Banned Together x Banned Books Week
This Banned Books Week (October 5–11), join us in celebrating the freedom to read, reflecting on the importance of open access to ideas, and reminding ourselves why protecting that freedom matters. To support this initiative, we’re spotlighting the documentary Banned Together, available to your patrons…
Introducing “Inspire Me”! A New Way to Discover Your Next Great Read in Libby
At Libby, we’re always working to make your experience better, smarter, and more enjoyable for both you and your patrons. Today, we’re excited to announce a brand-new feature that we think readers everywhere will love: “Inspire Me.” What Is Inspire Me? Inspire Me is an…
Webinar Recap: 5 Essential Marketplace Tools to Expand Reach in Libby
By Lauren Bajda Are you looking to personalize your library’s presence in Libby, reach more users, and increase title visibility? In our recent webinar, OverDrive experts shared five essential Marketplace tools that help public libraries do just that while saving valuable staff time. Webinar Highlights…
Libby + Read with Jenna: A New Chapter for Book Lovers at Your Library
We’ve got some exciting news for public libraries and book lovers everywhere: Libby is teaming up with Read with Jenna! 🎉 That’s right, the book club that’s been filling TBR lists since 2019 is now easier than ever for your patrons to explore. Starting September…
Libby Hits the Road with Tyler Childers: Music, Books, and Libraries Unite
What happens when a currently touring, Grammy-nominated artist teams up with the library app readers love? Something pretty special. We’re thrilled to announce a first-of-its-kind partnership between Libby and Tyler Childers, launching the Hickman Holler Reading Club—a new initiative that brings together music, storytelling, and the power…
Big Movie Watch is Almost Here!
Get ready for Kanopy’s upcoming Big Movie Watch, launching September 19 and running through September 28. This program is available to U.S. and Canadian libraries on pay-per-use plans as well as those with PLUS-only accounts. Canadian Kanopy users will be able to stream What We…
Middle School Favorites
Well, by this point, school is solidly back in session for everyone, including that time of our lives that was chaotic and stressful and overwhelming (at least for me), MIDDLE SCHOOL. While that is 3 years of my life you could not pay me to…
Shop Women in Translation Books, Films, & More!
Even though I’m no fan of the heat, August is one of my favorite months, because I spend most of it inside, enjoying the AC and reading. What am I reading? Why, women in translation, of course! For more than a decade now, lovers of…
Spotlight Sessions at Digipalooza 2025: Inspiration Meets Innovation
Whether you’re seeking fresh ideas, bold inspiration, or a renewed sense of purpose, these sessions taking place at Digipalooza 2025 are can’t-miss moments from the conference lineup. Learn all about what Digipalooza has to offer. Here is just a taste of what you can expect: …
Top Books of July
July is traditionally the slowest month of the year for book publishing (followed closely by February). But that doesn’t mean that there aren’t great books available this month. See below for the books of July that you might consider ordering… just in time to deliver…