OverDrive Launches “Heights Press”: A Cleveland-Inspired Publishing Imprint
Debut series Hickory Hollow to captivate middle-grade readers with adventures exclusively available from school and public libraries CLEVELAND, October 21, 2024 – OverDrive is proud to announce the launch of Heights Press, a boutique publishing imprint inspired by the vibrant creativity and community spirit of…
OverDrive and Youth Communication Announce Co-Produced Anthologies Spotlighting Teen Stories
Fifteen anthologies now available exclusively for libraries and schools through Libby and Sora Cleveland, OH – September 17, 2024 – Today, OverDrive announced fifteen anthologies created in partnership with Youth Communication, a nonprofit youth media organization that promotes youth literacy and civic engagement through youth-led…
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, library, academic and corporate buyers Cleveland, OH – July 31, 2024 – To keep pace with surging demand from millions of students, readers, and viewers…
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 the NBA basketball season draws closer, Libby, the award-winning library reading app from OverDrive, proudly announces its sponsorship of the Los Angeles Lakers and the…
“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