Press Release - Texas State Library And Archives Commission



E-Read Texas Media KitDecember 2020About the Media KitThis kit contains materials for libraries participating in E-Read Texas to aid them in promoting the program to their community. The materials in this media kit are meant to be a starting point and do not have to be used exactly as they are. Please feel free to make edits and customizations to suit your library and patron needs. If you have any questions about using this kit, please contact Karen McElfresh, TSLAC Resource Sharing Projects Coordinator at kmcelfresh@tsl..Table of Contents TOC \o "1-3" \h \z \u Press Release PAGEREF _Toc58412791 \h 2Template Letters for Elected Officials PAGEREF _Toc58412792 \h 3Social Media Posts PAGEREF _Toc58412793 \h 5Bookmarks and Flyers PAGEREF _Toc58412794 \h 6E-Read Texas Logo PAGEREF _Toc58412795 \h 6Instructional Materials PAGEREF _Toc58412796 \h 6Press Release[Insert City], TX[Insert Date]Thousands of New E-books Available through [Insert Library Name] [Insert City] – [Library Name] recently joined the E-Read Texas program. E-Read Texas is an online program offered by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission that makes electronic books freely available through the SimplyE app, which is easily downloadable at no cost through an app store. The program was created in 2019 to support digital content for libraries serving communities with populations under 100,000. There are currently over 100 public libraries from all over the state participating in the program. With more than 6,000 e-books available through E-Read Texas, the collection includes popular fiction and non-fiction, as well as a collection of more than 600 books for children grades K through 8. The collection also features a library of Texas-related works published by the Texas Book Consortium. With more than 700 titles, the Texas Book Consortium collection focuses on Texas history, geography, nature, and many other topics. [Optional paragraph for libraries that include their own e-books in SimplyE]. In addition to the 6,000 e-books in the E-Read Texas collection, the SimplyE app also includes e-books from [list other e-book vendors, such as OverDrive, Axis360, etc., or e-books you get through regional library consortia]. For more information about how to get started with E-Read Texas and the SimplyE app, please contact the library at [insert library contact information]. ###Template Letters for Elected OfficialsConsider sending letters to:Local: city council members, mayor, city manager, county commissioners State: local representative and senator (Go to to find out who represents you.)General Address for Texas RepresentativesRepresentative First Name | Last NameP.O. Box 2910Austin, TX 78768 – 29010General Address for Texas SenatorsThe Honorable First Name | Last Name P.O. Box 12068 Capitol Station Austin, TX 78711Federal: US Member of Congress and both US Senators[DATE]Dear [Rep. X or Sen. X],I am so pleased to tell you about some wonderful free resources available to the people of [community name]. The [name of library], working in partnership with the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC), is providing access to more than 6,000 e-books, including fiction and popular non-fiction titles for adults, through E-Read Texas, a statewide program.In addition to the current array of materials on E-Read Texas, we are now able to offer two new collections: e-books geared for children Kindergarten through8th grade and a collection of Texas related materials. E-Read Texas for KidsThis collection of more than 600 educational titles curated by teachers for children (K-8), including the series TIME for Kids, consisting of juvenile nonfiction and includes content in both English and Spanish. Subject areas include science, mathematics, sports, history, art, and much more. Texas Books Published by the Texas Book Consortium, these books come from university and small presses, including Texas A&M University Press, TCU Press, Stephen F. Austin State University Press, Texas Review Press, and Texas State Historical Association Press. The collection contains more than 700 titles with a primary focus on Texas and Texas history, geography, nature, and more—including many Texas authors. These new resources can be accessed through our website, the SimplyE app (downloadable for free from app providers), or directly from a browser (). Of course, the [name of library] offers a tremendous amount of other online e-resources, including journals, reports, videos, maps, and much more, all through our website [list the URL]. We are working hard to provide our community with access to as educational materials that support education, jobs, and businesses. [You can add a paragraph here if you would like on your current activities, or programs.]Please know that the [name of library] is committed to serving our community through these difficult times and beyond. We are here to help.Sincerely,[Insert Signature]Social Media Posts[Insert Library Name] is pleased to announce that we recently joined E-Read Texas! E-Read Texas is a program from the Texas State Library that provides over 6,000 e-books to our library. If you are interested in using these e-books, follow these steps: Download the free app on your Apple or Android deviceSign in with your library card and PIN/passwordBrowse our collection of more than 6,000 e-books and audiobooksStart reading!For more information, please contact the library at [insert contact information]. Bookmarks and FlyersTSLAC has developed a half-page flyer and a bookmark that can be downloaded from – scroll down to the bottom of the page and you will find them under the heading “Promotional Materials”. These files can be printed as-is, or you can request a customized version with your library logo by emailing?Karen McElfresh, TSLAC Resource Sharing Projects Coordinator at kmcelfresh@tsl..E-Read Texas LogoThe E-Read Texas logo can be downloaded from – scroll down to the bottom of the page and you will find the file under the heading “Promotional Materials.”Instructional Materials To find instructional materials, such as help sheets on downloading and logging in to SimplyE, please visit . Note that SimplyE is updated frequently and the instructional materials on this site may become out of date. Efforts are being made to update these materials as soon as possible, but there may be delays. Please reference the creation date on the instructions to determine if they are still current. To see promotional and instruction materials created by other libraries that use SimplyE, visit . You can also add any materials you create for your library here; contact simplye@ for more information about posting to this site. A quick, 30-second video to introduce users to SimplyE is available at ................
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