Applications available on Applications and Eligibility web web page.

Directions for iOS (Apple) and Android os apps for the BARD system available on nationwide Library provider site.

To learn more: NLS RTAG Charter 2020[MS Word (/ DOCX) 4 pages]

Special Statement

The Wisconsin Talking Book and Braille Library (WTBBL) provides audio books and brailled materials to persons, living in Wisconsin, who cannot see regular print or handle print materials as part of a national network cooperating with the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled ( NLS. WTBBL patrons get and get back publications and equipment, postage-free through the U.S. Postal Service. WTBBL presently serves 6,800 patrons that are registered over 544 organizations ( ag e.g. libraries, schools, assisted living facilities, veterans centers). 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 writers, in addition to 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 present players that are digital cartridges replaced the cassette players and tapes last year. Specially-designed USB flash-drive cartridges hold a number of publications or publications. The electronic players consist of many different user-friendly choices including bookmark navigation settings, optional electric batteries for portability, and a rest timer. (more…)