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Microsoft Reader

Microsoft Reader is used to view certain eBooks on your computer. An additional piece of software, 'Microsoft Reader Text-to-Speech Package' can be downloaded in order to speak your eBooks to you, giving you access to all manner of novels and non-fiction eBooks without the need to read them from the screen.

You must read the disclaimer before downloading.

download page Download Microsoft Reader - External Download Page.

You must have Microsoft Reader installed on your machine before the Microsoft Reader Text-to-Speech Package can be installed. The Text-to-Speech Package is available in English, French and German.

OATS Comment:

This can be great for people who want to either:

  • Read books but can't turn pages (use in conjunction with a switch-input program)
  • Read books but struggle to see the text
  • Need some support in reading text (e.g. highlighting)



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