This page lists all magazines distributed by the Colorado Talking Book Library.
AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin
Magazine-6 issues/year; Bulletin-10 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Magazine with a focus on aging issues featuring the latest daily news information and articles on Health, Social Security, Medicare, Politics, Scam Alerts and more.
Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine
bimonthly
ebraille (BARD), press braille
A literary magazine specializing in crime and detective fiction, includes original short works, reviews of lengthier mystery works, and mystery-themed contests and puzzles.
American History
bimonthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Presents the history of America in an authoritative, informative, thought-provoking and entertaining style.
American Indian
quarterly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Featuring Native American art and culture, this magazine engages its readers with diverse articles about the histories of American Indian nations and the contemporary challenges facing Native peoples across the Western Hemisphere.
Analog Science Fiction and Fact
bimonthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Short stories, novelettes, and features with science fiction themes.
Animal Wellness Magazine
bimonthly
ebraille (BARD), press braille
Educational content to help your veautiful dog and cat live the most naturally long, healthy, and happy life possible.
Asimov's Science Fiction
bimonthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Short stories, novelettes, and features with science fiction themes.
The Atlantic Monthly
10 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Articles on politics and current issues; fiction by contemporary American writers.
Audubon
5 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Appreciation, understanding, and preservation of the natural world, particularly birds and their habitats.
Baseball Digest
bimonthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Baseball Digest keeps subscribers up-to-date with current action while infusing the rich history of the game in each issue.
Better Homes and Gardens
monthly
ebraille (BARD), press braille
A resource for home ideas, food and recipes for everyday and special occasions, and garden know-how.
Best Friends
6 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
The official publicaton of Best Friends Animal Society, a national nonprofit membership organization dedicated to saving the lives of homeless pets, containing stories and tales of rescue.
Bon Appetit
10 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Articles on cooking, entertainment, and travel; recipes from favorite and well-known restaurants.
Bookmarks
bimonthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Summaries of hundreds of opinions from every major newspaper and magazine for a comprehensive look at 50 new fiction, nonfiction, and children's books, all designed to give the reader the information needed to make the best reading choices.
Braille Book Review
bimonthly
digital BBR on NLS website, ebraille (BARD), press braille
Announcements of braille books recently added to the collection of the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS) as well as news and developments in library services for people who are blind. Braille edition includes one-line annotations of books listed in Talking Book Topics and a braille order form. Some issues contain selections from NLS News.
Braille Chess Magazine
quarterly
press braille
Articles on chess; news of current trends and competitions. (UK)
Braille Music Magazine
monthly
press braille
Articles about classical music for professional and amateur musicians; reviews of new braille music publications. (UK)
Choice Magazine Listening
quarterly
digital download (BARD)
To subscribe for the digital audio (cartridge), please contact Choice directly at 1-888-724-6423 or http://www.choicemagazinelistening.org/content/subscribe
Anthology of unabridges articles, fiction and poetry from over 100 magazines.
The Colorado Magazine
quarterly
digital audio (cartridge)
Features articles, photo essays, book reviews and more from writers with a passion for the past and the Centennial State..
Colorado Outdoors
bimonthly
digital audio (cartridge)
Colorado Outdoors is the official magazine of the Colorado Division of Wildlife. It gives the information you want about Colorado and its hunting, fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Consumer Reports
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
In-depth articles that rate consumer products tested for quality, durability, and safety. Also contains general-interest articles on topics such as health and money management.
Consumer Reports: On Health
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Expert reviews and ratings for health, fitness, and food products from Consumer Reports, and read the latest on drugs, hospital safety, and more.
Contemporary Sound Track: A Review of Pop, Jazz, Rock, and Country
bimonthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
A sampler of articles from national music magazines.
Conundrum
monthly
press braille
Crossword and logic puzzles, anagrams, word searches and general knowledge quizzes. (UK)
Cook's Illustrated
bimonthly
ebraille (BARD), press braille
From America’s Test Kitchen. Includes recipes and tips on cooking.
Cooking Light
quarterly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Find quick and healthy recipes, nutrition tips, entertaining menus, and fitness guides to help you make smart choices for a healthy lifestyle.
Cricket: The Realm of Imagination
9 issues/year
ebraille (BARD), press braille
Stories, poems, and articles by internationally known authors, plus songs, jokes, and crafts. For ages 9-14. Audio version included with National Geographic Kids.
Crossword Extravaganza
triannually
ebraille (BARD), press braille
A wealth of fun, challenging croswords with dozens of themed selections from The Crossword Club and Dell Crosswords, includes 10 variety crossords such as Cryptics, About-Face, Stenographic, Punanagrams, and more.
Discover: The World of Science
10 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Science news and articles exploring current events and future views on topics such as technology, space, the environment, health, and medicine.
The Economist
51 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Insight and opinion on international news, politics, business, finance, science and technology, and the arts. (UK)
Ellery Queen's Mystery Magazine
bimonthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Mystery stories by established writers in the field and by new, previously unpublished writers.
Essence
bimonthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Lifestyle magazine covering fashion, beauty, entertainment, and culture, written for African American women.
