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
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09/21/2026 – 10/16/2026
Halloween & Horror Sale
It's that time of year... when the shadows grow longer and the stories get darker... Our Halloween & Horror Sale is packed with creepy classics, eerie new releases, and terrifying tales that'll keep your patrons up all night. With discounts so good it's scary, now's the perfect time to stock your digital shelves with ghost stories, mysteries and thrillers, true crime, and more. Save big on bone-chilling titles through October 16 – and make your library the ultimate destination for fright-night fun.
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10/01/2026 – 10/31/2026
Comics & Graphic Novels Sale
Whether patrons are longtime comics enthusiasts, dedicated manga readers, or new to the format, our dedicated October key sale offers something for everyone. Save up to 50% on a diverse collection of comics, graphic novels, and manga, including popular favorites, notable new releases, and hidden gems from leading publishers. Stock up through the end of the month and create more opportunities for discovery, engagement, and circulation through the Libby or Sora app.
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10/05/2026 – 11/07/2026
Craft & Cooking Sale
Creative pursuits continue to be popular with patrons seeking new skills, projects, and sources of inspiration. Through November 6, the Craft & Cooking Sale features a diverse selection of cookbooks, crafting resources, design titles, and hobby-focused reads, including new releases and content for younger audiences. Take advantage of discounted prices to expand your digital collection's ability to encourage exploration, creativity, and lifelong learning.
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09/01/2026 – 10/31/2026
High-Circulating Graphic Novels at Budget-Friendly Prices
Kids can't resist the fast, funny adventures of the InvestiGators and your library can take advantage of special $3.99 Cost-Per-Circ pricing on select titles for a limited time. These popular graphic novels deliver big laughs, bold visuals, and nonstop action, making them a top choice for elementary readers and reluctant readers alike. With Agents of S.U.I.T. titles included in the promo, it's the perfect chance to complete your series offerings and prep for the next release coming later this summer. Help young readers find their next favorite graphic novel while keeping costs in check. Shop the limited-time promotion and give our digital shelves an instant boost.
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10/01/2026 – 10/31/2026
Complex Topics Made Easy to Explore
Build a stronger nonfiction collection with 25% off DK's acclaimed Big Ideas series through the end of October. Known for transforming complex topics into engaging, accessible reads through eye-catching visuals and clear explanations, these titles help readers explore subjects ranging from history and politics to science, philosophy, and civil rights. Many titles are available in ebook and audiobook formats, with select titles also offered in Spanish, making it easier to reach a wider range of readers. Stock up while the savings last.
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10/01/2026 – 10/31/2026
October Deals on Juvenile Titles
Explore this curated collection of ebooks available from North Star Editions and discounted for the month of October. Whether your young patrons are eager to learn more about their favorite star athlete or searching for their next haunted history read, let this list of titles be your guide to updating your youth collection.
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10/01/2026 – 10/31/2026
Lew & Low Books Anniversary Sale
Celebrate over 30 years of Lee & Low Books with 25% savings on titles available from their catalog in One Copy/One User and OverDrive Max. From leveled books for beginning readers to picture books, early chapter books, middle grade, and YA titles, browse Lee & Low's title offerings and see what your digital shelves may be missing!
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10/01/2026 – 10/31/2026
Seasonal Savings & New Discoveries Await
Refresh your collection with a mix of timely season content and upcoming new releases from Chronicle. With over 100 titles available at 35% off through the end of October, this curated ebook sale features engaging reads that can appeal to families, hobbyists, food lovers, and lifelong learners alike. Don't stop with the sale titles! Explore Chronicle's forthcoming October releases to build a collection that combines proven value with the newest books readers will be looking for this fall.
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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.
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09/01/2026 – 09/30/2026
Deliver More for Less with Sourcebooks Callisto
Stretch your budget without sacrificing quality! The entire Sourcebooks Callisto catalog is now available through the cost‑effective OverDrive Max lending model. With the lowest price per checkout, this collection makes it easy to offer high‑demand content across history, cooking and crafting, life skills, wellness, and more. Empower your community with engaging, affordable, and accessible content – all while keeping your budget in check.
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08/01/2026 – 10/15/2026
Turn Long Waits Into Instant Access
Help patrons gain quicker access to the books they're eager to borrow. Now through October 15, select ebooks and audiobooks from Simon & Schuster are available in the OverDrive Max lending model, helping libraries reduce hold queues and meet demand for popular titles. From beloved kids' series and trending YA reads to bestselling adult fiction and nonfiction, this collection makes it easier to keep readers engaged while delivering a better borrowing experience. Don't miss this opportunity to bring high-demand content to your community before it expires.
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08/01/2026 – 07/31/2027
48-Circ Metered Access Now Available on Select Titles from Hachette
We are excited to launch a pilot with Hachette Book Group, giving libraries an additional way to build and sustain their collections. For a curated selection of favorites and 2024 releases, libraries can now choose a 48-circ metered access option at the same price as the existing 24-month model. Whether you're managing long-term reader demand or looking to maximize budget flexibility, this new purchase option puts more control in your hands. Available as a purchasing option for the next year, the collection includes bestselling romance, fantasy, mystery, contemporary fiction, and more with titles across adult, teen, and juvenile audiences.
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10/01/2026 – 10/31/2026
Read Freely, Discover Widely
Libraries connect readers with stories that broaden perspectives, spark conversations, and foster understanding. This collection features impactful fiction and nonfiction that explore identity, history, community, personal experiences, and the issues shaping our world today. Whether readers are seeking new viewpoints, relatable characters, or thought-provoking discussions, these titles help create opportunities for discovery and learning. Banned Books Week is October 4-10 – prepare your collection with stories that matter and celebrate every reader's right to explore ideas freely.
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10/01/2026 – 10/31/2026
Notable Release for Kids & Teens
October is shaping up to be a blockbust month for books. Build your cart, preorder your favorites, and be ready when young readers start asking for the season's hottest new releases.
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