Short Stories In Icelandic: Learn Icelandic By Reading Stories You Love!

Reading short stories is a proven way to improve your new language skills fast. Still, it's hard to find good books for language learners in Icelandic.

Fortunately, I can recommend my book, Short Stories in Icelandic For Beginners.

I've designed this book of eight, page-turning tales to help you learn while having fun with reading in your new language.

Let me tell you more about what you can expect when you open this book and why reading short stories is such a powerful way to master a new language.

Five Great Reasons Why You Should Learn Through Short Stories

You may not have considered reading a short story in Icelandic before. Maybe you didn't even believe it was possible!

But, after many years of teaching languages, I've found that a method based on input — and stories in particular — is the most potent learning method of all.

Here's why it works:

1. Stories are fun. Everyone learns better when they're enjoying the process. Reading short stories removes the “study aspect” of language learning and gives you a rich language experience instead.
2. You're reading in context. When you dive into astory, you're learning new vocabulary and grammar in context. As a result, you see how Icelandic is used in real life.
3. Meaning helps. It is easier to follow a series of relatable events in a story. You are carried along by the plots, and that makes your reading experience more enjoyable and fulfilling.
4. Engage your emotions: Stories engage you emotionally, making the language you read more memorable.
5. Finishing each story is an achievement. Stories hook you in so that you want to keep reading. First, you complete a page, then a chapter. Before you know it, you've read the whole book. 

Indeed, you'll find the day-to-day experience of language learning with stories quite unlike anything you've tried in the past.

That's the beauty of reading short stories in Icelandic.

They are entertaining as well as educational. So you can actually enjoy your learning instead of feeling that it's a long, hard slog.

Introducing… Short Stories In Icelandic

This “Short Stories in Icelandic For Beginners” book is one of a kind because it uses my unique StoryLearning® method to help you learn the language naturally.

Instead of learning through rules and practice exercises, this approach allows you to absorb Icelandic because you are reading entertaining stories at your level.

Inside this book, you'll find eight stories designed to appeal to fans of science fiction, thrillers, crime, history, fantasy and more. 

The language is pitched at the A2-B1 on the Common European Framework of Reference (a high-beginner to low-intermediate level.) 

You can focus on enjoying the language without ever feeling overwhelmed or frustrated because you are reading at your level.

The result is that learning Icelandic becomes easy and enjoyable instead of a painful chore.

Click here to purchase your copy now.

What's Included In This Short Story In Icelandic Book?

I've carefully designed these books to be fun, easy to use and comprehensive so you can get the most out of your learning. Here's what you'll find inside:

• ​Accessible grammar. You'll find new structures and learn them naturally, without feeling overwhelmed or frustrated.
• ​Vocabulary lists make it easy to quickly check unfamiliar words without interrupting your flow.
• ​Authentic spoken dialogues give you conversation expressions to practice while you read. 
• Controlled language at your level, including the 1,000 most frequent words in Icelandic, makes it easier to progress through the stories.
• Enjoyable reading practice specifically designed for your level so you can spend your time with the story instead of with your head in a dictionary.
• Beautiful hand-drawn illustrations bring the stories to life and make what you read more memorable.

If you're keen to listen while you read your short story in Icelandic book, we've got you covered there too.

High-quality new audio recordings are also available, so you can listen and read. (Sold separately)

Tips To Get The Most Out Of The Audio Book

An audiobook adds an extra dimension to your language study. 

Many people struggle to understand spoken words even after they've mastered the written form. Listening to each story gives you the correct pronunciation of each term, and you get used to hearing the Icelandic language flow. 

Once you've read through and listened to a story, try reading it aloud with the audiobook, trying to match your voice with the reader. Don't worry if it seems impossible at first. Repeat each section several times, and you'll be amazed at how it begins to feel natural. 

Try The App

We also have a handy Interactive app to read, listen and learn all at the same time. 

It can be so hard to make regular time for language learning. Whether you're at home or out and about, with the app on your phone, you'll be able to take advantage of spare moments to read and practice Icelandic.  

“I don't have enough time” will never be an excuse again!

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About The Author

In case you’re new here, let me introduce myself. My name is Olly Richards and I’m a language educator, author and polyglot from the UK, who speaks 8 languages.

I’ve created dozens of critically acclaimed language courses and published a bestselling series of short story books in sixteen languages.

I’ve also been featured widely in international press from the BBC to the Independent, and am a regular speaker at international language events.

What Do Readers Say About These Short Story Books?

Students from around the globe love learning with my short story books. But don’t take my word for it.

Here’s how readers describe the experience of learning with short stories: 

Language Teachers Love These Short Story Books Too

As you can see, language learners around the world love learning with Short Stories in Icelandic. But they’re not the only ones…

Language teachers often tell me how much they enjoy using these stories in their lessons because they make learning fun and minimise all those hours of stressful lesson prep.

Supplementary teaching materials are available to accompany these books for teachers who want quick, easy, and engaging supplementary materials for their lessons.

If you’re a teacher, click here to find out more.

Short Stories In Icelandic: A Great Way To Learn Fast & Have Fun!

As you can see, reading short stories in Icelandic is one of the best things you can do to improve your language skills.

And best of all… it allows you to learn the language in a fun and natural way, without memorising long lists of words and grammar rules.

So what are you waiting for?

Head on over to Amazon or your favourite local bookshop and grab your copy of my short story in Icelandic book now!

Click the link below to purchase your copy (available in Kindle & Paperback):

• Short Stories In Icelandic For Beginners

Happy reading!

Olly Richards

Creator of the StoryLearning® Method

Olly Richards is a renowned polyglot and language learning expert with over 15 years of experience teaching millions through his innovative StoryLearning® method. He is the creator of StoryLearning, one of the world's largest language learning blogs with 500,000+ monthly readers.

Olly has authored 30+ language learning books and courses, including the bestselling "Short Stories" series published by Teach Yourself.

When not developing new teaching methods, Richards practices what he preaches—he speaks 8 languages fluently and continues learning new ones through his own methodology.