Xavier Society for the Blind Book Recommendations & Book Mentions
This list consists of recommendations or mentions of books spotted in media, social media accounts, podcasts or other public websites.
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Providing free braille, large print & audio books of a spiritual & inspirational nature to blind & visually impaired people worldwide for 120+ years πππ©βπ¦―π

Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence
Sarah Young
Our #braille client Carol W. requested "Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence" by Sarah Young π©βπ¦―ππ Published by @ThomasNelson this yearlong guide to living a more peaceful life helps the reader experience a deeper relationship with Jesus. #Accessible #Faith #Inclusion https://t.co/ZQVyHX9tTr
Hardcover, 2004
$16.99$8.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Pocket Guide to the Rosary
Matt Fradd
Dali C. in @CatholicRGV is interested in learning more about the #Rosary! She will soon be receiving "Pocket Guide to the Rosary: Reflections from the Bible and the Saints" by Matt Fradd. This book helps Catholics deepen their prayer life & improve their ability to pray. #Faith https://t.co/RAGdUwFxcf
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A Pope and a President: John Paul II, Ronald Reagan, and the Extraordinary Untold Story of the 20th Century
Paul Kengor
Pierrette H. enjoys our audio materials in the @catholicmiami & she will soon be receiving "A Pope and a President: John Paul II, Ronald Reagan, and the Extraordinary Untold Story of the 20th Century" by Paul Kengor. #BlindTwitter #CatholicTwitter #NLS https://t.co/3yHakgYXut
Paperback, 2018
$29.99$14.99 + Free shipping50% off your first book
The Seven Storey Mountain
Thomas Merton
Diane W. in NC requested "The Seven Storey Mountain" by Thomas Merton in Talking Book! This unique autobiography has been recognized as one of the most influential religious works of our time. This will play in the machines provided by @librarycongress https://t.co/bptf3iqyNq
Paperback, 1999
$18.99$9.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
All the Light We Cannot See
Anthony Doerr
Sacheen S in @ASFOfficial requested "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr in #braille. This historic novel about a #blind French girl & a German boy whose paths collide as both try to survive WWII, is definitely in our top 5 most requested this past year!π©βπ¦―ππ#GoodReads https://t.co/mq03NzltSF
Paperback, 2017
$18.99$9.49 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist: Unlocking the Secrets of the Last Supper
Brant Pitre
#Braille reader Ward B. in @trentondiocese is kicking off his 4th of July holiday with "Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist: Unlocking the Secrets of the Last Supper" by Brant Pitre. This title looks at the Last Supper through a Jewish lens. #GoodReads #CatholicTwitter https://t.co/KB2LSplsmm
Paperback, 2016
$18.00$9.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
The Imitation of Christ
Thomas a. Kempis
Sister Felicitas J. in @catholicnh requested "The Imitation of Christ" by Thomas a Kempis. This classic emphasizes the interior life & withdrawal from the world. This audiobook will play on @librarycongress machines. Also available in #braille! #GoodReads https://t.co/mkf8kr7jIJ
Hardcover, 2004
$16.95$8.48 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Ukraine Diary
Henri J. M. Nouwen
Grace S. in @catholicphilly requested one of our newest books "Ukraine Diary" by Henri Nouwen. Published by @OrbisBooks, this modest, seemingly simple book about a visit to a distant land is in fact a subtle tale of how encounter genuinely & radically changes the lives of people. https://t.co/kyDs9Jt6Ht
Paperback, 2023
$20.00$10.00 + Free shipping50% off your first book
The Inner Chapel: Embracing the Promises of God
Becky Eldredge
New in #braille: "The Inner Chapel: Embracing the Promises of God" by @beldredge98 π©βπ¦―ππ Published by @loyolapress this title offers down-to-earth stories, prayer experiences to try, & enthusiastic encouragement for spiritual growth & a deeper friendship with God. #GoodReads https://t.co/w99TIW8VgZ
Paperback, 2020
$15.95$7.97 + Free shipping50% off your first book
Pocket Guide to the Rosary
Matt Fradd
Barbara K. in @WashArchdiocese (CC: @ADWDDMinistry) requested "Pocket Guide to the Rosary: Reflections from the Bible and the Saints" by Matt Fradd in #braille. We love that 'Pocket Guide' is in the title...you'll need some pretty big pockets for the braille book! #BlindTwitter https://t.co/RNKZjVBBZv
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