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Talking book program texas state library and archives commission 18002529605 or 5124635458 in austin hours. In order to receive our free services, you must fill out an application form and have it certified by a professional, such as a nurse, optometrist, teacher, librarian, doctor, or social worker. For people who cant read standard print, ctbl provides audio, braille and large print books keeping you connected to reading, stories and adventure. The talking book program is available to texans with visual impairments, physical, or reading disabilities that prevent them from using standard print. Talking book topics tbt lists the audio books and magazines recently added to the nls collection and available through a network of cooperating libraries. Listen to words read aloud read on a wide variety of devices such as computers, tablets, smartphones, mp3 players, and assistive technology devices. West florida public libraries talking books library 239 n spring.
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