The next Big Library Read is almost here!
Our global ebook club Big Library Read (BLR) is a week away! From Nov. 1 – Nov. 15, the book and audiobook of Five Total Strangers by Natalie D. Richards will be available to readers all over the world without waitlist or holds. This exciting…
The literary villains we love to hate
By: Christina Samek, Outreach Specialist In every great story, there’s a hero and there’s a villain. Sometimes, they aren’t people, but concepts. Sometimes, there’s more than one. I love the quest motif – our hero or heroine working toward an often noble goal, challenged along…
We want your stories for the next edition of Perspectives on Reading
In recent editions of Perspectives on Reading, we’ve explored what the future holds for schools librarians, taken a dive into the book-buying habits of library users and introduced four questions to ask yourself before writing a book. We’ve heard from authors Ran Walker and Zakiya…
Engage more readers with magazines
By: Annie Suhy, Outreach Services Specialist Do you have magazines in your OverDrive digital collection? This format is a fan favorite with over 3,000 unlimited simultaneous use magazine titles for both kids and adults. Patrons will be pleased to know they no longer need to…
Big Library Read is almost here! Is your school ready?
The next Big Library Read (BLR) starts in just over a week, and your teen readers are going to love what’s in store. For this latest edition of our global ebook club, schools with the Sora reading app will have no-cost access to Five Total…
Using ARPA funds for purchase of digital content for US libraries
To help your library utilize ARPA funding for digital titles, we wanted to remind U.S. library partners of the new tools, lending models, and workflows in OverDrive Marketplace that enable you to order, track, and report on digital content purchased with these funds. *Please check…
Come visit the Sora team at #AASL21!
We’re excited to connect with our school partners at this year’s American Association of School Librarians National Conference! If you’re attending AASL 2021, be sure to visit the Sora reading app team at booth #919. You’ll learn about the latest and greatest Sora developments and…
Introducing your patrons to Libby
By: Joe Skelley, Marketing & Events Specialist As soon as the leaves change color, it’s only a matter of time before pumpkins and bats transition to garland and elves. With the holiday season fast approaching, we can expect many patrons to unwrap new smartphones, tablets,…
Now available: Magazines in Sora
Give your students more to read in the Sora app with digital magazines. Your students will love having access to dozens of entertaining and educational titles right alongside your school’s existing ebook and audiobook collection – and you’ll love the affordable price! Why add digital…
Four sales means ways to save this month!
Latinx Heritage Month Sale Celebrate the history and culture of the Latinx experience with hundreds of titles on sale up to 50% off. Shop Latinx adult, juvenile and YA titles. Sale ends Oct. 15 so shop the sale today! Comics and Graphic Novels Sale Save…