Why we support Talking Books

Video interviews

Julian Fellowes, Chairman of the RNIB Talking Books appealJulian Fellowes

Listen to our interview with Julian Fellowes, Oscar winning script writer, author and actor. Find out what 'class' he puts himself in! A long standing supporter of Talking Books, our Right to Read Campaign, and Chair of the Talking Books appeal.

Sarah Waters supports RNIB Talking BooksSarah Waters

Sarah Waters, award-winning British novelist, explains why she supports RNIB's Talking Book service. Watch her video clip or listen to her audio interview to find out more.

Ian Hislop supports RNIB's Talking Book serviceIan Hislop

Watch Ian Hislop's video on RNIB's Talking Book service. Hear the 'Have I Got News For You' captain appeal for your support, in his own distinct style!

Audio interviews

Listen to our celebrity author interviewsListen to our interviews with famous authors

Listen to our interviews with famous authors. Hear revealing insights into their novels and why they support RNIB Talking Books. Interviews with Sarah Waters, Tony Hawks, Emma Donoghue, Frederick Forsyth and Tom McCarthy.

Extract from a Talking Book

Listen to a Talking BookListen to a Talking Book

On 7 November 1935, RNIB sent out the first Talking Books to blind and partially sighted people including 'The Murder of Roger Ackroyd' by Agatha Christie. Here you can listen to the extract discover how Talking Books has changed over the last 75 years

Last updated: 2 March 2011

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Right now we can only reach one in three of the people who need our help most.

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Talking Book users tell their story and describe the difference RNIB has made to their lives.