Large Print and Talking Books
Large Print
We have a good selection of items in large print including recently published fiction and interesting non-fiction titles.
Talking Books
Talking books are available on both cassette and compact disc and the majority of the recordings are complete and unabridged. We have a good selection of titles including popular fiction and classics, humour, poetry, plays, biographies, travel and religion.
Loan Charges for Talking Books
Up to 8 items may be borrowed at any one time. The charges are as follows :-
80p per item
45p concessions
There are no charges for any of the following : -
Senior citizens
Children and young people under 18
Visually impaired or print disabled
New! Playaways
Playaway - the first pre-loaded digital audiobook. Portable, lightweight, compact and easy to use - simply plug in the earphones and press play!
Circulating Collections
There are circulating collections of both large print books and talking books throughout Birmingham Libraries. This ensures that every 6 months there will be plenty of new titles for you to choose from.
Central Lending Library
Central Lending Library Video/DVD Collection
Non-fiction
Fiction
Healthy Living
Areas of Special Interest