Website: BookShare
Bookshare is an eBook library that makes reading easier. People with reading barriers like dyslexia, blindness, and physical disabilities can read in ways that work for them with a huge collection of titles in audio, audio + highlighted text, braille, and other formats. Bookshare is FREE for all qualified U.S. students and schools, and $79.99 per year for all other members. And with over one million titles, you will find virtually any book for school, career, or leisure in one convenient place.
Features
- Free app for computers and smartphones with easy navigation
- No limits. Read as many books as you want, no wait times or due dates
- Find books in over 40 languages, including Spanish, French, Hindi, and more
- Easy-to-read formats: Listen in audio, read in large font, braille, and more
- Trending titles: New releases, bestsellers, and popular titles
- Educational books: Learn with textbooks, educational materials, career resources, and more
Eligibility Requirements and Application Process
Bookshare membership is available to people who provide proof of their print disability, such as blindness or low vision, a learning disability or a physical disability. This certification may come from a doctor, rehabilitation counselor or other authorized professional.
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Contact Information
Phone: (650) 352-0198
Assistive Technology Resource Guide link: BookShare
Categories: Accessible books, Vision