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Creating a literary lifeline for those in need

Ulverscroft was founded in 1964 with one aim: to bring back the joy of reading to those who had thought it was no longer possible.

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Respecting our heritage, embracing the future

Since developing the world’s first large print book in 1964, our mission has been to keep people reading.

Through our industry-leading large print, our world-class audiobooks and innovative digital platform we’ve made it easier than ever for you to get lost in a book for longer.

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Fred Thorpe in 1934

Unrivalled reputation, outstanding content

Whether it’s published or distributed, large print or digital, Ulverscroft have always provided readers with the biggest names.

As the world leader in alternative format publishing, our series of imprints combine the biggest names with future stars to ensure that we are always able to provide our customers with what they want.

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Fred Thorpe in 1934
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Discover the next step in library publishing

uLibrary provides a secure and reliable app for library patrons, ensuring a secure, smooth space to browse, borrow, and return eBooks and eAudiobooks.

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Latest news and updates

Keep up-to-date with everything going on at the Ulverscroft Group.

Junior Book Awards Shortlist Announced

The shortlists for 2023 The Week Junior Book Awards have been announced.

Published on: 26 May 2023

Janice Hallett's The Twyford Code Wins At The Nibbies

We're pleased to announce that The Twyford Code has won the Crime & Thriller Book of the Year at the British Book Awards.

Published on: 16 May 2023

Mick Herron's Slow Horses Series Wins At The 2023 CrimeFest Awards

Mick Herron's Slow Horses series has won the Thalia Proctor Memorial Award for Best Adapted TV Crime Drama at the CrimeFest Awards

Published on: 13 May 2023

Discover retail products on The Reading House

The Reading House is the retail home of our large print and audiobook titles.

Designed to be simple to use for all levels of vision, it allows readers to bring the Ulverscroft experience to their home.

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Imprints & Partners

We continue in our work thanks to our strong relationships with partners.

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Our foundation

Everything we do is to aid and support our work under the Ulverscroft Foundation.

Launched in 1982, it provides financial assistance and support to visually impaired people and organisations around the world.

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