Looking back at 2018’s Big Library Reads and what’s to come in 2019
For half a decade, OverDrive has been hosting the Big Library Read (BLR) several times a year. The global event provides instant access to one book for two weeks without wait lists or holds, connecting readers around the world in the largest digital library book…
Help motivate #NaNoWriMo writers in your community
National Novel Writing Month (better known as #NaNoWriMo) takes place each November as writers of all skill levels try to complete a draft of a novel in a single month. Hitting 50,000 words in one month is incredibly daunting and participants love motivating each other…
Monday 5×5 for November 12 2018
So, fun fact: today is my birthday! And no, I will not tell you how old I am and it was very rude of you to ask (j/k. I’m 37). Also, I have no idea what is happening with the graphic I chose for this…
What is reading?
Recently, I saw a commercial on television from a large spice company where, instead of providing recipes or showing the flavors they offer, they chose to promote the memories that come from those flavors. Garlic isn’t garlic, it’s the smell of grandmothers pierogi. Cinnamon brings…
How Libby has helped me read 2 books per week in 2018
At the beginning of this year, our Professional Book Nerds podcast shared a series of episodes dedicated to creating and achieving reading resolutions throughout the year. One of my goals was to read at least one book per week and thanks to Libby, I’m on…
Monday 5×5 for November 5th
From Bustle: Author Caitriona Lally just won a prestigious award from the university where she works as a janitor It’s like a real-life Good Will Hunting or something. I also love hearing about all of the “real jobs” other writers have. Iowa Public Radio has…
November is National Picture Book Month
By: Sarah Wilsman, Collection Development Specialist. National Picture Book Month is an international literacy initiative that celebrates picture books over the month of November. OverDrive supports this celebration with digital versions of all your favorite stories and artwork – from Pete the Cat to Goodnight…
The Professional Book Nerds 30 Day Book Challenge
Social media is a wonderful tool for finding new users in your community. It’s also a great way to interact with your patrons and show off your personality. One of the popular trends going around currently are “30 day” challenges where people share certain types…
Monday 5×5 October 29 2018
From Book Riot, Hallowqueen: Queer Horror Books Excuse me while I furiously write every single title down. (Also, who else is watching The Haunting of Hill House? Can we talk about how Theo is one of the most amazing television characters ever?) Over on LitHub,…
Join us for our one-day Digipalooza Academy events in 2019
Since 2006, OverDrive has been hosting Digipalooza every two years to bring together our partners for a unique blend of education, networking and fun. The previous few international user group events have been located in our home of Cleveland, Ohio but we’re excited to announce…