198K views · 3.8K reactions | The National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS), which is part of the Library of Congress, has the world’s largest collection of braille music scores, from J.S. Bach to Taylor Swift. Here’s how the scores are digitized, which grants NLS patrons more convenient access to the material! | The Library of Congress | Facebook

Recently, we caught up with Ivy from Talking Book Library for the Blind (TBLB) and got a brief tour of the resources available there, for people with documented visual or physical impairments (which make it difficult to hold a book or turn pages) and people with reading disabilities. The selection of available titles has improved dramatically and exciting things are on the horizon! Learn more in this brief video. TBLB serves Fresno, Kings, Madera, and Tulare counties. The application, as well as

Readers Advisor Margaret Smitherman is helping the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped beta test this simple time-saving device that provides almost instantaneous downloads from BARD. Once in use nationwide, it will help break down accessibility barriers and bring the talking book program to even more people. #TalkingBookTuesday | Mississippi Library Commission

264K views · 330 reactions | The JLS exists to enable national development through the creation and support of a knowledge-based society of culturally aware lifelong learners by providing universal access to information. This will be achieved by being customer-focused and technology-enhanced; in an aesthetically pleasing environment; and by a well-trained, competent, motivated and empowered team. | Jamaica Library Service | Facebook