Guided French Book Club
Would you love to read in French… without the pressure?
Join our Guided French Book Club in St Ives — a relaxed and enjoyable weekly session designed to help you read, understand and enjoy French books at your own pace.
This is not your typical book club.
You don’t need to read the whole book in advance, and there’s no pressure to keep up.
Each term, we explore one carefully selected book together, reading a small section each week. Your teacher will guide you through the text, helping you understand vocabulary, expressions and deeper meaning.
We discuss, analyse and enjoy the story together — all in a warm and welcoming atmosphere ☕🍪
📅 Details
Where: St Ives
Format: Casual attendance — join whenever it suits you
Price: $30 per session
👉 Bring your own coffee… or help yourself on site!
👥 Level
Intermediate to Advanced (B1+ to C1)
This class is ideal for learners who enjoy reading and would like to improve their French in a natural and enjoyable way, while discovering new authors.
French Book Club – Term 3
Option 1: Le Chapeau de Mitterrand
Antoine Laurain
When: Wednesdays, 12:30pm
This Term 3, we will be reading Le Chapeau de Mitterrand by Antoine Laurain, a charming and witty novel that explores how a simple object can unexpectedly change people's lives.
French à la Carte has ordered a limited number of copies of the book.
Option 2: Monsieur Ibrahim et les fleurs du Coran
Eric-Emmanuel Schmitt
When: Tuesday, 11:30am
Due to popular demand, we will also offer a second series of discussions around Monsieur Ibrahim et les fleurs du Coran.
This option is ideal for those who were unable to attend all sessions in Term 2 or students who would like to discover this beautiful and thought-provoking novel.
French à la Carte has ordered a limited number of copies of the book.
✨ What to expect
A relaxed, social and supportive environment
Guided reading with a French teacher
No pressure — read at your own pace
Weekly discussions in French (adapted to the group)
Opportunities for optional reading aloud
Exploration of language, style and key expressions
Connections with other authors, books and cultural themes
🌿 A moment for yourself
Take a break in your week to slow down, enjoy a good story and reconnect with your French in a different way.