Accessible Formats
We offer a wide range of reading and listening formats to suit your accessibility needs. This includes large-print books, eBooks, audiobooks on CD, and audiobooks you can download to your phone or tablet.
We also have movies, newspapers and learning resources in many languages. There are online tools to help with language learning and support for people with dyslexia.
If you need help choosing the best format for you, you can ask a librarian online or in your local branch.
Large print books
Our large print collection includes bestselling fiction, biographies, and popular non-fiction titles, all printed in easy-to-read font sizes. Our friendly staff can help you find what you're looking for.
Audiobooks and audiobooks on CD
We offer a range of audiobooks on CD. Prefer to listen on your phone or tablet? You can borrow audiobooks anytime using one of our free library apps.
Explore our audiobook collection.
Dyslexia-friendly books and Auslan Story Time
We offer a growing range of dyslexia-friendly reading options for children and adults. These include specially designed print books, eBooks with adjustable fonts such as OpenDyslexic, and audiobooks. Many of our eBook apps allow you to change font style, size and background colour to suit your needs. Younger readers can also enjoy StoryBox Library Read-Along stories, which highlight words as they are read aloud. StoryBox also has dedicated Auslan (Australian Sign Language) signed story time to support the deaf community.
Online accessible tools
These apps and websites include built-in accessibility features like text-to-speech, adjustable fonts and captions.
Movies
Watch accessible films and stories through Kanopy, with captions and subtitles available for most titles.
Newspapers and magazines
PressReader makes newspapers and magazines easier to access with options to change font size, adjust contrast and use text-to-speech to listen to articles.
Encyclopaedia Britannica Online
Britannica Online supports dyslexic and multilingual readers with flexible font options, text-to-speech, and translation tools. Open any topic and use the toolbar to listen to the text or translate it into another language.
Language and learning
Looking to build confidence in reading, writing or digital skills? Our Learn a Language page brings together tools like AMES, Mango Languages, and Pimsleur ESL audiobooks. Many resources include accessible features such as audio support and read-along functions to help learners at all levels.
