Recorded Books

Recorded Books, LLC, the largest independent publisher of audiobooks, is part of Haights Cross Communications, producing and distributing unabridged audiobooks, specialty media products and databases for public and university libraries and schools. Over 10,000 exclusive published audiobook titles and thousands of titles from other publishers are available for adults, children, and young adults in English and Spanish languages narrated by professional, award-winning actors. Specialty media products include published language learning products, educational lectures, independent films, and nonfiction films on DVD – as well as distribute all DVDs, gaming and youth books.   Databases include – downloadable audiobooks and eBooks, language learning, legal forms, study preparation, CEU credited life long learning, online magazines, online music downloads  - all exclusively for library circulation.  For more information, visit recordedbooks.com.

Transparent Language for Libraries/Byki language learning. With over 80 languages online including over 15 ESL languages, plus 33 Essentials Courses to get learners started, Quick Start modules for patrons with limited learning time, Language Reference Module with Language and Culture Blogs,  a BYKI mobile option for iPhone and iTouch and Droid phones, there is no end to the language possibilities. Transparent Language for Librarys/Byki provides practical options for learning vocabulary, testing speech accuracy, helping with grammar and pronunciation with native speaking guides. Dynamic learning programming helps quickly relearn vocabulary and situational conversation. Access an account from any computer since there is nothing to download. www.byki web


—online video-based ACT/SAT PLAN/PSAT and GED test-preparation courses designed to be used remotely or inside the library  The built in virtual-tutor helps guide the student through sections where they need more learning and preparation for their test day. See ePrep details.

—offers patrons the ability to quickly and accurately create thousands of state-specific legal forms.  Using an ‘interview process’ the patron accesses the document they want enterting only vital information once in easy to follow templates.  LawDepot then creates the state specific formatted document for easy saving, downloading, customizing and printing for signature/notary.  Recorded Books has partnered with LawDepot to distribute the popular LawDepot legal form service to public libraries in the United States and Canada. With over 10 years of experience, LawDepot has drafted over one million contracts and has helped its clients save half a billion dollars in legal fees. See LawDepot details

—offers thousands of downloadable audio books available for patron use. Over 4000 titles are multi-access, meaning EVERY patron wanting the book may download it without any holds put on the book. All titles are iPod compatible, patrons may personalize the site for their preferences, libraries may tie marketing and other library programs into marketing sections, Over 400 books added to subscription each year as part of the subscription value.  Over distributed 10,000 additional audiobooks and thousands of eBooks (available late 2011) also available for additional purchase. Library specific circulation statistical reporting included.   See One Click Digital details
 

—Streaming music available to EVERY patron.  Rdio Basic service is an unparalleled subscription enabling EVERY patron access to the catalog of over 12,000,000 songs from every major label and independent label – the most songs anywhere available.  The patron creates a library account, selects their own music collections, playlists and then is able to stream five (5) hours each month of music to their computer.  Upgrade options are available equipping patrons with additional unlimited options for streaming to computers and mobile devices and tablets.  This gives you a way to really delight all patrons in a very cost effective and service friendly way.  Free trials are available, contact Sara at sgold@wils.wisc.edu. See rdio web and brochure for more details.

Features:
•  Video instruction – full motion signs and finger spelling
•   Precompiled Word Lists – Over 7,000 full motion signs
 

•   Phrase Builder – type any phrase and it is signed and/or finger-spelled in video
•   Flash Cards, Quizzes, and Printing with Word Lists
•  Individual Sign Printing – great for offline instruction and library programming
•   Social Community and Shared Word Lists – community and outreach that librarians love
•   Mobile app – outstanding resource with most of the features of the app represented
For more information, please see: ASL Signing Savvy


—an online educational service providing a diverse offering of intellectually stimulating courses for people interested in the lifelong pursuit of knowledge for either personal or professional reasons. Lifelong learning not only enhances social inclusion, active citizenship and personal development, but also competitiveness and employability. See Universal Class details

—Streaming cover-to-cover magazines in MULTI-USE editions.  Your library may subscribe to a small multi-access fee platform and pick from over 3600 magazines and specialty issues. Subscribe to a single issue or single subscription to a magazine (i.e. Vogue) and ALL patrons have access simultaneously online inside or outside the library.  Most magazines are interactive and all have advance article search and printing functions – as well as fully searchable queries to group needed themes and searches together for easier access.  It is really great and a way to offer more magazines and access to the most sought after and specialty magazines. And, Zinio will help grow the breadth of the periodical collection without the physical space taken by print collections.  All Zinio subscribed editions are available for all computers and mobile wi-fi enabled devices.  And, if a patron wishes to donate a subscription to the library they can and the library gets a credit voucher for additional subscription selections. Free trials are available, contact Sara at sgold@wils.wisc.edu.  See Zinio for Libraries details, also see Title List.

Please contact Sara Gold at sgold at wils.wisc.edu or 608-265-4167 for a price quote.