In a landmark ruling, book publishers have secured a significant legal victory against the Internet Archive (IA), marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing war against copyright violators. As TorrentFreak reported, the decision, handed down by a New York federal court, underscores the critical importance of protecting intellectual property rights in the digital age. The … [Read more...] about Publishers score significant legal victory against Internet Archive in copyright battle
Digital Library News
Major shadow libraries Anna’s Archive and LibGen blocked following court order
In a significant development in the ongoing battle against online piracy, two major shadow libraries, Anna’s Archive and Library Genesis (LibGen), have been blocked following a court order issued by the Rotterdam District Court in Denmark, TorrentFreak reported. These shadow libraries, notorious for hosting vast collections of copyrighted material without authorization, have … [Read more...] about Major shadow libraries Anna’s Archive and LibGen blocked following court order
Library removes fees in exchange of cute cat photos
Libraries are renowned for their innovative community outreach programs. From painting workshops, to teen book clubs, to ESL classes and engaging public speakers, there is no end to what a library may offer. A unique and adorable program out of Massachusetts is garnering a large amount of feel-good press. March Meowness is happening now, and it's the purrfect combination of … [Read more...] about Library removes fees in exchange of cute cat photos
Urgent need for digital scholarly article preservation
In the ever-expanding digital landscape, a concerning reality emerges: millions of scholarly articles risk fading into obscurity due to inadequate efforts to preserve the same. A recent study, as Nature.com reported, examining over seven million digital publications, revealed a disconcerting trend – more than a quarter of these valuable works are not being adequately archived … [Read more...] about Urgent need for digital scholarly article preservation
Storytel will distribute 25,000 audiobooks to Overdrive
Overdrive is the most prominent digital distributor of audiobooks and ebooks to public libraries worldwide. They have just signed an agreement with Storytel, quickly becoming one of the best audiobook companies. They recently entered the North American market by purchasing audiobooks.com. This new agreement will offer access to an unparalleled and culturally diverse selection … [Read more...] about Storytel will distribute 25,000 audiobooks to Overdrive
CMS takes stand on Parents’ Bill of Rights, discontinues e-book platform for elementary students
In a recent development, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) has bid farewell to an e-book platform utilized by elementary students, citing concerns stemming from a newly enacted North Carolina law. As the website WCNC stated, the platform in question, EPIC, has been a cornerstone in providing access to a rich library of over 40,000 books, audiobooks, and educational videos. … [Read more...] about CMS takes stand on Parents’ Bill of Rights, discontinues e-book platform for elementary students
Lafayette Public Library expands digital collection, offering readers access to over 400,000 titles
In a bid to enhance the reading experience of its patrons, the Lafayette Public Library is set to revolutionize its digital lending platform. With the introduction of cloudLibrary by Bibliotheca, readers will soon have access to an extensive array of literary treasures, nearly doubling the current collection size, the website Kpel965 reported. This initiative is poised to … [Read more...] about Lafayette Public Library expands digital collection, offering readers access to over 400,000 titles
Overdrive Libby is great for digital magazines
Overdrive Libby is tremendous for digital magazines, audiobooks, and ebooks. Over 56 million magazines were borrowed from digital libraries. That was a 75% increase over 2022. There are 4,000 magazines currently available, and collection managers love them because there is no circulation cap and unlimited simultaneous use access so that patrons can enjoy every issue of every … [Read more...] about Overdrive Libby is great for digital magazines
Z-Library unveils new enhanced book recommendation system
Z-Library has rolled out an upgraded book recommendation system, promising users an enriched journey of exploration into the world of literature. As revealed on its Telegram channel, this innovative enhancement aims to introduce readers to a plethora of new and intriguing books tailored to their unique tastes and preferences. In the past, recommendations relied solely on … [Read more...] about Z-Library unveils new enhanced book recommendation system
Book Bans: PEN America v. Escambia County
As we recently reported, The Escambia County School District School Board currently has over 1,600 books off their book shelves and on a "challenged list" waiting review. While the books are going through the "review process", they are removed from classrooms and circulation. District spokesperson Cody Strother told the Pensacola News Journal that the books, “have not been … [Read more...] about Book Bans: PEN America v. Escambia County