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OverDrive alternatives
OverDrive: eBooks, audiobooks and videos for libraries. Site offers Digital Rights Management (DRM) and associated digital media solutions for distribution of premium digital content over global networks. The best OverDrive alternatives are: Audible, Kindle
Here are the latest news about OverDrive:
2022. Kobo e-readers will not be affected by the Overdrive-to-Libby switch
Kobo e-readers utilize Overdrive to link your library card in the settings menu and enable a new UI option for your local library branch. A few months ago, Overdrive announced it is retiring its old and cumbersome app and transitioning everyone to Libby, its latest generation app. Many Kobo users have expressed concern about this change. However, Kobo states that the transition from Overdrive to Libby will not impact Kobo e-readers, as Kobo employs an API to retrieve book listings, cover images and manage the download of books directly to your Kobo. Libby is not yet available for download from the Amazon Appstore. OverDrive has requested information and a timeline for approval from Amazon but has not yet received a response. In the meantime, Kindle Fire users can access ebooks, audiobooks and magazines through their browser at libbyapp.com.
2019. Overdrive comes to Germany
Overdrive, the largest company specializing in digital audiobooks and ebooks for public libraries, is now available in Germany. It has collaborated with Libreka, one of the leading distributors in the country. OverDrive’s alliance with Libreka provides numerous benefits for public libraries and publishers in the DACH region. Founded in 2006, Libreka has acquired extensive technical expertise in the ebook industry and the DACH area, which will allow them to offer high-quality service to OverDrive’s library clients. Libreka’s familiarity with publishers and profound understanding of German-language content will also be advantageous for customers.
2015. Rakuten buys ebook and audiobook platform OverDrive
Japanese e-commerce behemoth Rakuten entered the e-reader market in 2011 when it acquired hardware manufacturer Kobo for $315 million. Now, it has purchased ebook and audiobook marketplace OverDrive for $410 million. OverDrive, which offers over 2.5 million titles from more than 5,000 publishers, will enhance the selection and reading options for Kobo users. OverDrive’s extensive content library and connections with publishers, libraries, schools and retailers will enable Rakuten to broaden its mission of empowerment to new market segments. Notably, Rakuten stated that the acquisition of OverDrive — expected to be finalized next month — will bring its eBook business “close to breakeven” by the end of this year, thanks to OverDrive’s financials, which reported end-of-year (EBITDA) revenue of $25 million for 2014.
2014. OverDrive launches international Read an Ebook day
September 18 will mark the inaugural International Read an eBook Day, an annual celebration dedicated to promoting and increasing awareness for reading on digital devices. In recent years, the popularity of eBooks has surged, with 28 percent of adults aged 18 and older reading at least one eBook in 2013, according to Pew Research. Readers can access eBooks on any mobile device, computer, or tablet, at any time and from anywhere. Throughout September 18, OverDrive will commemorate the event by giving away tablets and devices every hour on www.readanebookday.com and through social media to readers who share their story of what eBooks mean to them. Readers worldwide are encouraged to participate in the largest digital reading event by selecting from millions of free eBooks from their local library or purchasing an eBook from an online retailer.
2022. Kobo e-readers will not be affected by the Overdrive-to-Libby switch
Kobo e-readers utilize Overdrive to link your library card in the settings menu and enable a new UI option for your local library branch. A few months ago, Overdrive announced it is retiring its old and cumbersome app and transitioning everyone to Libby, its latest generation app. Many Kobo users have expressed concern about this change. However, Kobo states that the transition from Overdrive to Libby will not impact Kobo e-readers, as Kobo employs an API to retrieve book listings, cover images and manage the download of books directly to your Kobo. Libby is not yet available for download from the Amazon Appstore. OverDrive has requested information and a timeline for approval from Amazon but has not yet received a response. In the meantime, Kindle Fire users can access ebooks, audiobooks and magazines through their browser at libbyapp.com.
2019. Overdrive comes to Germany
Overdrive, the largest company specializing in digital audiobooks and ebooks for public libraries, is now available in Germany. It has collaborated with Libreka, one of the leading distributors in the country. OverDrive’s alliance with Libreka provides numerous benefits for public libraries and publishers in the DACH region. Founded in 2006, Libreka has acquired extensive technical expertise in the ebook industry and the DACH area, which will allow them to offer high-quality service to OverDrive’s library clients. Libreka’s familiarity with publishers and profound understanding of German-language content will also be advantageous for customers.
2015. Rakuten buys ebook and audiobook platform OverDrive
Japanese e-commerce behemoth Rakuten entered the e-reader market in 2011 when it acquired hardware manufacturer Kobo for $315 million. Now, it has purchased ebook and audiobook marketplace OverDrive for $410 million. OverDrive, which offers over 2.5 million titles from more than 5,000 publishers, will enhance the selection and reading options for Kobo users. OverDrive’s extensive content library and connections with publishers, libraries, schools and retailers will enable Rakuten to broaden its mission of empowerment to new market segments. Notably, Rakuten stated that the acquisition of OverDrive — expected to be finalized next month — will bring its eBook business “close to breakeven” by the end of this year, thanks to OverDrive’s financials, which reported end-of-year (EBITDA) revenue of $25 million for 2014.
2014. OverDrive launches international Read an Ebook day
September 18 will mark the inaugural International Read an eBook Day, an annual celebration dedicated to promoting and increasing awareness for reading on digital devices. In recent years, the popularity of eBooks has surged, with 28 percent of adults aged 18 and older reading at least one eBook in 2013, according to Pew Research. Readers can access eBooks on any mobile device, computer, or tablet, at any time and from anywhere. Throughout September 18, OverDrive will commemorate the event by giving away tablets and devices every hour on www.readanebookday.com and through social media to readers who share their story of what eBooks mean to them. Readers worldwide are encouraged to participate in the largest digital reading event by selecting from millions of free eBooks from their local library or purchasing an eBook from an online retailer.
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