Libraries are investing more money in a proper digital collection and patrons are starting to take notice. In 2015 over 30 different libraries in Canada and the United States loaned out over 1 million e-book titles. It looks like this record is going to be absolutely smashed in 2016. Overdrive has reported that 50 library systems achieved over 500,000 digital checkouts in … [Read more...] about Libraries have loaned out a record number of e-books in 2016
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Knight Foundation Contest Awards $1.6M for 21st Century Library Design
With the advent of the information age, digital literacy, and the ease of access to ebooks and reduced pricing, industry watchers have been warning for several years that libraries are on their way out. Thankfully, while libraries as we once knew them may be evolving, they're far from dying. A new challenge issued by the Knight Foundation proves it. The organization opened … [Read more...] about Knight Foundation Contest Awards $1.6M for 21st Century Library Design
Here are all of the Different Rates Publishers Charge Libraries
There is a large segment of library patrons that borrow e-books from their local branch. Overdrive reported that in 2015 there were over ten libraries that loaned out over one million e-books and many others that eclipsed the two million mark. Many digital users have noticed something quite odd lately, they put a hold on a title, only to find out there are zero copies … [Read more...] about Here are all of the Different Rates Publishers Charge Libraries
These are the most checked out books in UK Libraries
A new report has been issued that takes a look at the most popular books that have been checked out of libraries in the United Kingdom from 2014 to 2015. Not only does it evaluate books, but also the most popular authors. James Patterson was the most popular author for the last nine years in a row. He tends to release a new book almost every single month, so it is not very … [Read more...] about These are the most checked out books in UK Libraries
Amazon Lockers are a Success for UK Libraries
Amazon installed lockers at three West Sussex libraries in the United Kingdom in 2012. The lockers allow the general public to have items shipped out from Amazon and pick them up at the library. People normally do this because they are at work and having things shipped out when they are not home is impractical. The libraries that have the lockers have just issued a report that … [Read more...] about Amazon Lockers are a Success for UK Libraries
Library fines are a thing of the past with e-books
One of the biggest advantages of libraries going digital is that fines on materials are a thing of the past. When a patron borrows an audiobook or e-book they normally expire after seven days. The content is unavailable on the users e-reader or tablet and is sent back to the pool so someone else can borrow it. This might not sound like a big deal, but it is. Lets face it, … [Read more...] about Library fines are a thing of the past with e-books
Hardly Anyone Knows their Library Loans out e-Books
The vast majority of libraries in the United States have an e-book collection. The American Library Association claims that 90% of all branches have one, whereas the Library Journal states this figure is closer to 95%. The larger libraries spend millions of dollars every year, developing their collections, but is this money well spent? Maybe not. Pew Research has said that less … [Read more...] about Hardly Anyone Knows their Library Loans out e-Books
How Much Money do Libraries Spend on e-Books?
A staggering 95% of all libraries in the United States have an e-book collection. Sometimes we take this granted and get irked that there is a long waiting list for a New York Times bestseller. Why can't libraries simply have enough titles to meet the demand? The answer, is that libraries are gouged on the price for digital content from the publishers. This might surprise a … [Read more...] about How Much Money do Libraries Spend on e-Books?
Major Publishers Might Revise eBook Pricing for Libraries
The Association of American Publishers has just released their annual data report and e-book sales are not doing that great. In the first three months of 2015 they have plummeted 7.5% from the same period last year. In all of 2014 e-books have more or less stabilize with only 3% growth from the year prior and this is forcing publishers to evaluate their policies on selling … [Read more...] about Major Publishers Might Revise eBook Pricing for Libraries
Why Do Libraries Pay More Money for e-books?
Libraries in Canada and the United States have been quite enamored with establishing digital collections. This includes audiobooks e-books, magazines, newspapers and video. 95% of all libraries in these two countries have an e-book collection and the costs are starting to add up. Predatory pricing by major publishers are pricing their e-books almost 500% more than the Kindle … [Read more...] about Why Do Libraries Pay More Money for e-books?
Libraries Opening to Self-Published Authors
There is no question that public libraries are in a difficult position. They're charged with providing valuable technology resources, learning opportunities, and of course, books to their communities while working within the most meager of budgets. As if those budgets weren't already spare enough, libraries are constantly under threat of further cuts, manpower and salary … [Read more...] about Libraries Opening to Self-Published Authors
Cengage Learning, EveryLibrary Partner on Awareness Campaign
It's no secret that libraries need all the help they can get, and a new campaign by two industry powerhouses stands to provide some much needed awareness and bipartisan protection for these valuable community resources. Gale, a division of one of the country's top educational content, technology, and services company Cengage Learning, has partnered with political action group … [Read more...] about Cengage Learning, EveryLibrary Partner on Awareness Campaign
PressReader Adds 30 New Publications to Its Unlimited Reading Lineup
With more than 60 million Americans owing at least one mobile device, it’s not hard to understand the allure of digital magazines and newspapers. But it’s not just consumers who’ve taken to digital subscriptions, libraries, schools, and other industries have also seen the commercial benefit to offering unlimited access to digital publications to their customers and … [Read more...] about PressReader Adds 30 New Publications to Its Unlimited Reading Lineup
Playaway Unveils a Pre-Loaded, Controlled Tablet for Kids’ Circulation
Users who are familiar with the technology behind Playaways, the preloaded mini-MP3 players that contain individual audiobooks, may remember that the company has a strong history of providing conveniently packaged "safe" content for multi-user consumption. Whether it's the stand-alone audiobook players or the US Navy-specific NERDs (Naval E-Reader Device) that came loaded for … [Read more...] about Playaway Unveils a Pre-Loaded, Controlled Tablet for Kids’ Circulation
Digital Is the Only Strategy to Save News Outlets
In an interesting juxtaposition in how ebooks were slow to "save" libraries, digital newspapers haven't been the "hit the ground running" salvation of newspapers, especially small town or locally owned news outlets. While it's true that print subscriptions are declining and digital is on the upswing, one keynote speech highlighted the data that says digital adoption isn't … [Read more...] about Digital Is the Only Strategy to Save News Outlets
Amazon and Overdrive Giving Up on Kindle e-books in Libraries?
Overdrive has been delaying the Kindle editions of e-books in the United States on titles from major publishing companies. No new Kindle edition has been available from Penguin since December of 2014 and since February 2015, not a single e-book from any major publisher has become available. Is this due to a falling out with Amazon or their current contract expiring? Or … [Read more...] about Amazon and Overdrive Giving Up on Kindle e-books in Libraries?