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Reading lists: a guide for academics: Getting started

Link to Talis Aspire

Access your Talis Aspire reading list from the 'Reading List' tab at the top of your unit in Brightspace. Alternatively, search for your reading list directly in Talis Aspire.

Editing Rights


Editing rights are automatically assigned to members of staff registered against the corresponding unit(s) on Brightspace.

You can view your lists in 'My Lists'.

If for some reason the unit is missing from your list, please contact your Faculty Library Team.

You will then be sent an 'invite' by email which you will need to accept before you can access or edit a reading list.

The invitation email will be generated by Talis Aspire. If you don't receive the email it will likely be found in your junk mail folder.

Installing the Extension Tool

The Extension Tool is an efficient way of adding items to your reading lists. It's quick and easy to install on your browser.

Instructions and guidance on setting up the Extension Tool on your browser are available here from Talis Support.

Talis Aspire Reading List Bookmark Extension