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Do You Know I Write Italian Practice Books?

07/02/2026

Three books to practice Italian this summer
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I have been teaching Italian for many years, focusing mainly on conversation.

All these years, I have always used graded readers, which are novels specifically designed for language students. They usually include a simple and engaging story and a series of exercises.

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Book Club Pick: Tutto il bello che ci aspetta by Lorenza Gentile

06/17/2026

The Italian book club pick for the summer is Tutto il bello che ci aspetta by Lorenza Gentile
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It’s summer, and the time has come for a new Italian book club pick. 

The books I select for Leggiamo insieme, my Italian book club, must tick some mandatory boxes, which makes the choice quite difficult but also really fun. The process is long, but I like it because it’s an opportunity for me to learn more about contemporary Italian literature, discover new authors, and explore genres I would not always choose for my personal reading.

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Three Italian Movies About Life in Remote Italy

05/21/2026

Three Italian Movies About Life in Remote Italy
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Movies are always a great way to learn more about life in a certain country.

Obviously, movies are not documentaries, so they offer only a fictionalized representation of life. However, they can still offer an insight into daily life or habits, ideas, and problems of a certain culture.

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10 Reasons Why You Should Include Ferrara in Your Italy Itinerary

05/07/2026

This blog post is about Ferrara, an overlooked gem in northern Italy
If you want to read this article in Italian, you can find a downloadable bilingual PDF file in
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“Do you have a place to recommend in Italy?” is one of the most common questions I get.

Many people have already visited all the most popular places in Italy and are looking for something different. Others do not like crowds and long queues for museums and attractions. Others are interested in being among locals and experiencing a genuine, lesser-known location. Well, I think I have the perfect place to recommend for all those different needs!

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Book Club Pick: Un ragazzo normale by Lorenzo Marone

04/01/2026

Un ragazzo normale by Lorenzo Marone is the book club pick for spring
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My first book club has recently ended, and it’s been a truly wonderful experience.

As you may know, I am a passionate and avid reader. Books are probably my biggest love, which means that I am always reading something. Reading has been really beneficial in my English-learning journey, and I strongly believe that books are a powerful tool for practicing a foreign language, improving comprehension, and enriching vocabulary.

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My name is Cinzia and Italy is the place I call home.

Books feed my soul, music fills my days and travelling makes my life richer. I am a day dreamer, tireless walker and believer in the power of little things.

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