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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.
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02/01/2026 – 02/28/2026
February Romance Sale
February is the perfect time to refresh your romance collection and OverDrive’s annual February Romance Sale delivers big savings on one of your highest-circulating genres. Explore deals across a wide range of popular romance interests and genres, from laugh-out-loud rom-coms and epic sci-fi love stories to heartfelt LGBTQIA+ romances and deeply emotional historical reads. Discounts on both ebooks and audiobooks make it easy to keep your digital shelves stocked with crowd-pleasers while staying mindful of your budget. Start browsing today and spread the love to your patrons all month long.
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02/01/2026 – 02/28/2026
Lunar New Year Sale
Welcome the Year of the Horse with fresh content and great savings! Our Lunar New Year Sale starts early so you can prepare collections ahead of the holiday. Choose from a wide range of Chinese-language and culturally themed titles, including fiction, nonfiction, children’s titles, and learning materials. It’s the perfect way to shop and curate supporting patrons who celebrate the holiday, speak the language, or are simply excited to learn. With discounts running through February 28, there’s no better time to stock up and create engaging, celebratory collections for your community.
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01/26/2026 – 02/20/2026
Discover Discounted Deals on Juvenile Favorites
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!
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02/01/2026 – 02/28/2026
New & On Sale from Chronicle
Now through the end of February, take advantage of 35% off select titles from Chronicle. 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, be sure to check out what's new and coming soon from Chronicle's catalog and add titles to your digital collections today!
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02/01/2026 – 02/28/2026
Build Brave Young Readers with A Kids Book About Titles
Big topics don't have to be scary. The A Kids Book About series from DK helps adults and kids sit down together and talk about what's really going on in their lives and the world around them. Discover titles that offer clear, age-appropriate storytelling on subjects that matter most to today's kids and their families – from ADHD, anxiety, online safety and AI to immigration, racism, and equality, and so much more. Right now, you can save 25% on the titles included in this powerful series, making it easier to build a robust, relevant kids' nonfiction collection. Browse the sale list today!
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02/01/2026 – 02/28/2026
Select Titles from North Star Editions On Sale
Take advantage of up to 50% savings on select ebooks from North Star Editions. From sports biographies to timely nonfiction titles for Black History Month, coming of age stories, and fun-filled comic and graphic books, this list offers a variety of great reads for kids and teens. Refresh your collections today and take advantage of deep discounts while doing so!
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02/01/2026 – 02/28/2026
New & On Sale from Kensington
Take advantage of 25% savings on popular titles from Kensington, on sale now through the end of the month. Find historical fiction, romance, suspense and thrillers, diverse reads, and so much more – all perfect additions to your digital collections as readers are looking for the next best pick for their book club or a title to use as an escape this winter season. Plus, be sure to check out what's new and now available from Kensington this month, including the latest from Donna Everhart, Heather Graham, Elle Wright, and many others.
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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.
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02/01/2026 – 02/28/2026
Nonfiction Olympic Reads for All Ages
The Winter Olympics are almost here, now's the time to refresh your sports and athletics collections with standout nonfiction for every age group. Dive into biographies of legendary athletes, dramatic accounts of record-breaking moments, surprising Olympic history, and true stories of perseverance on and off the ice. Whether your patrons want quick inspiration, deep dives into iconic events, or stories from the world's most memorable competitors, this list makes it easy to stock up and immerse yourself in the global spirit of the Games. Get started today and build a dynamic collection that gets readers ready for the Olympic action ahead.
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02/01/2026 – 02/28/2026
Fresh Reads, Bold Ideas – ECW Press Spring Releases Are Waiting
Check out these anticipated releases that are sure to move, available now for pre-order from ECW Press! Browse the title list and consider taking advantage of the budget-friendly lending model – OverDrive Max. With 100 checkouts, you'll find it easier than ever to build compelling, accessible collections, giving you the flexibility to keep new reads available for your patrons for an extended period of time.
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02/01/2026 – 02/28/2026
Trending Now: Must-Read Adult Ebooks from Kensington
Level up your adult collection with this versatile mix of top trending ebooks available from Kensington. From pulse-pounding thrillers by Charlie Donlea to the newest historical fiction from Ellen Marie Wiseman, romantasy fan-favorites like Melissa K. Roehrich's Legacy series, and engaging nonfiction, this selection covers essential genres your patrons love. With trends pointing toward cross-genre exploration, this lineup helps you offer something compelling for every type of adult reader. Add standout titles to your shelves today!
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02/01/2026 – 02/28/2026
No-Wait Read-Alongs & Audio for Young Readers
Early literacy starts with engaging content and Little Bee Books delivers! Discover 60 exclusive audiobooks and read-alongs featuring popular series like Alien Next Door and exciting nonfiction for curious minds. With OverDrive Max, your patrons can enjoy instant access – no holds, no delays. Perfect for group learning or family reading, these affordable titles make literacy accessible and fun. Explore the catalog today and give your library the tools to inspire the next generation of readers.
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02/01/2026 – 02/28/2026
Stories Readers Love from Lukeman Literary
Discover hit series from Lukeman Literary – curl up with cozy mysteries; Morgan Rice’s Kings and Sorcerers YA fantasy series which is packed with castles, dark forests, and fierce foes; and the Maya Gray series for readers who love fast‑paced mysteries and fearless female leads. Browse the collection and add ebooks and audiobooks to your digital shelves for patrons to enjoy all month long.
