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Writing Through the Darkness: Creativity, Mental Health, and Vision Loss (Part 1)
In this emotionally powerful Part 1 episode of Blindsight, Bill Lundgren conducts an interview with Elyse Draper. She is an author, illustrator, and founder of the VI&B Creatives Workshop. Elyse shares her incredible journey from visual artist to writer. The onset of vision loss reshaped her life. It also transformed her family dynamics and identity.…
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Digitally Accessible ebooks
Most individuals have some ability to read the written word. However, this is not always the case, due to disease, dystrophies, dysfunctional neuropathways, and many other causes. Books and written communication need to be accessible for all. As creative individuals with VI and B backgrounds, there are resources available that can assist in the development…
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Let’s Talk About the Library of Congress, Part Three
How can an independent author, who has already published their book, get into the LOC? ~Submitting your already-published book to the Library of Congress (LOC) While the ideal scenario for a self-published author hoping to get their book into the Library of Congress is to apply for a Preassigned Control Number (PCN) before publication, it is still…
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Let’s Talk About the Library of Congress, Part Two
Independent authors can get their books into the Library of Congress (LOC) by applying for a Preassigned Control Number (PCN) through the PrePub Book Link, sending a printed copy once published, and understanding the selection process for inclusion. Quality production and professional reviews can further increase chances of acceptance.
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Let’s Talk About the Library of Congress, Part One
The Library of Congress (LOC) is the U.S. national library, housing over 164 million items, including books, recordings, and maps. It utilizes the Library of Congress Control Number (LCCN) for cataloging, which has been in use since 1898. The Cataloging in Publication (CIP) Program helps publishers by creating pre-publishing bibliographic records.
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Navigating Sight Loss, Embracing Life’s Rich Tapestry
Ann Chiappetta’s collection includes “Follow Your Dog” and “Words of Life,” exploring the complexities of living with vision loss. “Follow Your Dog” educates about blindness and guide dog training, while “Words of Life” presents poetry and essays on nature, relationships, and identity, emphasizing that vision loss doesn’t define one’s identity.
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Minutes from Aftersight
This content highlights various national and local services aimed at assisting individuals who are blind or have low vision. Resources include FindHelp.org for essential services, the National Library Service for accessible literature, and local organizations like Ensight and Beyond Sight that provide support, rehabilitation, and community engagement to enhance independence and quality of life.
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AudioVault.Net: On Providing Easy Access to Film and TV Audio Description Vaults
Audio description, also known as video description or descriptive narration. It is a narration track added to videos or live performances. It explains the visual elements for people who are blind or visually impaired. It describes actions, expressions, settings, costumes, and other visual details that are not conveyed through the audio track alone. This allows individuals with visual impairments…
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