Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives

Statewide Consortiums

​​Kentucky Libraries Unbound (KLU)

Kentucky Libraries Unbound (KLU) is a consortium of Kentucky public libraries that share electronic resources. KLU offers downloadable material through a company called Overdrive. Collections include eBooks, audiobooks and magazines for all age groups. More information can be found on their website.  ​

Kentucky Virtual Libra​​ry (KYVL)

The Kentucky Virtual Library (KYVL) is a consortium of nearly 300 Kentucky libraries and institutions, including colleges and universities, public libraries, K12 schools, hospitals, Department of Defense libraries, the Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives (KDLA), and more. It provides access to a number of specialty databases that cross disciplinary lines, user interests, and research needs. It also supports Inter-Library Loan services by providing courier service to participating libraries.  Further information on services, training, marketing, and other resources are available on the website.