The Kortext blog
Welcome to the Kortext blog, where you’ll discover insights, opinions and interviews from across the higher education sector.
Accessible ways to read and listen in Kortext study
Explore how text-to-speech, screen-reader compatibility and offline reading give learners more choice in how they access and engage with eBooks in the Kortext eReader.
Accessible ways to navigate eBooks in Kortext study
Discover the different tools and features that can help learners find their way around eBooks and return to important content.
Black History Month 2026 – an open access collection
Marking Black History Month, we’ve pulled five titles from our themed open access collection, including British and Scottish history, doctoral study, classical scholarship and photography.
A new academic year – an open access collection
To mark the start of the academic year, we’ve selected five open access titles covering study skills, digital learning, educational access and career development.
Sport – an open access collection
Discover five open access books exploring sport through history, sociology, philosophy and cultural studies.
How advisory groups help shape the future of Kortext
Discover how Kortext advisory groups help shape product development, inform future priorities and bring together diverse perspectives from across higher education.
Space – an open access collection
To mark Moon Day, we’ve curated five open-access titles exploring astronomy, astrophysics, space exploration and the ideas that shape our understanding of the universe.
Designing a frictionless student journey
In 2026, we’re educating digital natives. Extra steps or isolated platforms can become a significant barrier to learning for students who are used to immediate answers. In our latest blog, we suggest some key factors to consider when designing a seamless digital student journey.
Lessons learned from supporting libraries through eBook workflow transitions
Marie Moss, Library Sales Specialist at Kortext, shares what she’s learned from supporting libraries through eBook workflow transitions and the lessons library teams can take into their next one.