Category: Library
From Marketplace to Libby: 5 Essential Tools to Expand Reach & Save Time (September 2025)
Are you looking to personalize your library’s presence in Libby? Want to reach more users, increase title visibility, and highlight library staff expertise? Join OverDrive for a lively session with real-world examples of five essential Marketplace tools that expand your reach in Libby and save staff time.
In this session, we’ll explore:
- Campaigns to promote community reads and support library initiatives
- Custom notes for titles in Libby with Shelf Talkers
- “Smarter” shopping across lending models
- Tools to manage patron demand
- Lucky Day tips and tricks
Fall Picks from OverDrive Librarians (July 2025)
Join OverDrive’s staff librarians to hear about the best books landing on your digital shelves this fall. We’re sharing can’t-miss titles with highlights in humor, action, adventure, feel-good picks and more!
Genres may include titles for juvenile, young adult, and adult audiences. You’ll also hear some of our favorite film picks on Kanopy.
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Beyond the Basics: Unlocking the Magic of Libby (June 2025)
Discover how to get the most out of Libby in this interactive deep-dive session. We’ll explore everyday features that make Libby powerful yet simple—plus answer common questions and walk through real-life scenarios.
You’ll learn about searching, managing loans and holds, using Libby with multiple libraries, tags, syncing across devices, app settings, help, and more.
Perfect for anyone who supports others using Libby — or just wants to feel more familiar with its everyday magic.
Getting Started with Kanopy (May 2025)
Learn how easy it is to get your patrons started with Kanopy, the streaming video solution for your library.
Summer Picks from OverDrive Librarians (April 2025)
Join OverDrive’s staff librarians to hear about the best books landing on your digital shelves this summer. We’re sharing can’t-miss titles with highlights in romance, genre-blended titles, family reads and listens, and more! You’ll also hear some of our favorite film picks on Kanopy.
Bonus: Shop these titles in OverDrive Marketplace or view the list on OverDrive.com!
Marketing Made Easy: Top Tips to Engage Your Community (March 2025)
Ready to boost your library’s presence and raise awareness of your digital collection? Don’t miss this exciting 60-minute webinar, where OverDrive Marketing experts will share real-world strategies, actionable tips, and ready-to-implement resources to elevate your library’s brand and connect with more of your community.
Learn how to leverage the power of the Check Out Your Library movement, promote services like Libby and Kanopy, and discover creative ways to reach more users.
Get all our great tips in one place with this easy-to-follow self-paced module.
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Spring Picks from OverDrive Librarians (February 2025)
Join OverDrive’s staff librarians to hear about the best books landing on your digital shelves this spring. We’re sharing can’t-miss titles for adult audiences, plus highlights in Thriller, Mystery, Fantasy, Poetry, and Cookbooks. Plus, you’ll also hear some of our favorite film picks on Kanopy!
Bonus: View the entire list of titles covered in this webinar in OverDrive Marketplace!
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10 Tips to Maximize Your Digital Library (December 2024)
Are you looking to get more out of your OverDrive digital library? Did you know your OverDrive team can help?
Join us for a friendly and engaging session and discover how to:
- Showcase your library’s brand in Libby
- Customize your patrons’ Libby experience
- Support your users (and yourself!)
- Consolidate your digital content offerings
- Share real-time data with your library users and stakeholders
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Kanopy Town Hall for North American Public Libraries (November 2024)
Join the Kanopy team as we preview forthcoming cinematic titles, unlock exciting new product enhancements, and share compelling stories around our popular streaming models. There’s something for every public librarian. Here is what’s on deck:
- Get a first look at the new titles and suppliers coming to Kanopy.
- Hear inspiring, real-world marketing practices from library partners.
- Review recent and upcoming product updates.
- Gain access to Kanopy’s latest marketing toolkits.
All of that and so much more!
Kanopy Town Hall for Australia & New Zealand Public Libraries (November 2024)
Join the Kanopy team as we preview forthcoming cinematic titles, unlock exciting new product enhancements, and share compelling stories around our popular streaming models. There’s something for every public librarian. Here is what’s on deck:
- Get a first look at the new titles and suppliers coming to Kanopy.
- Hear inspiring, real-world marketing practices from library partners.
- Review recent and upcoming product updates.
- Gain access to Kanopy’s latest marketing toolkits.
All of that and so much more!
Promote Libby & Kanopy to Your Community (September 2024)
Join OverDrive experts for proven marketing ideas to increase engagement with your digital collections in Libby and Kanopy. This session will be packed with tips and free resources to use right away, including how to leverage print materials, social media, PR, email, and digital programming.