I use the following when in my chair:
http://www.ebookwise.com/
I push the turn page buttons with my mouthstick and the touchscreen
works fine with it also.
I use this on my computer:
http://www.mobipocket.com/en/DownloadSoft/default.asp?Language=EN
Richard
At 02:12 PM 2/3/2007, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Naomi is right and has hit a sore point with me. Yea, I can move
both arms but my hands do not possess the dexterity needed to read
and flip pages in most books with any degree of comfort. I fumble
through books I have to read but I haven't read a book for fun in
years. The books on tape is ok if you like that. I do not. I can't
just flip to a page, it is a struggle and I think something should
be done. I have read where some books may be made available on cd. I
have not seen any books on cd unless someone is reading to me again.
I have a distinct feeling that most books being printed today are
being printed from cd's and electronic media. I just don't know who
to contact. I would so love to read a book for entertainment
purposes again. On my last trip to the library I looked for some
filthy paperback novels and couldn't even find one on tape.
I have this feeling that the solution to my problem is going to cost
me money.
john
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [email protected]
Sent: Fri, 2 Feb 2007 9:42 PM
Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] How Do You Read Books?
You might try a mouthstick to turn the pages on your book stand but
that has pitfalls also. A company also makes an automatic page
turner but I have not had experience with it. The library of
congress has a program of books on tapes but it is antiquated as
they are updating their technology and trying pilot programs. My
local library has started offering books that you can download on
the Web. Its catalog could be better but it gives me more
options. Check with your library. I recently completed Shadow
Divers my robertkurson and enjoyed it very much. It is a true story
is about a German U-boat laying off the coast of New Jersey. Have
you read anything good lately? Dan T.
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
I am having a dilemma. I was an avid book reader before I became a
quadriplegic due to Transverse Myelitis. Now I am in a dilemma as
to how do I manage to read a book. I have a book stand, but it is
virtually impossible for me to turn the pages. I have looked on the
Internet for page turners, but I haven't found any that are suitable
for my need. This is really driving me crazy, especially since
there are so many things I need to read. I would like to know how
anyone else manage to read a book. For novels, I get books on tape,
if they're available, but some things I need to read, do not come on
a tape. I would appreciate any suggestions.
Naomi
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