readers borrowed through OverDrive was Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens. In 2019, the highest-circulating title across both formats Tennessee R.E.A.D.S. Reader interest and usage has grown every year, reflecting popular trends and interests both locally and across the country. libraries have been providing readers 24/7 access to eBooks and audiobooks for several years. Linebaugh Public Library, Blount County Public Library, Williamson County Public Library and other Tennessee R.E.A.D.S. “We are encouraged to see an increasing number of Tennesseans using this innovative and educational service,” said Tre Hargett, Tennessee Secretary of State “The popularity of this system is evident, and we will continue to do our part to promote and support programs that serve our citizens well.”

is one of 73 systems around the world that surpassed one million checkouts through Rakuten OverDrive, the leading digital reading platform and its award-winning app Libby (complete list here).

This accomplishment illustrates the continued growth and importance of lending of eBooks and audiobooks along with the creative ways libraries have served their communities with digital services. The DeKalb County Libraries had 1648 READS Downloads in December. The Tennessee Regional eBook and Audiobook Download System (R.E.A.D.S.) announced today that they achieved a record-breaking four million digital book checkouts in 2019, a milestone for Linebaugh Public Library, Blount County Public Library, Williamson County Public Library and other local libraries in the state.

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