Bookshare
Read your way.
Overview
Bookshare is an online library that makes reading easier for people with reading barriers like dyslexia, blindness, and cerebral palsy. Members can access a huge collection of ebooks in audio, audio + highlighted text, braille, and other formats. Bookshare is free for qualified U.S. students and schools.
✨ Key Features
- Vast library of over a million ebooks
- Multiple accessible formats (audio, braille, large print)
- Customizable reading experience (voice, speed, colors)
- Read on a variety of devices (computers, tablets, smartphones, assistive technology devices)
- Free for qualified U.S. students
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Vast collection of educational and textbook titles
- Free for qualified U.S. students
- Multiple accessible formats beyond just audio
Unique Value: Provides equitable access to a massive library of books for people with print disabilities, at no cost to U.S. students.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Providing timely access to accessible educational materials for students with print disabilities.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Individuals without a qualifying print disability.
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a much larger collection of educational and textbook titles compared to commercial audiobook services, and provides a wider range of accessible formats.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (NA tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Free for qualified U.S. students and schools.
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