Thank you to everyone who was able to join us for our Fall Picks from OverDrive Librarians webinar! Jane, Sarah, Sydney, and I enjoyed sharing the fun books we are looking forward to and the entertaining Kanopy picks. During the dog days of Summer, we…
Summerween is back and bigger than ever! The warm-weather Halloween trend is for anyone who doesn’t want to wait all summer long to get into the Spooky Season spirit – for many, this beloved time kicks off on July 5. Think carving watermelons instead of…
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: …
At the beginning of May, the Catholic Church selected its first American pope. Born Robert Francis Prevost on Chicago’s South Side, Pope Leo XIV is a man most people had never heard of before his elevation to the head of the Catholic Church. So, who…
The Harry PotterTM series is pure magic. It whisks readers away to a world of spells, secrets, and adventure. A world that has shaped childhoods for generations. But its impact goes far beyond the pages. These books have become shared experiences, creating deep connections between…
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…
Brad Thor is back with Edge of Honor, another pulse-pounding entry in his bestselling Scot Harvath series. As fans race through this high-stakes political thriller filled with espionage, action, and global intrigue, they’ll be eager for more stories that deliver the same adrenaline rush. That’s…
ECW Press and Annick Press are teaming up to bring us our next virtual In the Know presentation on Wednesday, July 16 at 1pm EST. Both publishers have celebrated 50 years of producing amazing books and are excited to bring back some old favorites to…
We’re beyond excited to announce that Julia Whelan, award-winning audiobook narrator, bestselling author, and one of the most recognizable voices in the industry, will be taking the main stage at Digipalooza 2025 as a keynote speaker on Thursday, August 14, from 9:30–10:15 AM. A true…
There are many aspects of a book that may appeal to readers, and my favorite is setting. I look for books with a strong sense of place as these atmospheric reads can transport readers to new, fun, or familiar places and add to the reading…
June is the time when kids are getting out of school, families are spending more time together, and road trips are in the works. That means plenty of patrons are going to start searching for audiobooks that the whole family can enjoy together. June also…
By Katie Blachman Take a moment to imagine you’re at the library and you get a question from a user over the phone, over email, or in-person about Libby… Do you feel comfortable answering their question?… Do you know which features in Libby will best…
