Hi Judy!
I'm sure that you have already checked out this option, being
the thorough person that you seem to be, but, just in case. . . My
local public library has many books on cassette and on CD on loan to
absolutely everyone. Also, some libraries have two other services that
might help you. Some have downloadable audio books available to
everyone. And, if you are limited in your ability to travel to your
public library, some libraries have programs in which they will send you
books (including audio books) by mail.
I doubt that any of this is news to you, but thought I'd mention it. In
case you hadn't thought of seeing if your local library offers either of
the last two options.
I still love your descriptions! I'll always think of them when I see
messages here from you.
Peace,
Mayrie
At 06:14 PM 12/13/2007, you wrote:
Jackie, I understand the point you were trying to make, but sighted
volunteers like myself can also be print disabled. Blindness isn't
the only disability that makes individuals print disabled. smile.
There are a great many people, like myself, who can't read printed
books for a variety of reasons other than blindness.
Sadly, individuals like myself only qualify for NLS and Bookshare and
can't get books any other way. Because we aren't blind, we're shut out
from the many services non-profits and other organizations have that
provide books in alternative formats (cassettes, CDs, etc) that are
provided free or at low cost for blind individuals.
Judy s.
cherryjam@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Jackie wrote:
If Bookshare staff is gonna
site copyright violation issues as a reason not to do this, then
sighted volunteers shouldn't be allowed at all since they're not print
disabled.
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