BTBL Recording Studio

Dedicated to the principle that readers who have visual, physical, or reading disabilities deserve access to the widest range of materials, the Clive W. Lacy Recording Studio produces recreational and informational titles for patrons of all ages and interests.

With a special emphasis on books set in New England or written by local authors, the recordings are available to registered borrowers in Massachusetts and throughout the country. Learn more about the studio's history and its affiliation with the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped of the Library of Congress.

Volunteers narrating a book at the BTBL Recording Studio

Recent and Recommended Books

New materials are being produced every day at the studio.  Check here regularly to find out what catches your interest.

Custom Recording Services

From textbooks and journals to newsletters and reports, the studio produces custom recordings for organizations, institutions and individuals. Find out more about our reasonably priced services.

Behind the Voices

Learn more about our studio team. Get behind the scenes with our talented crew of narrators.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are the backbone of the studio, and they are not just behind the microphones. Learn more about the general and specialized skills required of our narrators as well as other ways you can help.