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02/01/2026 – 02/28/2026
Explore the Latest Voices in Christian Living
Start the year with fresh inspiration and powerful truths from today’s most trusted voices in Christian publishing. These brand-new releases are here to strengthen your faith and spark meaningful conversations. See what your digital collections might be missing!
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02/01/2026 – 02/28/2026
Big Landscapes, Big Emotions: Western Epics for Every Fan
Help fans of Lonesome Dove discover their next unforgettable Western saga with this curated list of read-alike fiction. These novels blend sweeping adventure with emotional depth – filled with ranching life, frontier landscapes, rugged journeys, and the lasting impact of the Old West. From sweeping multi-generational sagas to intimate character studies, these titles are ideal for readers looking for deeply rooted storytelling, dramatic landscapes, and a deeper dive into the myths and realities of the frontier experience. With lending options including Cost-Per-Circ and OverDrive Max, stocking your shelves with high-circulating historical fiction has never been easier. Add these compelling Western reads to your collection and meet demand for more frontier fiction.
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02/01/2026 – 06/30/2026
Over 1,500 Titles Now Available in Cost-Per-Circ
Discover a variety of ebooks from Simon & Schuster's catalog newly available in Cost-Per-Circ, priced between $1.99 and $2.99 per checkout. With the CPC lending model, you control your budget while giving patrons instant access to the stories they crave. Log in to Marketplace and start supporting more always available reading experiences to your patrons.
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02/01/2026 – 02/28/2026
Celebrate Excellence: 2026 ALA Youth Media Award Winners
The 2026 Youth Media Awards and Honors are here! Our staff librarians have pulled together the newly announced ALA winners and honorees into one collection to help you quickly update your digital shelves with the year's most celebrated titles. This is a great collection to curate and offer young readers, and the young at heart, award-winning titles that inspire curiosity, conversation, and connection.
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02/01/2026 – 02/28/2026
Build a 2026-Ready Travel Collection
Kick off the year by updating your library's travel offerings with titles designed for every type of journey. Packed with local recommendations, detailed itineraries, and traveller-tested insights, these books help readers discover new cities, cultures, and experiences. Keep your travel section fresh and relevant and make Libby the place where every adventure begins. Browse the collection and give your patrons the tools they need to plan their next trip.
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11/01/2025 – 03/31/2026
All Access Mystery: A World of Whodunits, Always Available
Calling all mystery fans: your next great read is always ready. We’re excited to spotlight All Access Mystery, a BRAND-NEW exclusive subscription offering over 450 titles, always available with no holds and no waiting. From cozy conundrums to pulse-pounding thrillers, this collection spans the full spectrum of mystery genres. Perfect for readers who love clever plots, quirky detectives, and unexpected twists.
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12/01/2025 – 03/31/2026
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.
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12/01/2025 – 03/31/2026
Adventure Awaits with Aethon Books
Exciting news! Aethon Books titles are now available to libraries through OverDrive – and we couldn't wait to share their titles. Dive into their incredible LitRPG collection, featuring fan favorites like He Who Fights With Monsters and Zogarth's The Primal Hunter series. These stories are all about the journey – packed with thrilling battles, clever builders, and daring explorers. Plus, with titles available in all lending models, including OverDrive Max, meeting patron demand has never been easier. Explore the collection today and stay tuned for even more releases from this publisher coming in 2026!
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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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01/01/2026 – 12/31/2026
Romance, Mystery, Sci-Fi & More – Indie Author Ebooks Available Now
Dreamscape Media is bringing over 800 bestselling indie titles to your library in ebook format for the very first time! From fan favorites from authors including Freida McFadden, Marie Force, and Rina Kent to rising stars across romance, mystery, sci-fi, horror, and more, this collection is paced with the stories your patrons crave. Available in One Copy/One User and OverDrive Max lending models, these ebooks help you reduce wait times and meet demand instantly. Browse by author or genre and refresh your digital shelves with the best indie ebooks.
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01/01/2026 – 02/28/2026
Start 2026 with Suspense
Readers can't get enough of Gone Before Goodbye, Harlan Coben's latest thriller crafted with Reese Witherspoon. This gripping story of a woman caught in a deadly conspiracy is flying off shelves – and the full-cast audiobook featuring Reese and other big names makes this title even more irresistible. But don't stop there – browse even more of Coben's bestselling titles, ensuring your shelves stay stocked with the stories patrons crave. Make your digital library the go-to destination for edge-of-your-seat suspense, add these titles today!
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01/01/2026 – 02/28/2026
The Winning Play for Romance Fans
Sports romance is having its moment – and your library can lead the charge! Podium Entertainment's latest collection delivers all the drama, passion, and adrenaline your patrons are craving at the moment – featuring love stories between two male characters set within the world of sports. Whether it's the thrill of the racetrack or the intensity of the hockey rink, these audiobooks are guaranteed to keep listeners hooked. Don't miss the chance to ride the wave of this trending genre. Stock up now and make your romance collection the MVP this winter!
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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!
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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.
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