Kansas Talking Books

Kansas Talking Books provides free accessible reading materials to eligible Kansans who cannot use standard print.

About

Kansas Talking Books is the state’s regional library program for the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled.

The program provides accessible books, magazines, and playback equipment to eligible Kansans who cannot use standard printed materials because of blindness, low vision, a physical disability, or another qualifying print disability.

Materials may be mailed directly to patrons or downloaded electronically through BARD.

Services May Include

  • Digital talking books
  • Braille materials
  • Accessible magazines
  • Talking-book playback equipment
  • Books and magazines delivered by mail
  • BARD digital downloads
  • BARD Mobile
  • Digital Braille resources

Who They Serve

Eligible Kansas residents who cannot read or use standard printed materials because of a qualifying visual, physical, perceptual, or reading disability.

Contact Information

Address: 1 Kellogg Circle, Box 4055, Emporia, KS 66801

Telephone: 620-341-6280

Toll-Free: 800-362-0699

Email: [email protected]

Official Website: Visit Kansas Talking Books

News and Updates: Kansas Talking Books News and Updates

Why We Recommend This Resource

Kansas Talking Books gives eligible residents free access to accessible books and magazines regardless of where they live in Kansas.

BARD also allows patrons to download audio and digital Braille books directly to compatible smartphones, tablets, computers, talking-book players, and Braille devices.

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