Celebrate the freedom to read with discounted and new Cost Per Circ titles
Banned Books Week began in 1982 as a response to the increasing number of challenges to books in schools, bookstores, and libraries. The American Library Association (ALA) and other partners launched this initiative to bring attention to attempts to restrict access to certain materials and…
Expanding access to knowledge with NYPL’s Books for All initiative
Books for All is NYPL’s flagship effort for 2024 aimed at breaking down barriers for readers of all ages and backgrounds in New York. This initiative also provides opportunities for communities and libraries across the country to get involved in protecting the freedom to read….
Read an Ebook Day is here!
Long before we were accessing groceries or a ride through an app on our phone, readers have been discovering the joy of ebooks on mobile devices. This is why for the past 10 years, readers from across the world have come together every September 18…
Registration for Digipalooza ‘25 is now open!
Librarians, mark your calendars! Digipalooza ’25 is happening August 12-14, 2025 in our hometown of Cleveland, OH and registration is now open! Like past years, Digipalooza ‘25 is set to be an exciting and unforgettable event filled with transformative learning, networking, and opportunities to engage with digital…
Debunking the top 5 myths about Kanopy for small libraries
Kanopy has gained popularity as a go-to streaming service for public libraries, offering a diverse range of films, documentaries, family-friendly, and educational content. However, some misconceptions still linger, especially among smaller libraries that are considering whether to invest in this platform. Let’s break down the…
On the road with the Fiction & Film Tour
A month ago, we hit the road for the first ever Fiction and Film Tour! Part of the Check Out Your Library (COYL) movement, the tour will feature dozens of in-person events that shine a spotlight on libraries. Check Out Your Library is a multi-year…
Top 5 tools to personalize your library’s presence in Libby
Leverage OverDrive Marketplace’s suite of tools to connect with more readers, increase visibility of individual titles in your collection, highlight your curatorial expertise, and bring more of your library’s personality into the Libby app! 1. Featured title campaign editor With the Newsroom campaign editor, you…
Make your voice heard by voting for our SXSW panel!
Our public libraries are indispensable hubs for lifelong learning, community engagement, and so much more. As one of our most trusted local resources, libraries play a crucial role in empowering citizens, enhancing media literacy, and encouraging civic participation. One of the key principles of libraries…
Gear up for greatness with our ultimate Back to School checklist
As summer winds down, it’s time to gear up for another exciting school year! Even for public librarians it’s important to use this season to plan and prepare the kids and teens in your community to have a successful academic year. Learn about all the…
Coming soon! Big Movie Watch returns with Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game
Kanopy’s film club Big Movie Watch is almost here, this time with the true story of Roger Sharpe, GQ writer and real-life pinball wizard, who helped overturn New York City’s 35-year ban on pinball. Oh yes, I’m talking about the bright, colorful machines with flashing…