RNIB National Library Service

RNIB National Library Service is the largest library in the UK for readers with sight loss.

We offer a wide choice of fiction and non-fiction books in audio, braille and giant print for adults and children.

Whether you want to read for pleasure or learning, relaxation or inspiration, if you join the RNIB National Library Service we can help you discover a new world of accessible books and reading.

Reader benefits

When you join the RNIB Library Service you'll have access to:
  • an online library catalogue
  • a wide range of high quality unabridged audio books from our Talking Book collection, professionally read and recorded
  • a range of braille books including titles suitable for adult braille learners
  • giant print books in 24 point type allowing you to make the most of any remaining sight you may have
  • braille music scores, giant print sheet music, and audio tutorial CDs if you wish to learn to play an instrument by ear
  • a free bi-annual magazine, Read On, packed with book reviews, author interviews and library news
  • New Books, our free bi-monthly listing of all new titles available from the library
  • support from our Reader Services Team
  • Children's library service - support for young readers, parents and teachers
  • a community of readers where you can share your love of books by taking part in reading activities, events and our discussion forum
  • if you are interested in doing research or finding out about the history of sight loss Heritage Services can help.

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News about reading

Keep up with library project news and latest news about books and all things reading.

Last updated: 9 May 2013

Make a donation

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

Please make a donation and help us support more blind and partially sighted people.

Library catalogue

The RNIB Library Catalogue gives you access to over 170,000 items available for loan and/or sale in audio, large and giant print, braille and Moon.

Ways to read


Not sure where to start? Visit the Reading Sight website to get a personal reading plan and advice tailored to you.

Read for RNIB DayRead for RNIB Day

Take part in Read for RNIB Day and hold a reading themed event to support our work.