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Here are excellent sources for audiobooks and described video content for blind and low vision communities in the USA and Canada. Each listing includes website, contact email, and social media links, plus a short summary about how the right connection can make life more entertaining and fulfilling.
National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS)
Free braille and talking book library service for eligible US residents with print disabilities. Materials are available for download or by mail, making stories accessible to all. http://www.loc.gov/nls/
Bookshare
A large library of accessible ebooks and audiobooks for people with qualifying disabilities, supporting entertainment and learning. https://www.bookshare.org
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library (with APH)
Provides free audio and braille books for young children, encouraging early reading and imagination. https://imaginationlibrary.com/usa/audio-braille
Audible (Amazon)
Subscription-based audiobook service with a vast selection, turning any moment into an adventure.
https://www.audible.com/
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Learning Ally
Specializes in audiobooks for students with print disabilities, blending learning and entertainment. https://www.learningally.org
LibriVox
Offers free public domain audiobooks read by volunteers, bringing classic stories to life. https://librivox.org
OverDrive/Libby
Lets you borrow audiobooks from your local library, using your library card for access to a wide range of titles. https://www.overdrive.com
Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) Library
Provides accessible reading for Canadians with print disabilities, ensuring everyone can enjoy stories and information. https://www.cnib.ca
Audio Braille and Literacy Enhancement (ABLE)
Delivers audio and braille books, making every book accessible in your preferred format. https://ablenow.org
Project Gutenberg Audio Books
Thousands of free public domain audiobooks, making literary classics easily accessible. https://www.gutenberg.org
Netflix Audio
Most Netflix originals and many other titles offer audio description, making movies and series accessible with detailed narration. https://help.netflix.com/en/node/25079
AudioVault.net
Allows users to find and download audio described tracks for thousands of movies and TV shows. https://audiovault.net
Descriptive Video Works
A leading provider of audio description for TV, movies, and more in North America, promoting inclusion through accessible storytelling. https://descriptivevideoworks.com
American Council of the Blind Audio Description Project (ADP)
Provides master lists of described movies, TV, streaming, and live TV schedules, ensuring you never miss accessible content. https://adp.acb.org
Described and Captioned Media Program (DCMP)
Offers free described and captioned educational media for students, making learning and entertainment accessible for all. https://www.dcmp.org
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