FIYAH Literary Magazine
quarterly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Speculative fiction magazine that features stories by and about Black people of the African Diaspora.
Foreign Affairs
bimonthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Analysis of issues by statesmen, diplomats, and scholars, and trends in international politics, law, and economics.
Golf Digest
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
The worldwide authority on how to play, what to play, and where to play golf.
Good Housekeeping
monthly (plus special issues)
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Articles on family and home management with features on food and decorating.
Guideposts
bimonthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD), ebraille (BARD), press braille
A magazine that will move and inspire with personal, heartwarming stories and faith-affirming articles that show anything is possible with hope, faith and prayer.
Harper's Bazaar
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Fashion magazine with features on cosmetics, lifestyle, events, celebrities, travel, and relationships.
Harper's Magazine
monthly
ebraille (BARD), press braille
General culture magazine with articles by well-known writers on politics, international affairs, education, and science; includes short stories, satire, and poetry.
Harvard Men's Health Watch
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Timely information in the new age of men’s health and medicine.
Harvard Women's Health Watch
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Timely information in the new age of women’s health and medicine.
Health and Nutrition Newsletters
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Selections on medical conditions of special interest to older adults, nutritional information, and ways to maintain good health. Publication includes Scientific American Health after 50, Mayo Clinic Health Letter, and Nutrition Action Healthletter.
Health Newsletters
monthly
ebraille (BARD), press braille
Current health concerns, medical information, nutrition, and stress management from Harvard Health Letter 12 times/year; University of California Berkeley Wellness Letter 15 times/year, and the Mayo Clinic Health Letter 12 times/year.
Horticulture: The Art and Science of Smart Gardening
bimonthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Gardening trends, products, and projects for amateur gardeners.
Humpty Dumpty
bimonthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Stories, poems, cartoons, puzzles, games, recipes, and crafts for kids ages 3-5 who are learning to read independently.
International Living Magazine
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Provides a scope and depth of information about global travel, living, retiring, investing, and real estate.
Jack and Jill
bimonthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Exciting stories, educational articles, and creative activities published for children. For ages six through twelve..
Kiplinger's Personal Finance
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD), ebraille (BARD), press braille
General-interest articles on managing finances, including taxes, investments options, real estate, insurance, and retirement planning.
Kiplinger's Retirement Report
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
General-interest articles on practical strategies to grow retirement savings, make money last during retirement, maximize Social Security and Medicare benefits, and other retirement-related topics.
Laine
quarterly
ebraille (BARD), press braille
Patterns from leading knitwear designers; indsightful, long-format stories from the world of wool; interviews; seasonal recipes; and strong, visual storytelling.
Make
quarterly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Part of the maker movement, publishes projects, skill-building tutorials, in-depth reviews and inspirational stories, accessible by all ages and skill ranges.
Magnolia Journal
4 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
The quarterly magazine by Chip and Joanna Gaines with inspiration for life and home, containing stories, recipes, tips and useful information.
Missouri Conservationist
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Outdoor life and conservation management in Missouri.
Mother Jones
6 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
A nonprofit American progressive magazine focusing on news, commentary, and investigative journalism on topics including politics, environment, human rights, health and culture.
Muse
9 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD), ebraille (BARD), press braille
Science, art, archaeology, and history activities for ages 9-14; includes contests and book and media reviews.
The Musical Mainstream
quarterly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD), ebraille (BARD), press braille, large print
Selected articles from national magazines about classical music, music criticism, and music teaching; announces new NLS music acquisitions.
The Nation
35 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Articles on foreign affairs, local and national politics, education, and law. Reviews films, theater, books, and the arts.
National Geographic
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD), ebraille (BARD), press braille
Articles on world geography and cultures, plant and animal life, space exploration, and ancient history.
National Geographic Kids
10 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD), ebraille (BARD), press braille
Articles for children about people, places, customs, animals, and plants. The audio version includes Cricket.
National Review
24 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Articles on business, politics, economics, education, and other subjects from a conservative viewpoint.
The New York Times Book Review
52 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD), ebraille (BARD), press braille
Literary articles and book reviews from the Sunday New York Times.
The New York Times Large Print Weekly
52 issues/year
ebraille (BARD), press braille
Highlights from the New York Times.
The New Yorker
52 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Timely articles on a number of topics. Includes short fiction, poetry, and cartoons.
NLS News
quarterly
digital audio (cartridge with Talking Book Topics), digital download (BARD), ebraille (BARD), large print, press braille
NLS newsletter. Selections from News are included in the cartridge or BARD download edition of Talking Book Topics.
Oklahoma Today
bimonthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Oklahoma people, places, food, art, and culture.
Overseas Outlook
biannual (January-June and July-December)
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Produced by NLS, Overseas Outlooks, is a newsletter for patrons living outside the United States. Its contents also may be useful for all NLS patrons.
PC World
monthly
ebraille (BARD), press braille
Information for computer users about hardware, software, advanced technology, and trends in the field; columns on product reviews and helpful hints.
People
52 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Celebrity news and interviews.
