9 unique library book clubs to reinvent your reading routine
Whether you’re a seasoned pro and have been hosting book clubs at your library for years or this is a new role and programming opportunity for you, book clubs are always a great way to engage with the readers in your community and encourage connection…
Latest Libby update brings better library branding, backup and recovery, and more!
This week, Libby released a new update that introduces important improvements based on reader and partner feedback. This release brings new features, thoughtfully refines the user experience, and makes the app feel even more like the digital branch of your library. What’s new in Libby …
August recommended lists you don’t want to miss
August signals the summer wind down as back to school season is coming in hot! August is also Women in Translation month where we celebrate women authors from around the globe and their work that has been translated into additional languages. Your patrons will appreciate…
Plan for August with free marketing kits and social media graphics from OverDrive
Somehow, August is already here! I feel like just yesterday we were at the start of summer, and now fall is quickly approaching. But don’t worry: if you’re not yet ready to say goodbye to the sunny season, our Resource Center has been refreshed with…
Tools to accelerate your digital library and more at ALA Annual
Hello San Diego! This week, librarians from all over are gathering in warm, sunny California for the American Library Association’s Annual Conference. If you’re going to be attending ALA 2024, be sure to visit Team OverDrive in Booth #1040 to hear exciting content updates, news…
Meet some of the furry coworkers of Team OverDrive!
Celebrated in May in the United States and in April in the United Kingdom, National Pet Month is an opportunity for us all to share even more love than usual for our animal companions! According to the CDC there are many benefits to owning a…
June marketing kits to spotlight your digital collection this summer
Technically speaking, the first day of summer isn’t until the second-half of June, but with the sun shining and warmer weather I’m officially in summer mode. For me, that mostly means loading up Libby with books. Luckily, our Resource Center has been refreshed with marketing…
Readers have borrowed more than 4 billion books through OverDrive
On April 30, 2024, Crafty Birds by Kristy Conlin became the four billionth title checked out through OverDrive and our award-winning apps, Libby and Sora. This achievement is a testament to the librarians and educators who champion digital reading every day (as well as that patron…
Tinley Park Public Library eliminates barriers to reading by partnering with local school district
At Tinley Park Public Library, young adult librarian Clarice Pelczarski is well aware of the importance of providing books to her entire community. “As a librarian, I always want readers of all ages to have access to any and all of the books that they…
Now available! Books+Publishing reviews for library & school digital catalogs
Libraries and schools around the world now have access to Books+Publishing reviews, which focuses on Australian and New Zealand published books. With 30 new reviews added each month, some reviews will be available as early as three months before the book’s publication date. Established in…