April 19, 2024

Librarians Face Patrons Unhappy With Penguin Policy Change; ALA Condemns Ebook Decision

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Penguin’s decision to no longer allow libraries to lend its new ebook titles has created consternation among librarians and stirred speculation about the “security concerns” Penguin cited.

Penguin Group USA to No Longer Allow Library Lending of New Ebook Titles

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Penguin Group USA has joined the ranks of Big Six publishers who will not offer ebook titles via OverDrive’s catalog.