Ep. 91: Why LibraryPass CEO Ian Singer Says Unlimited Digital Reading Is the Future of Education

In this episode, host JC Granger talks with Ian Singer, President and CEO of LibraryPass, is redefining how students and libraries access digital reading materials — without the waitlists, licenses, or pricing hurdles that have held the industry back.

LibraryPass offers a unique unlimited-use, simultaneous-access model that gives schools, libraries, and universities affordable access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and educational titles. Whether it’s summer reading programs, classroom engagement, or supporting ESL and remedial readers in community colleges, LibraryPass meets readers where they are — and gives educators full control over curation, privacy, and content preferences.

Ian shares how he took over a struggling company just before the pandemic and turned it into a fast-growing edtech platform on track to hit $4M in ARR. He breaks down how LibraryPass fits into the larger funding and policy shifts in education, why visual storytelling is so powerful for student engagement, and what it takes to scale a library tech business without compromising on access or ethics.

If you're interested in edtech, digital publishing, or how one company is reviving reading through comics and inclusive access, this episode is a must-listen.