One of the best things about e-book libraries, or for that matter, any book library, is that you can have all the books you need without having to buy any of them. However, there are certain rules you need to abide by, the prime among which is the need to return the e-book within the stipulated time, which usually is 21 days. Many aren't comfortable with that as they'd like … [Read more...] about The Kindle Hack That Will Let You Keep a Library eBooks Longer
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Z-Library Introduces new Dark Theme and Other Convenient Features
Z-Library, considered the world's largest shadow library organization introduced several new features aimed at providing a better overall user experience. One of the features the library said on its Telegram page they have come up with, and which it said has long been requested by the user community is the Dark Theme. This is for those who love to read light-colored text … [Read more...] about Z-Library Introduces new Dark Theme and Other Convenient Features
Librarians’ Crusade for Easy and Affordable E-book Access
For libraries across the US, it has been an uphill battle against soaring e-book prices. The fight is to ensure e-books are easily accessible to members and at affordable rates. As Axios reported, publishers commonly impose stringent terms on libraries, mandating them to renew e-book licenses every two years or after a fixed number of loans, often as few as 26. These … [Read more...] about Librarians’ Crusade for Easy and Affordable E-book Access
Z Library rules out blocking access to users in China
The famous shadow library site Z Library has assured users in China it has no intention to curb access to its resources for those in mainland China, SCMP reported. Z Library made the announcement to this effect on its official Telegram channel. This comes in the wake of a few social media posts on WeChat and Bilibili in China that said it has started blocking access to its … [Read more...] about Z Library rules out blocking access to users in China
Seattle Library is decreasing the number of holds for ebooks
The public library is one of the ways that savvy users can get free audiobooks and ebooks. They can be read on your smartphone, tablet or e-readers. Kobo e-readers are especially good since they have Overdrive integration in all their devices, making browsing, borrowing, and reading possible. One downfall of libraries' digital shelves is that users can be put on a waitlist for … [Read more...] about Seattle Library is decreasing the number of holds for ebooks
Macmillan Audiobooks are now available on Cost-Per-Circ
Overdrive has just announced that they have signed a deal with Macmillan to participate in their Cost-Per-Circ program for libraries. This is a relatively new initiative, it is good for libraries since all of the Macmillian audiobooks can be added to the collection and only pay when a reader borrows it. These copies can exist alongside a One Copy/One User or Metered Access … [Read more...] about Macmillan Audiobooks are now available on Cost-Per-Circ
Concerns linger for libraries as states react to rising book bans with new legislation
As book bans sweep across the nation, state legislatures are taking action, but concerns over the potential impact on libraries are surfacing alongside these efforts. According to a recent report from the American Library Association (ALA), the number of banned books surged by nearly two-thirds in 2023, totaling over 4,200 titles, NBCNews reported. Alarming figures reveal … [Read more...] about Concerns linger for libraries as states react to rising book bans with new legislation
Scribd now rebranded as Everand
Scribd, the file-sharing platform that also hosts e-books and audiobooks is no more. To put it in the right perspective, the company is now renamed as Everand. Earlier, there used to be three separate entities - Everand, Scribd, and SlideShare that users had access to. Also, each was confined to their respective domains. For instance, user-uploaded documents used to be … [Read more...] about Scribd now rebranded as Everand
OverDrive Reveals Insights into Ebook and Audio Growth in K-12 Schools
According to a new report released today by OverDrive digital reading is surging in K12 schools nationwide. The State of K-12 Digital Reading is based on data from Sora and reveals some fascinating insights into the reading habits of students across different age groups. The Sora student reading app is available in more than 62,000 K-12 schools worldwide; Sora offers the … [Read more...] about OverDrive Reveals Insights into Ebook and Audio Growth in K-12 Schools
Fraudsters exploit Z-Library fundraising drive, New features introduced
In a concerning turn of events, the renowned shadow library platform, Z-Library, finds itself embroiled in a battle against fraudsters capitalizing on its latest fundraising campaign. The initiative, aimed at securing crucial funds that the library said it needs for project maintenance and development, has inadvertently become a target for scammers looking to deceive … [Read more...] about Fraudsters exploit Z-Library fundraising drive, New features introduced