Independence Day has just passed, but in this America 250 year, books of American History will remain as hot as the summer temperatures. A couple weeks ago, we shared some can’t miss stories for young patriots, so in this installment, I’m including a few of…
Kanopy Platform Updates Kanopy’s product team has been focused on improvements that make the platform more accessible, more intuitive, and more useful for the patrons you serve. Here’s a look at what’s new across the mobile apps and website. Picture-in-Picture on Mobile Picture-in-Picture (PiP) is…
Kanopy Kids is Kanopy’s dedicated section for children ages 2 to 8, packed with over 2,000 age-appropriate, diverse, and entertaining titles, including popular favorites such as Masha and the Bear, Blippi, and Pinkalicious & Peterrific, plus read-along storybooks from Vooks, Highlights, and Signed Stories. Available…
Since 2013, in alignment with our mission of providing accessible, high-quality digital content, OverDrive has hosted dozens of virtual global and regional reading programs that continue to help libraries engage readers, spark meaningful conversations, and expand access to great books. From Big Library Read to Libby Reads In 2025, we brought together our community reading initiatives under a…
Many of us have loved history our whole reading lives. Others, not so much—especially if they perceive history as a dry list of dates and events. With our country’s 250th anniversary in 2026, we have an opportunity to try to spark young readers’ curiosity about…
On July 4, 2026, the United States marks its 250th anniversary, a moment to reflect on the country’s past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look ahead to the next 250 years. Kanopy’s American History collection brings the story of the United States to…
It’s finally Summer, or it will be in a few days if you’re the technical type. But as far as we’re concerned, it’s Summer, and all we’ve ever wanted is vacation and time to get away! (Cue the Go-Go’s.) Your patrons are probably also excited…
Libraries have always been committed to serving everyone in their communities, but that mission is only as strong as the tools available to carry it out. When patrons don’t know a service exists or can’t access information about it in their own language, even the…
Audiobooks continue to be one of the fastest-growing formats in libraries, and patron demand shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, according to the Audio Publishers Association, U.S. audiobook sales increased 9% in 2025, reaching $2.43 billion in revenue. Within the Libby App, unique…
As we enter June, more than likely your libraries are finishing last minute preparations for summer reading programs or have already started! We dove right into this year’s theme of Unearth a Story with several new lists including We Dig It, which leans heavy on…
Hangout films are all about the vibes. They’re the kind of movies that make you want to spend time in the world the filmmakers have created, where the plot is almost secondary. We’re here for the characters, the setting, and the atmosphere, plus a kick-ass…
Whether you’ve been a fan of the books for years or have just discovered sci-fi’s beloved “Murderbot” from the television show, there’s no denying that this media-loving human/bot construct has a big following. And it’s not hard to see why! Murderbot is resourceful, sarcastic, and…