Library Dial-A-Story

How Does It Work?

  Sign up with LibraryCall to reserve a local phone number in your area.

  Share and use copyright-cleared stories with other libraries in our Storytime Commons.

  Record your own stories with any computer or smartphone, then upload to the LibraryCall cloud.

  Patrons call your Library Dial-A-Story phone number to hear the story you've scheduled.

Image of child holding a mobile phone near their ear

Easy-to-use Management App

Our management application lets your staff easily upload audio and manage your callers' experience.

Screenshot of the manager dashboard for LibraryCall

Manage Dial-A-Story phone lines and audio recordings.

Screenshot of storyline details in the manager dashboard for LibraryCall

Upload story recordings and set Dial-A-Story schedules.

Screenshot of the analytics available in manager dashboard for LibraryCall

View statistics on daily and monthly Dial-A-Story calls.

Add a Library Dial-A-Story Widget to Your Website!

Add our "Now Playing!" widget to your website to keep your patrons informed and share resource guides. Website visitors can listen to the current story without calling.

We produce printable "Read-Along Guides" for all of our stories. If you're recording your own stories, you can include your own Read-Along Guide too!

Create your own "cover" image for your website widget, or use one from our library.

How Much Does It Cost?

  • One-time Setup Fee: $500

    Includes unlimited training and planning consultation.

  • Service Plans Start at $50/month

    View our pricing page for details.

  • Consortium pricing available.

    Contact us.