Talking Books

Talking Book Services provides materials for individuals who are unable to read traditional printed titles -- this includes people who are legally blind, have low vision, dyslexia, or any physical condition that makes it difficult to handle books.   Click here for eligibility requirements. Talking books are now available from the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped called BARD (Braille and Audio Reading Download service), a downloadable digital service.  (Read more...)

Although BARD is very popular with Talking Books clients, not all books can be downloaded, so it is likely that Talking Books clients will also enjoy the NH Downloadable Book services.  The Walpole Town Library is ready to help patrons obtain these books or help resolve issues by working with the NH State Library.  Please call the Library (756-9806) for an appointment so we can be prepared to help when you arrive.

To use Talking Books you will need a special digital player (not the old big ones that are being phased out) with a special cartridge or flash drive that has already been authenticated by Talking Books.  Call the Talking Books staff at (603) 271-3429 to obtain a player or other help.

To download Talking Books: