New York State Talking Book and Braille Library

Welcome to New York State's Talking Book and Braille Library (TBBL)!

The New York State Talking Book and Braille Library (TBBL) is a free service for New Yorkers (outside of New York City and Long Island) who are unable to use standard print materials. You may be eligible for TBBL if you are someone with a visual, physical, or reading disability.

You can search the TBBL online catalog for materials for all ages, tastes, and reading levels. Our collection includes:

  • Print braille books
  • Fiction and nonfiction audio and braille books
  • Digital talking books and digital talking book players
  • More than 70 magazine subscriptions

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Last Updated: February 12, 2025