K-12 Schools

Collection Development: Recommended Reading

Our Digital Content Librarians create recommended lists and catalogs with the best hand-picked titles to optimize your K-12 school library’s collection. Visit OverDrive Marketplace to see more & shop the latest sales and promotions!

Questions? Contact educationteam@overdrive.com

    • 01/01/2026 – 01/31/2026

      January Jumpstart Sale

      January is all about new beginnings and refreshing routines and your patrons are searching for resources for their 2026 jumpstart journey. Our January Jumpstart Sale creates opportunities for guidance and inspiration with thousands of titles discounted in key genres. Explore collections focused on healthy living, self-improvement and personal growth, financial planning, nutrition and new recipes, and more! Sale runs through the end of the month – support patrons as they build habits and discover new passions in 2026.

    • 01/12/2026 – 02/13/2026

      Black History Month Sale

      Make Black History Month unforgettable for your patrons. Take advantage of up to 50% savings on thousands of ebooks and audiobooks that highlight Black history, culture, and achievements. Our annual sale features titles for kids, teens, and adults from contemporary fiction to historical nonfiction and educational texts. With discounts available through February 13, you have plenty of time to add these important and moving works to your library's digital collection. Start shopping today and support and celebrate Black voices all year long.

    • 01/01/2026 – 01/31/2026

      New & On Sale from Chronicle

      Shop and save on select ebooks available from Chronicle, all 35% off now through the end of the month. Find entertaining and educational picture books, diverse reads for teens, and plenty of adult nonfiction offerings covering topics like crafting and hobbies, cooking and food, history, art, personal growth and self-improvement, and more. Plus, see what's new and coming soon from Chronicle's catalog this month and add titles to your digital collections today!

    • 01/01/2026 – 01/31/2026

      Hockey Superstars Series On Sale

      Just in time for the Winter Olympics, North Star Editions is offering their Hockey Superstar Series at a 50% discount! Stock up on these hockey player profiles and keep young readers engaged and learning more about their favorite athletes.

    • 01/01/2026 – 01/31/2026

      Boost Your Peanuts Collection with Discounted Titles

      Snoopy and the Peanuts gang are all here! Stock up on beloved favorites from Charles M. Schulz – all at a discount now through the end of January. With comics titles packed with fun, laughter, and adventures, these titles remain relevant for readers of all ages, generation after generation. Stock up today!

    • 01/26/2026 – 02/20/2026

      25% Off Select Middle Grade Titles

      Stock up on must-have middle grade titles, as well as hidden gems – on sale now through February 20! From classic literature to action and adventure, humorous stories to engaging nonfiction – with over 1,800 titles on sale, there's no reason your digital collection for young readers should be lacking. Discover what your collection is missing and stock up with fun and exciting reads for kids today!

    • 12/01/2025 – 01/31/2026

      Popular Titles, Zero Wait Times

      Give your patrons instant access to the titles they've been waiting for! Bloomsbury's most sought-after titles are available in OverDrive Max for a limited time, giving libraries maximum flexibility and readers instant gratification. This curated collection includes blockbuster series like Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses and Throne of Glass, literary gems from Niall Williams and Susanna Clarke, and YA fantasy rooted in fairytales and folklore. With ebooks and audiobooks included in this limited time offer, these titles will keep your community engaged and talking long after the last page. Explore the collection and upgrade your lending experience today.

    • 09/01/2025 – 12/31/2026

      Voices of Canada - A New Shopping Destination Now Available

      Introducing Voices of Canada, a new hub for you to discover, shop, and celebrate Canadian publishing! Featuring curated collections updated throughout the year, this is your destination to engage readers with content that is engaging, inclusive, and distinctly Canadian. Get started today with a refresh of your collection exploring new releases, emerging authors, J/YA reads, Indigenous voices and more! **Please note: This news alert is only visible to school and library partners in the Canadian market. If you are US library partner and would like to view some of the featured collections, please reach out to your Account Manager or Digital Content Librarian for assistance.

    • 01/01/2026 – 12/31/2026

      New Sports Packages from North Star Editions

      Give your sports fans something to cheer about! North Star Editions now offers two subscription packages designed to educate and engage young readers. The NBA Teams package lets basketball enthusiasts dive into the latest stories about their favorite teams, while the All-Time Greats package brings inspiring biographies of legendary athletes to life. Both subscriptions are now available in Marketplace under 'Shop Subscriptions' – boost your nonfiction offerings now!

    • 01/01/2026 – 01/31/2026

      Powerful Reads for Young Audiences

      Spark curiosity and empathy with Orca Books' newest award-winning titles. Recognized by the Cooperative Children's Book Center as some of the "Best Books for Kids and Teens," these stories are great for inspiring young minds. Help foster meaningful conversations amongst young readers – check out the collection today!

    • 01/01/2026 – 01/31/2026

      Faith Forward Audiobooks for Kids & Teens

      Discover 50 inspiring juvenile and YA audiobooks from ONE Audiobooks, featuring stories that entertain, empower, and deepen faith. These titles combine engaging storytelling with values that resonate, making them perfect for young hearts and minds.

    • 11/01/2025 – 08/01/2026

      Barefoot Books: Where Every Language Tells a Story

      Barefoot Books is opening doors to global storytelling with a stunning bilingual collection for young readers. With titles available in Vietnamese, Navajo, Chinese, Arabic, Bengali, and more, these books foster language development, cultural awareness, and joyful learning for kids and their families. Whether you're building out your world languages collection or looking for inclusive storytime picks, these titles are a must-have for any community. Available exclusively through OverDrive until August 2026, it's the perfect time to add these rich, diverse voices to your shelves.