Braille and Talking Book Library (BTBL)

California State Library

Last updated 10/27/2026

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Description

BTBL is a branch of the California State Library which cooperates with the Library of Congress, National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS). BTBL has braille and audio book titles similar to what you would find at your public library. The library also offers magazines, movies, newspapers and more! Services are free to all eligible readers. Books (and the equipment needed to use the library’s audio books) are mailed postage-free to and from library patrons. There are no fines or fees for overdue or lost materials.

Phone: 9166540640


Related services

California History Room California Research Bureau Government Publications Section Path to U.S. Citizenship

Topics

Assistance and social programs, Education

Keywords

Braille