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!

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    • 07/01/2026 – 07/31/2026

      50% Savings on Select Macmillan Titles

      Stock up and save on select juvenile fiction and nonfiction titles from Macmillan. From entertaining and engaging picture books to titles exploring themes of healthy living, emotions and feelings, friendship, and learning about new experiences and different cultures, this selection of titles is perfect for building your digital collections for young readers.

    • 07/01/2026 – 07/31/2026

      Dive Into Chronicle's July Releases & Sale Picks

      Check out Chronicle's wide variety of ebooks, available at 35% off now through the end of July. This curated collection features discounts on summer reading essentials including engaging and entertaining picture books, diverse reads for teens, and a fantastic selection of nonfiction for adult readers. After reviewing the sale selections, explore Chronicle's upcoming July releases to stay ahead of patron demand. Adding both new and discounted titles offers a fresh, balanced mix for your reading community.

    • 07/01/2026 – 07/31/2026

      New Adventures Begin Here: First in Series Sale

      There's no better way to build lifelong readers than with the first book in a great series. This July, explore Abrams' First in Series Sale and discover a wide range of titles for kids and teens, with everything from humor and heartwarming stories to action-packed adventures and suspenseful reads. With 30% savings across One Copy/One User and OverDrive Max lending models, it's a smart opportunity to boost circulation and reader retention. Act now, these savings are only available through July 31.

    • 07/01/2026 – 07/31/2026

      North Star Editions: Select Titles On Sale

      Boost your juvenile collections with a variety of titles currently on sale from North Star Editions. From America 250 to Disability Pride Month, sports series, and so much more, explore the sale selection and take advantage of discounted prices on One Copy / One User and OverDrive Max lending models. These discounts won't last – sale ends July 31!

    • 07/01/2026 – 07/31/2026

      Must-Read Manga & Graphic Novels – On Sale Now

      Elevate your collection with dynamic graphic novels and manga from Abrams, all discounted 30% through the end of July. Whether your patrons are looking for visually rich memoirs, inclusive storytelling, or page-turning adventures, this collection delivers. With OverDrive Max also on sale, it's easier than ever to offer instant access and keep readers engaged. Browse now and take advantage of these limited-time savings.

    • 07/16/2026 – 08/15/2026

      Obon Festival Sale

      Join Japan in honoring the past and celebrating the present. Save up to 50% off on thousands of Japanese language titles during our Obon Festival Sale, running now through August 15. Browse the title list today!

    • 04/01/2026 – 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.

    • 05/01/2026 – 07/31/2026

      Boost Youth Circulation with OverDrive Max

      Prepare your digital shelves for summer reading success with Andrews McMeel's juvenile and YA ebooks, now available in OverDrive Max. This limited-time opportunity lets you boost access to top-circulating youth favorites while completing popular series readers can't get enough of, including the laugh-out-loud Big Nate series. Plus, discover action-packed adventures and delightful graphic novels too! Now's the time to give your community immediate access, ease hold lists, and keep reading momentum strong with youth collection offerings in OverDrive Max.

    • 07/01/2026 – 07/31/2026

      Unearth a Story: Adventure Awaits for Young Readers

      Help kids uncover the joy of reading with a collection inspired by the Collaborative Summer Library Program's 2026 theme. From fascinating histories to imaginative adventures, these titles offer something for every young explorer. Whether they're digging into the past or discovering something new, these stories are perfect for keeping young patrons engaged, curious, and reading all summer long. Boost your summer selections and inspire a season of discovery filled with entertaining reads.

    • 07/01/2026 – 07/31/2026

      Read, Learn, and Celebrate: Disability Pride Month

      Honor Disability Pride Month with a selection of titles that amplifies stories by and about individuals with disabilities. Across genres and age groups, this collection offers opportunities to learn, reflect, and engage with stories that champion accessibility, representation, and inclusion. Whether through fiction featuring neurodivergent characters or nonfiction that informs and inspires, these titles support deeper understanding and help create a more inclusive reading experience for all. Browse the title list and help ensure every reader can see themselves, and others, reflected in your library's offerings.

