New year, new learning opportunities with our training team!
Our training team is back and bringing you more live webinars to make sure you have the tools and resources you need to succeed when it comes to managing your digital collection. Whether you are new to OverDrive or just need a refresher, you…
Over 150 libraries surpass 1 million digital checkouts in 2023
In 2023, a record-setting 152 library systems in seven countries surpassed one million digital checkouts. Of those 152 libraries, 23 library systems achieved the million checkout milestone for the very first time. In total, 662 million ebooks, audiobooks, digital magazines and more were checked out…
Top 5 films, documentaries, and TV series users couldn’t stop watching on Kanopy in 2023
Alongside the incredible 662 million ebooks, audiobooks, and digital magazines borrowed by library users in 2023, streaming video service Kanopy had its own record-setting year! In 2023, streaming video through libraries and colleges on Kanopy reached a record 23 million plays, which is a 9…
The most popular ebooks and audiobooks borrowed in 2023! Is your favorite on the list?
2023 was another record year for public libraries! Not only did 2023 see the one billionth title borrowed through the Libby app, but last year readers checked out 662 million ebooks, audiobooks, and digital magazines. That’s a 19 percent increase over 2022! Colleen Hoover dominated…
January recommended lists you don’t want to miss
It’s a new year as well as a new month, and we’re rolling out a new feature to celebrate: Monthly Essentials. Near the beginning of every month, we’ll include links to OverDrive Marketplace shopping lists that will cover all the essentials you need to know…
5 bookish resolutions beyond “read more books”
For several years in a row I would set a reading resolution related to the number of books I read. I don’t think I ever actually hit that goal. Eventually I stopped making that particular resolution and started to adopt reading goals beyond the number…
New Year’s Resolutions? There’s a Libby Extra for that!
Start the year off right by helping your community meet their New Year’s Resolutions using Libby Extras! From learning new skills, creative endeavors, to preparing students for college and beyond, providing Libby Extras is a great way for you to engage with patrons and help…
Young Adult holiday romances that will make you say “I love you snow much”
By Jane Whitehurst, Digital Content Librarian There is something inherently magical about the days between Thanksgiving and Valentine’s Day, even when the weather here in Cleveland is dark and depressing. Thinking about this season makes me envision candles softly glowing, frost on the windows, a…
The ultimate guide to the best books of 2023
It’s the most wonderful time of year! Not the holidays (although that is also enjoyable), no, I am talking about when publications and websites put out their Best Books of 2023 lists! Whether you are looking to fill holds on these popular titles, fill gaps…
Ring in the new year with our free marketing kits for January
Personally, I’m someone who prefers to spend her New Years Eve at home. In the past that has meant ordering takeout and watching the boxset of a beloved television show I had received as a Christmas present or curling up with a good book checked…