When a Cartridge Won't Play
By Alicia Waters | February 10, 2012
Back in December it was announced that a Digital Talking Book Machine software revision is being added to digital book cartridges in December 2011. This works with books recorded at the National Library Services for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS). However, when a book is recorded at a network library, the software may not be on the digital book cartridge. Email tbplus@olis.ri.gov or call 574-9310 at Talking Books Plus to request a software cartridge to insert into the player to update the player. The cartridge should then play the book.
NLS books are coded RC and DB. Locally produced books have different codes such as DBM.
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January 2012 Bestseller List
By Alicia Waters | February 10, 2012
The January 2012 Bestseller List is online now.
The bestseller report compiled monthly by National Library Services for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS) combines information taken from the bestseller lists of the Los Angeles Times, the New York Times, and the Washington Post. Bestsellers are included in the report when they appear on one of the above bestseller lists for a month or more. Once a title appears in the report with an NLS number, it will not appear on future reports.
The acronyms used for newspapers and book clubs in the NLS bestseller report are:
Code Source
LAT Los Angeles Times
NYT New York Times
WP Washington Post
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Facebook for the Blind
By Alicia Waters | February 8, 2012
Ever wonder how to use Facebook. There are 2 sites that help those who don’t have a clue or have a screen reader and need some help. One site is on Facebook and the other, keystrokes for getting around on Facebook , was found by way of a talkng books librarian’s listserv. Be sure to check out the OLIS Facebook. Talking Books Plus is under the OLIS umbrella of Rhode Island statewide library services.
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Reading Across RI Events
By Alicia Waters | February 7, 2012
Now that Caleb’s Crossing by Geraldine Brooks is downloadable from BARD at Talking Books Plus, consider joining the following Upcoming Reading Across Rhode Island events associated with the book.
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Tax Forms in Braille and Text Format
By Alicia Waters | January 30, 2012
The accessible IRS tax forms are available in braille and text formats. Call the Rhode Island Office for more information.
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Reading Across RI Caleb's Crossing Downloadable
By Alicia Waters | January 30, 2012
Read Caleb’s Crossing and join the Reading Across Rhode Island events that are taking place in public libraries throughout the state.
The historical novel, Caleb’s Crossing by Geraldine Brooks is downloadable from BARD, a service for Talking Books Plus members. The recording is by Mitzi Friedlander. Reading time is 12 hours 44 minutes. Download Caleb’s Crossing, DB73473.
Book Annotation: Bethia Mayfield secretly befriends Caleb, a Martha’s Vineyard Wampanoag Indian. After smallpox kills Caleb’s family, Bethia’s minister father takes him in to be educated. Bethia follows Caleb and her brother Makepeace to Cambridge, Massachusetts, in 1660 as an indentured servant while the boys prepare to attend Harvard College. Bestseller. 2011.
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NFB Newsline Contact
By Alicia Waters | January 24, 2012
If you are interested in receiving the NFB- Newsline or have questions, contact Rob Pires from the RI Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired. His phone is 222-2300 extension 325.
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2012 Calendars
By Alicia Waters | January 13, 2012
2012 Calendars in braille, print/braille or large print are available from several organizations. The list provides cost as well.
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INSIGHT Early Intervention Services
By Alicia Waters | January 12, 2012
INSIGHT, a RI organization that serves the needs of Rhode Island’s blind and visually-impaired population, has established early intervention services and new programs for infants, kids and teens.
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December 2011 Bestseller List
By Alicia Waters | January 12, 2012
The December 2011 Bestseller List is online now.
The bestseller report compiled monthly by National Library Services for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS) combines information taken from the bestseller lists of the Los Angeles Times, the New York Times, and the Washington Post. Bestsellers are included in the report when they appear on one of the above bestseller lists for a month or more. Once a title appears in the report with an NLS number, it will not appear on future reports.
The acronyms used for newspapers and book clubs in the NLS bestseller report are:
Code Source
LAT Los Angeles Times
NYT New York Times
WP Washington Post
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