    • 07/01/2026 – 07/31/2026

      All Access Comics: Fresh Stories, Unlimited Reading

      Deliver nonstop entertainment with an ever-expanding comics collection your patrons will love. With a fresh wave of new titles added, this subscription offers something for every reader – from epic fantasy and superhero favorites to chilling suspense and slice-of-life stories. With unlimited access to thousands of comics and graphic novels for all ages, it's an easy way to boost engagement, expand readership, and keep your digital shelves buzzing with discovery.

    • 07/01/2026 – 07/31/2026

      Watch Out, Universe: Celebrate the Summer of Supergirl with OverDrive

      Look up and look out, it's the Summer of Supergirl! To celebrate the release of the latest film in the DC Universe, we have teamed up with our friends over at DC to turn up the heat on the hype. Explore the curated a collection of over 200 titles in the Supergirl universe, with reads for fans of all ages telling the tale of Supergirl and her cute-but-chaotic sidekick Krypto.

    • 07/01/2026 – 07/31/2026

      Family Friendly Audiobooks for Summer Travel

      Help families make the most of summer travel with audiobooks that bring everyone together. This thoughtfully curated collection features engaging, all-ages listening options – ideal for keeping kids entertained and adults hooked from departure to destination. Available across Cost-Per-Circ and OverDrive Max lending models, these titles support flexible access while driving discovery and circulation. Add them to your digital collection and keep stories rolling for your patrons, no matter where the road may take them.

    • 07/01/2026 – 07/31/2026

      Poolside Page Turners: Mystery, Suspense & Thrillers for Teens

      Turn up the tension this summer with a lineup of mystery and suspense titles teens won't want to put down. Featuring everything from hauntingly atmospheric reads to fast-paced thrillers, this collection delivers nonstop excitement. Whether readers are dipping their toes into spooky stories or diving into darker twists and turns, these picks help drive circulation and keep teens engaged all summer long.

    • 02/01/2026 – 06/30/2026

      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.

    • 12/01/2025 – 12/31/2026

      Gain Even More Access for Recently Released Honeysuckle + More

      Bar Fridman-Tell's debut novel Honeysuckle has quickly become a buzzworthy title within the library space and readers are jumping at the chance to get a hold of the ebook or audiobook. At its core, this title is a darkly enchanting fantasy about love and power, autonomy, and consent. For a limited time, library partners can take advantage of the title's availability in the OverDrive Max lending model, meaning even more access to the title at a flexible price. Add this entrancing, inventive, and unsettling debut to your digital collection. Plus, be sure to check out Bloomsbury's current selection of titles available in Cost-Per-Circ and OverDrive Max, allowing for plenty of opportunities to share popular and engaging titles with your patrons will keeping your budget in check.

    • 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.

    • 06/01/2026 – 07/31/2026

      Flexible Lending Made Easy – Discover Accessible Titles

      Flexible lending options offer libraries powerful ways to increase access while keeping wait times low. By offering titles by checkout through lending models like Cost-Per-Circ and OverDrive Max, libraries can support book clubs, community reading programs, and titles with fluctuating demand. This curated collection highlights titles newly available in these models, helping you quickly identify options that maximize access and value.

    • 06/01/2026 – 07/31/2026

      Born a Crime Now Available in Audio to Libraries

      Available to libraries as a digital audiobook for the first time, Born a Crime is Trevor Noah's award-winning memoir of coming of age and his unlikely path from apartheid South Africa to the desk of The Daily Show. Narrated by the author, this Earphones Award-winning audiobooks has been praised as "vivid, sometimes harrowing, and often laugh-out-loud funny." Celebrate Audiobook Appreciation Month by adding this standout listening experience to your collection and give your patrons a story they'll return to again and again.

    • 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!

    • 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.