Survey finds that Learning & Development is booming — and a major boon to retaining employees
July 24, 2024 — OverDrive, the leading digital reading platform for corporate and law libraries worldwide, and HR Dive’s studioID released a new survey report that highlights the significant growth of learning & development (L&D) programs and their sharply rising value to companies of all sizes.
OverDrive Announces Strategic Leadership Appointments for Global Digital Media Distribution
Newly established Content Group will offer authors, publishers, audiobook and video suppliers expanded services to grow sales to global school,…
Libby Promotes Literacy as Proud Sponsor of the Los Angeles Lakers and the Lakers Literacy Program
Multi-year purpose-driven sponsorship aims to advance literacy and showcase libraries to Lakers fans CLEVELAND – July 23, 2024 – As…
“Check Out Your Library” Campaign to Ignite Conversation, Engagement, and Love for Public Libraries
July 9, 2024 – Today, the leading brands in digital content for libraries and schools, including Libby, Sora, and Kanopy, announced the launch of “Check Out Your Library.”
“All Access” Collections to Enable Millions of Readers to Enjoy Premium Digital Library Books with No Holds or Wait Times
June 19, 2024 – As part of OverDrive’s advocacy for flexible and reasonable digital book costs for schools and libraries, OverDrive announced today three new All Access Collections of simultaneous use ebook subscriptions for libraries.
Chronicle Books’ Full Ebook Catalog Now Available in OverDrive Max Lending Model
May 14, 2024 – OverDrive, the leading digital reading platform for libraries and schools, announced the availability of the full ebook catalog from Chronicle Books in the OverDrive Max access model.
Libraries Enter “Wild New World” with Worldwide Digital Book Club
May 9, 2023 – Combining meticulous research with dramatic storytelling, the latest Big Library Read presents a tale with all the wonders of history and the excitement of the best fiction.
Student Ebook Usage Breaks Records
April 2, 2024 – First annual report on student digital book reading provides deep dive into the blockbuster genres, peak binge-reading hours and surprising statistics from the academic year 2022-23
OverDrive Adds Books+Publishing Reviews for Library & School Digital Catalogues
April 18, 2024 – Libraries and schools now have free access to Australia’s #1 source for pre-publication reviews of Australia and New Zealand books
Librarians’ Choice: The First-Ever Libby Book Awards
Mar. 13, 2024 – “The Libbys” showcase librarian favorites like “Yellowface,” “Divine Rivals” and “Fourth Wing” alongside the past year’s hidden gems
OverDrive and Storytel Announce Agreement to Provide 25,000 Digital Audiobooks to Libraries and Schools Worldwide
Mar. 11, 2024 – Readers and students to have access to premium content in 20 languages from leading global authors
Readers Embark on Emotional Journey through U.S.-wide Book Club
Feb. 21, 2024 – Compelling debut novel “One Summer in Savannah” available free from public libraries as ebook or audiobook, with group discussions online
TeachingBooks and The Library Corporation Announce New Collaboration Offering Easy Access to Engaging PreK-12 Literature Resources
Jan. 30, 2024 – Mutual customers will be able to access complementary materials for children’s and young adult titles from their school library catalogs
OverDrive Announces Sora Bundle Digital Book Pricing for EL Education Curriculum Required Reads to Increase Equity
Jan. 24, 2024 – Digital ebooks for required reads now available in simple per-grade price model, educators can learn more at FETC
TeachingBooks Launches ‘Book Resumes’ at LibLearnX to Help Librarians Save Time
Jan. 18, 2024 – New toolkit instantly aggregates professional reviews and credentialed details about children’s and young adult books