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OverDrive
Coverage of OverDrive in the Nexus archive.
- Digital Library Use Surged in Pasadena; Council Now Weighs a $2 Million Response
Pasadena's digital library usage, including eBooks, audiobooks, and digital magazines, surged by 80%, reaching 33,229 titles. With the Central Library closed for retrofit, the Pasadena City Council will consider a $2 million sole-source contract with OverDrive, Inc. to sustain and expand the digital collection.
- The library rules (and so do library streaming services)
The article highlights the benefits of local library systems, such as Multnomah County Library, which offers free access to ebooks via OverDrive. It emphasizes the value of library cards for accessing digital content and other services without cost.