This Banned Books Week (October 5–11), join us in celebrating the freedom to read, reflecting on the importance of open access to ideas, and reminding ourselves why protecting that freedom matters. To support this initiative, we’re spotlighting the documentary Banned Together, available to your patrons…
In a world where children’s television is often fast-paced, loud, and bursting with flashing colors, many parents and caregivers are beginning to ask: Is all this stimulation healthy? Enter low stimulation TV: a growing genre of children’s programming designed to soothe and engage rather than excite…
We’ve got some exciting news for public libraries and book lovers everywhere: Libby is teaming up with Read with Jenna! 🎉 That’s right, the book club that’s been filling TBR lists since 2019 is now easier than ever for your patrons to explore. Starting September…
From thrilling murder mysteries to fascinating biographies and beautifully illustrated classics-in-the-making to gritty storybook retellings, this lineup of librarian-selected Scholastic new releases have been a hit across age-groups. Now you can learn more about the inspiration behind these works of art – from the creators…
What happens when a currently touring, Grammy-nominated artist teams up with the library app readers love? Something pretty special. We’re thrilled to announce a first-of-its-kind partnership between Libby and Tyler Childers, launching the Hickman Holler Reading Club—a new initiative that brings together music, storytelling, and the power…
For more than a decade, libraries around the world have brought their communities together through shared reading experiences like Big Library Read and Together We Read. These programs have celebrated storytelling, sparked conversations, and connected millions of readers with books — all made possible by…
I’ll never forget where I was when the Cleveland Cavaliers won the 2016 NBA Championship (yes, I realize Steph Curry’s book released this month so it’s a weird thing to bring up). That was something I’d never been able to experience before; one of our…
As classrooms and libraries settle into the new school year, it’s the perfect time to refresh your digital collection with books students can’t wait to read. In case you haven’t heard, the Back to School Sale is one of the best opportunities to save on…
OverDrive is making updates to how hold suspensions work across our platforms and library websites. After reviewing hold data and feedback from partners, these changes are designed to streamline the movement of holds and reduce the amount of time unwanted holds sit unclaimed. Or, as…
Get ready for Kanopy’s upcoming Big Movie Watch, launching September 19 and running through September 28. This program is available to U.S. and Canadian libraries on pay-per-use plans as well as those with PLUS-only accounts. Canadian Kanopy users will be able to stream What We…
Well, by this point, school is solidly back in session for everyone, including that time of our lives that was chaotic and stressful and overwhelming (at least for me), MIDDLE SCHOOL. While that is 3 years of my life you could not pay me to…
September is a great month for libraries! Celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month this September, sharing one card, endless possibilities. Libraries are also supporting students back in school and gearing up for Hispanic Heritage Month, which starts September 15. All readers are getting ready for great…