Piano Technicians Journal
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD), ebraille (BARD), press braille
Information on the piano industry’s latest innovations, products, and technologies. Official publication of the Piano Technicians Guild.
Poetry
11 issues/year
ebraille (BARD), press braille
Contemporary poetry selected from a wide range of contributors and styles.
Popular Mechanics
10 issues/year
ebraille (BARD), press braille
Practical advice for the amateur mechanic; information on automotive and home repairs; features new equipment.
Popular Music Lead Sheets
quarterly
NLS website, press braille
Melodies, lyrics, and chords to popular songs ranging from golden oldies to recent hits.
Prevention Magazine
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
A live-better handbook and guide to feeling your best, head to toe, inside and out through trustworthy expert advice, fresh ideas, and helath secrets.
Psychology Today
bimonthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
A live-better handbook and guide to feeling your best, head to toe, inside and out through trustworthy expert advice, fresh ideas, and health secrets.
QST: Devoted Entirely to Amateur Radio
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Contains project-building ideas and news on all aspects of ham radio. Official publication of the American Radio Relay League.
Quarterly Music Magazine
quarterly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
NLS program designed to provide a limited substitute for newsstand browsing. Readers are sent a different music magazine each quarter. Covers a variety of aspects and types of music, such as opera, jazz, and country, and instruments such as guitar and keyboard.
Reader's Digest
10 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD), ebraille (BARD), press braille
Short stories, political commentary, and other general interest topics; some articles are condensed from print magazines. Contains anecdotes, humor, and a condensed book.
Rolling Stone
12 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD), ebraille (BARD), press braille
American popular culture in the arts and entertainment industry; record, video, audiovisual, and computer hardware reviews.
Science News
24 issues/year
ebraille (BARD), press braille
Excerpts of reports on current programs in science, medicine, and technology.
Scientific American
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Covers the most important and exciting research, ideas and knowledge in science, health, technology, the environment and society.
Scout Life
monthly
ebraille (BARD), press braille
Articles on the outdoors, sports, and hobbies, plus adventure fiction and humor, for ages nine through sixteen. Published by the Boy Scouts of America.
Selecciones del Reader’s Digest
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Spanish-language version of Reader’s Digest
Short Stories
monthly
press braille
Stories from contemporary writers. (British)
Smithsonian
11 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Articles on the topics and subject matters researched, studied, and exhibited by the Smithsonian museums.
Sound & Vision
bimonthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Reports on new sound equipment and album reviews, with emphasis on popular music.
Southern Living
13 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Recipes, guides to local travel, decorating ideas, inspiration, and gardening tips tailored specifically to the region’s climate.
Spider: The Magazine for Children
9 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD), ebraille (BARD), press braille
Stories, poems, jokes, and crafts for beginning readers ages 6-9.
Sports Illustrated
11 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
International sports news and articles with emphasis on American spectator sports; features on sports personalities, sports events, and outdoor activities.
Sports Illustrated Kids
11 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD), ebraille (BARD), press braille
Sports news and articles for ages 8-14. Features articles on sports personalities, events, and youth who are excelling in sports.
Sports Schedules
annually
ebraille (BARD), press braille
Listings of games for six national sports leagues: American Baseball League (ABL), National Baseball League (NBL), National Basketball Association (NBA), National Football League (NFL), National Hockey League (NHL), and Women’s National Basketball Association (WBA). Includes combined schedule by date for the American and National Baseball Leagues (MLB)
Stone Soup: The Magazine by Young Writers and Artists
11 issues/year
ebraille (BARD), press braille
Stories, poems, illustrations, and book reviews created by children through age 13. Features an activities section with suggested related projects.
The Sun Magazine
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Radically intimate and socially conscious writing being published today, celebrating life and its complexity, with personal essays, short stories, interviews, poetry, and photographs.
Talking Book Topics
bimonthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD), digital Talking Book Topics on NLS website
Announcements of recorded books recently added to the Library of Congress collection and news and developments in library services for people who are visually impaired or have a physical disability. Audio edition often includes the text of NLS News. One-line annotations of books listed in Talking Book Topics are included in the braille edition of Braille Book Review.
Travel and Leisure
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Articles on vacation sites and tour destinations, with tips on food and photography.
True West
10 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Nonfiction articles about the Old West written by historians and western buffs.
Vital Speeches of the Day
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Speeches of recognized leaders of public opinion on current and national concerns.
Washington Council of the Blind Newsline
quarterly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Topics include human-interest stories, advocacy, legislation, local events, history, entrepreneurship, science, and technology.
Wax Poetics
semiannually
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Created by a group of writers and record diggers to tell the stories behind beatdigging culture and to help contextualize what people were listening to, by looking back at where the music came from and the stories behind it.
The Week
48 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
News and commentary on world events.
Wired
monthly
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
News and opinions concerning technology industries and the digital environment.
Yankee Magazine
6 issues/year
digital audio (cartridge), digital download (BARD)
Offers an insider’s perspective on the region’s people, traditions, and lifestyle with special focus on its unique travel destinations, history, and culinary delights.