SYNC Audiobooks for Teens returns for 2020, offering no-cost access in Sora
SYNC IS BACK FOR 2021! LEARN MORE HERE Gather round, audiobook enthusiasts – it’s that time of year again! SYNC Audiobooks for Teens, sponsored by AudioFile Magazine and powered by OverDrive’s Sora student reading app, returns this Thursday, April 30. Now in its 11th year…
Announcing the Head Over Heels Romance Reading Group
By: Adam Sockel, Integrated Marketing Specialist Summer will soon be arriving and, eventually, the temperature will start to rise. You don’t need to wait that long to turn up the heat on your reading though, as we’re excited to announce the brand new Head Over…
Your remote resources, all in one place
Through all of the uncertainty of the past few weeks, there has been one constant: libraries have continued to support their patrons and rise to the occasion during this challenging time. When connection was most needed, virtual book clubs gave communities a chance to interact….
Your remote learning resources – all in one place
By: Christina Samek, Outreach Specialist In all of this uncertainty, one thing has remained the same: schools and libraries will always rise to the occasion to support their students and patrons during challenging times. We’ve seen some remarkable things these past few weeks: virtual book…
Record number of new library patrons are using Instant Digital Card
By: Adam Sockel, Integrated Marketing Specialist With library buildings closed, hundreds of thousands of readers have gained free, secure access to ebooks and audiobooks in the last five weeks. Recently, we shared a story about how dozens of library systems began offering OverDrive’s Instant Digital…
Your guide to using local media to promote the library’s digital resources during closures
By: Annie Suhy, Outreach Specialist There’s a lot happening in the news today. Much of it anxiety-inducing. In a time of uncertainty, the most worrisome headlines take center stage, but positive coverage of hope, generosity, and the human connection still shine through. These positive stories…
#ThankYouLibraries during National Library Week and every week
National Library Week is an annual celebration for libraries and librarians, and the important role they play in their communities. But even with so many physical locations currently closed, libraries continue to transform lives every single day. This year’s theme is all about finding your…
How libraries are supporting their communities during the COVID-19 crisis
By: Annie Suhy, Outreach Specialist Librarians have never been one to shy away from a crisis. In times of change and economic recession, people flock to the library in even greater numbers for assistance, community, and free resources. The global health crisis forced libraries to…
Reminder: Sora Sweet Reads starts April 15!
Searching for more reading resources to serve your remote learners? Then you’re in for a treat! Sora Sweet Reads – OverDrive’s rebranded summer reading program – starts tomorrow! From April 15–July 31, our school partners in the U.S. and Canada can access 30 free, simultaneous-use…
Boost circulation and meet patron demand using curated collections
Did you know you can customize the collections that appear on your OverDrive site and in Libby? Just like the displays you have at your physical library, curating collections on OverDrive allows you to showcase new titles, format-specific content, or any books that fit a…