22 Giu Wisconsin Speaking Book and Braille Library (WTBBL)
Applications available on Applications and Eligibility page.
Directions for iOS (Apple) and Android os apps for the BARD system available on nationwide Library provider site.
To find out more: NLS RTAG Charter 2020 [MS term (DOCX) / 4 pages]
Special Statement
Included in a national community cooperating with all the nationwide Library provider for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS), the Wisconsin speaking Book and Braille Library (WTBBL) provides sound books and brailled materials to people, located in Wisconsin, whom cannot see regular printing or handle printing materials. WTBBL patrons get and get back publications and equipment, postage-free through the U.S. Postal provider. WTBBL presently serves 6,800 authorized clients and over 544 organizations ( e.g. libraries, schools, nursing facilities, veterans facilities). There have been 1,136 brand new registrations in 2019.
In addition, the WTBBL circulates audio books and brailled materials about Wisconsin or by Wisconsin authors, along with audio-described DVDs.
The NLS speaking Book Program ended up being founded by an Act of Congress in 1931. WTBBL joined up with the NLS system in 1961. The existing players that are digital cartridges replaced the cassette players and tapes in '09. Specially-designed USB flash-drive cartridges hold more than one books or mags. The electronic players include many different user-friendly choices including bookmark navigation settings, optional electric batteries for portability, and a rest timer. Making use of the player’s amount, speed and tone settings, patrons enjoy easier listening. Direct downloading of digitized publications, mags and braille materials from the NLS Braille and Audio Reading install (BARD) web site is available.