If you have not already heard, Kindle and Overdrive have announced a library lending program for Kindle users. The program is scheduled to launch at the end of 2011.
Here is how the program will work:
New eBooks Titles
What is an eBook?
A digital, onscreen version of a published physical book. The format of the title is text-based, and some eBooks are interactive, with sound and hyperlinks.
How can I read an eBook?
The Kindle is not compatible with their library’s collection but there are other compatible devices , such as your PC or MAC, B&N Nook and Sony Reader.
What ‘s new?
Check out our new titles.
How do I get started?
Learn how to browse, download and check out materials watching a tutorial or head over to our website and look around for yourself.
Have a mobile device?
Read this quick guide
Fresh Practices for the Community Focused Library
Please join us for the workshop Fresh Practices for the Community Focused Library presented by national library consultants Joan Frye Williams and George Needham. This workshop is part of the 2010/2011 LSTA grant series aimed to help library staff and trustees obtain the skills to best work with the many diverse groups of people who are using their libraries daily.
You’ve worked hard, tried to maintain quality services, but nowadays everybody is talking about doing “more with less.” In this lively, interactive session, library consultants Joan Frye Williams and George Needham will offer an alternative: how to do “different with less.”
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