What is Bookshare?

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Bookshare — Bringing Literacy to People With Print Disabilities

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What is it?

Bookshare is an ebook library that makes reading easier. Members can access a huge collection of ebooks and read their way with the most customizable ebooks  “for people with reading barriers. 
The library has  “748,878 titles and is the most extensive collection of accessible ebooks in the world. It includes books for school, career, and reading pleasure, as well as titles in over 34 languages. The collection is supported by a dedicated volunteer community and partnerships with over 820 US and international publishers.


Who Qualifies?

In order for you to become a Bookshare member, an expert must confirm that you have a print disability that severely inhibits or prevents you from reading traditional print materials. Anyone in the world with a qualifying print disability may join Bookshare. (Learning Disabilities, Low Vision/ Blindness, Physical Handicap)

Information Attained from the Official Bookshare Website

Picture Description: A group of individuals with disabilities.


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