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TYPEFLOW: PIONEERING ACCESSIBLE EBOOKS IN CONNECTICUT

In the rapidly evolving world of digital publishing, one Connecticut-based company is making waves with its innovative approach to ebook accessibility. Keith Snyder, founder of Typeflow (typeflownyc.com), is on a mission to revolutionize how we think about and create accessible digital content.

Typeflow, which produces print books and ebooks for publishers ranging from indie presses to industry giants like Scholastic Books, has recently joined forces with Acme Books (acmebooks.ca), a Canadian ebook company led by renowned accessibility expert Laura Brady. This collaboration has already yielded impressive results, including an EPUB/DAISY pilot project for a major equitable digital access organization.

Snyder and his team aren’t content with the status quo. They’ve developed new accessibility features for their clients’ ebooks, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in digital publishing. However, Typeflow’s ambitions extend beyond mere technical innovations.

Drawing inspiration from the “Buffalo” bike project by World Bicycle Relief, Snyder sees a parallel between creating durable, accessible transportation and developing truly user-friendly ebooks. He emphasizes the importance of bringing together diverse stakeholders:

  1. Legislators who shape ebook accessibility laws
  2. EPUB and DAISY users who can provide invaluable feedback
  3. Publishers and developers committed to exceeding minimum standards

“We have opinions – good and bad – about how accessibility requirements are progressing in the US, Canada, and the European Union,” Snyder states. He’s particularly keen to address the tendency of some publishers to aim for minimum certification rather than focusing on user experience.

Typeflow is actively seeking to connect with ebook accessibility advocates in Connecticut. Whether you’re a legislator interested in expert input on ebook accessibility legislation, an EPUB or DAISY user willing to share your experiences, or a fellow professional in the field, or a nonprofit who would like to partner with Typeflow, Snyder invites you to join the conversation.

By fostering a community that includes users, advocates, legislators, and industry professionals, Typeflow aims to create ebooks that are not just accessible, but truly serve their users’ needs.

To learn more or get involved, visit typeflownyc.com or reach out to Keith Snyder directly at keith@typeflownyc.com.