meet with officials and speak about the importance of fully funding libraries. OverDrive congratulates Shane Roopnarine, president of Florida Library Association and all Florida librarians on…
Based on popular demand, Kanopy is launching two additional PLUS Packs subscriptions, including “British Cinema and TV” and “Episodic Series.” Kanopy PLUS Packs are themed collections, each bursting with captivating unlimited use titles. Patrons will discover in each Pack the most alluring and quality curations…
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…
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…
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…
On May 1, 2023, the legacy OverDrive app will be discontinued. OverDrive users are now actively being encouraged to switch to Libby. Sunsetting the OverDrive app will simplify how you promote your library’s digital collection, train your staff, support your users, and promote the best…
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,…
By Molly McNamara, Marketing Manager Employee engagement is one of the most important indicators in gauging work satisfaction. So, it’s no surprise that organizations are seeking ways they can enhance their company culture while also developing professional and personal skills for their employees. It’s not…
The countdown for Digipalooza ‘23 is on and we can’t wait to see you all August 9-11, 2023. Our user conference is for public, corporate, and academic library partners of OverDrive and Libby. Everyone can benefit from Digipalooza ‘23, including those who work in collection…
At a reception during the 2023 Oklahoma Library Association and Mountain Plains Library Association joint conference on March 9, OLA presented Steve Potash, OverDrive founder and CEO, with the 2023 Robert Motter Vendor Appreciation Award. The award was presented by Lisa Wells, Executive Director of…