Note from the Co-Founder:
Over my 15+ years of teaching languages—both online and in person—I kept seeing the same pattern: students putting in the work, memorizing vocabulary, drilling grammar… yet still feeling stuck when it came time to actually use the language.
Let’s be honest, learning a language takes serious effort. There’s no magic formula (and if there were, someone would’ve already turned it into an overpriced app). But there is a better way—one that feels more natural, less forced, and actually sticks.
The key? Stories.
When you get pulled into a good story, everything changes. New words land effortlessly. Grammar appears in context, not isolation. You start to feel the rhythm of the language instead of overthinking every sentence. It’s immersive, intuitive, and far more effective than brute-force memorization.
But the best part? You’re having so much fun, you forget you were “studying” at all.
And that’s exactly when real learning happens.
Stories, Books & More
We believe in learning that clicks. Our stories are crafted to effortlessly introduce vocabulary, explore grammar in action, and make the language stick without feeling like homework. Plus, you’ll get a taste of German culture, humor (question its existence and existence will question you back!) and all the little quirks that make the language so strange and unique.
Whether you’re a mystery buff, a travel enthusiast, a swords-and-sorcery enjoyer or just want to giggle your way through some funny chats, we’ve got a story (or ten!) for you.
But stories are just the beginning. We also offer audiobooks, custom flashcards, interactive TalkingBooks and more. Find us on major platforms like Amazon and Apple Books, or grab DRM-free downloads directly from this website.
Need help? Check our new documentation site or have a chat with our BuchBot.
Getting Started
If you’d like to find out more about the surprisingly simple, yet effective method of learning German with stories, we offer a free 5-day email course that will teach you everything you need to know. Or have a quick conversation with our friendly chatbot. Any questions? Send us a message.
