Ulverscroft Ltd.

Thank you to everyone at the Ulverscroft Foundation for continuing to place your trust in Orbis's work! The Ulverscroft Foundation's recent grant underscores the importance of collaborative efforts in tackling global health challenges, particularly its underfunded areas, and will provide Orbis with the resources to reach more people in Bangladesh with the eye care they need to thrive. Ulverscroft Ltd. Robert Gent Joyce Sumner Geoff Woodruff Orbis UK Orbis International Kate Gannon

We’re excited to share that we've been awarded a generous grant from the Ulverscroft Foundation to further develop our Reading Friends programme for individuals who are blind and partially sighted. Building on the success of our 2023-2024 pilot, we’re looking forward to expanding our reach and impact over the next two years, with the aim of fostering even more social connections and reducing isolation through reading. A huge thank you to the Ulverscroft Foundation for making this possible and to our partners, including Share the Vision, for their continued support. Find out more: https://bit.ly/3MG55LD

“I've traveled the world twice over, Met the famous; saints and sinners, Poets and artists, kings and queens, Old stars and hopeful beginners, I've been where no-one's been before, Learned secrets from writers and cooks All with one library ticket To the wonderful world of books. Janice James” Always remember the above appearing at one time in every large print book published by Ulverscroft. Why would we ever fail to value free access to books regardless of format, and let’s recognise that the library system offers the most simplest form of sustainability with books being loaned repeatedly. We should never forget all that libraries offer and their impact on lives.

Huge congratulations to Jackie Burgess, what incredible and inspiring work in supporting blind and visually impaired people! And a congratulations to Beth Brown as well for her work for the LGBTQ+ community! What a wonderful piece of news during both Audiobook Appreciation Month and Pride Month!

We're hiring! If you think you'd be a good fit for what we're looking for, get in touch before May 22nd.

According to Statista, Audiobooks market revenue is expected to reach US$7.93bn in 2024. That's a huge chunk of the publishing industry, and I had the pleasure of learning more about it; thanks to a fantastic guest lecture by Alice Corning and Ceri Jones. Their session offered a fascinating glimpse into the world of audio publishing, with insights into: The workings of audiobook production: From casting voice actors to sound design, there's a lot that goes into making a captivating audiobook experience. The roles of Publishing Assistants and Rights Executives: I gained knowledge about the crucial work they do in securing licenses, managing budgets, and ensuring audiobooks reach the right audience. The selection process for audiobooks: It's not just about popular titles! Publishers consider factors like genre, narrator suitability, and overall market potential. The key connections in audio publishing: Understanding the relationships between publishers, narrators, studios, and distributors is essential for anyone interested in this growing field. The insights were truly eye-opening, and I'm excited to see how the world of audiobooks continues to evolve. The freebies were a cherry on top along with such an amazing session! #girlwhowrites #audiobooks #publishing #audiopublishing

If you have a passion for Customer Support, a good telephone manner, or experience in customer support, we're looking for you! We're looking to bring in a Customer Support Advisor to the Ulverscroft family, and it could be you! If you think you'd be a good fit, get in touch. Details below.

Congratulations to the organisations who are reaccredited for the Technology Excellence in Libraries Award for 2023/2024. ⭐️ Bibliographic Data Services Limited ⭐️ London Borough of Bexley ⭐️ Civica ⭐️ EBSCO Information Services ⭐️ Education Software Solutions ⭐️ GLL ⭐️ ULVERSCROFT GROUP LIMITED These organisations have demonstrated that they are adopting best practice and industry standards in their investment in beneficial technologies in the library sector. To find out more and apply for accreditation, apply here before Friday 1st December: https://lnkd.in/djXXwr_v #BIC #libraries #librarysector #publishing #bookindustry

Series Three of #SlowHorses is hitting tv screens today and if like us, you're planning on watching the first two episodes straight away and can't wait to find out what happens next then pick up Real Tigers, available in #largeprint now! >>> https://bit.ly/3N7aJqJ #thrillers #thrillerbooks #thrillernovels #sloughhouse

It's #WorkinPublishing week and a part of it, we're sharing this brilliant interview with our very own audio manager, Catherine Thompson! #publishing #publishingindustry #publishingjobs