Do you love borrowing eBooks from your library? Do you value the convenience and accessibility of eBooks, especially if you have trouble getting to the library? Are you a fan of eBooks by authors like J.D. Robb, Sandra Dallas, or Terry Goodkind? Many of you have contacted us with questions about the significant policy changes …
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As you may know, Macmillan Publishers implemented an “embargo” policy starting Nov. 1, which limits readers’ access to eBook titles and increases eBook costs. Because of the embargo policy, the Library District will no longer be purchasing digital copies of new books from Macmillan or its subsidiaries. This change will only affect new Macmillan titles …
Macmillan Publishers begins their eBook embargo policy on November 1, 2019. Here’s what you need to know about their new policies and other changes from large publishers, and how it will affect you. Recent decisions by large book publishers to limit library access to eBooks and eAudiobooks is of major concern to all of us …
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Poudre River Public Library District nonprofit resources librarian Sarah Scobey is the recipient of the 2019 Colorado Librarian of the Year award for her innovative work with the nonprofit community in Northern Colorado. The award is presented by the Colorado Association of Libraries (CAL) to honor exceptional achievement during the past year by a librarian …
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Introducing the “Food for Thought Community Recipes Collection” What would a food-focused literary festival be without a cookbook or two? As part of our work with the Fort Collins Book Fest: Food for Thought, the Library District is creating a local, “digital cookbook” that features favorite recipes from the community and stories around food. Help …
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