Let's Read & Chat:
make friends with Polish books, one story at a time
Do you dream of finally reading Polish books — not textbooks, but real literature?
Do you want to speak Polish about meaningful topics… without the pressure of a group class?
Do you long for regular contact with Polish, in a way that fits your life, not the other way around?
If you’re nodding quietly right now, I created Let’s Read & Chat just for you.
This is not a grammar course. It’s not a traditional book club.
And it’s definitely not a high-pressure speaking class.
Hi, I'm Gosia, and I will take you on a journey through three short stories by Olga Tokarczuk, a literary Nobel Prize laureate.
I love reading fiction books, and I firmly believe that we can enjoy literature in foreign languages we are not yet fluent in (whatever "fluent" means!). I practise it myself, patiently going through Italian novels - and you can do the same in Polish. I will show you how.
Let's read stories and chat about them together!
Experience Polish as a living language, connect with stories and ideas, and speak confidently — all in a flexible, low-pressure 6-week journey.
You will learn simple strategies for reading literary texts that may seem "above your level" at first glance, and you'll gain confidence in talking about abstract topics and your own reflections and opinions sparked by the stories you've read.
Over six focused and inspiring weeks, we’ll explore three short stories by Olga Tokarczuk (one per two weeks).
Every two weeks, you’ll receive:
✦ the story in PDF format
✦ an audio recording so that you can read and listen
✦ a thoughtfully designed workbook with selected vocabulary, practical strategies that will help you read with understanding, and reflection questions connected to the deeper themes of the story
✦ access to me via voice & text messaging on Telegram
I have been dabbling in Polish for several years now, and Gosia has been by my side, believing in me and encouraging me every step of the way, for which I am eternally grateful. I simply cannot imagine a more compassionate and skilful guide on my journey through the Polish language, whether we are streaming a film or television series, or reading an amazing piece of Polish literature together.
- Etai, USA
Every two weeks, you'll meet with me for a 60-minute one-to-one. This is where the magic happens. You'll be able to talk about the story itself, the themes and ideas it explores & how it connects to your life, your experiences, and your perspective.
You’ll have space to think, reflect, speak slowly, search for words — without being rushed or judged.
You'll be guided through the conversation gently: I will offer corrections and feedback naturally, and help you expand your language with confidence.
Three stories. Three deep conversations. Three opportunities to feel intellectually alive in Polish.
You may be wondering... "Is it for me?"
It is if:
✔️ You love reading books, obviously!
✔️ You are happy to get out of your comfort zone and read literature that may feel like it's too difficult at your level
✔️ You want your language learning to evolve around more abstract topics
✔️ Your Polish level is B1 or higher (if you're not sure, let's meet for a free, non-obligation chat!)
It may not be for you if:
❌ You are looking for more "traditional" conversation lessons with a strong grammar component
❌ You struggle with self-motivation and putting in time and effort between live meetings
Practical info:
✦ The current promotional price of this offering is £90. It will increase substantially later, so if it piqued your interest, this may be the best time to join!
✦ The offer is valid till 31 March 2026 - the first meeting needs to happen before the end of March. Upon registration, you'll receive an email from me within 24 hours with the first story and workbook + a link to book all three of your sessions.
✦ There are no refunds, but in some important circumstances, it may be possible to reschedule or prolong the course.
✦ It is possible to do this in 3 weeks, rather than 6, if you prefer a more intense pace. Just let me know!
Have questions? Send me an email or book a 20-minute video chat! ❤️