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THE FRANCOPHONE COLLECTIVE DEBUTS WITH BOOKS AIMED AT MAKING FRENCH LEARNING CLEAR, STRUCTURED, AND ACCESSIBLE

The Francophone Collective

The Francophone Collective is a Paris-based boutique publishing house of French educators and Anglophone editors.

Its flagship series Essential French Grammar Explained in English has sold thousands of copies worldwide.

We want to take away the intimidation often associated with learning French and provide resources that are clear, structured, and enjoyable.”
— Patrice Fournier
PARIS, FRANCE, October 13, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A new name has entered the world of French language education. The Francophone Collective, a boutique publishing house based in Paris, has officially launched, dedicated to producing high-quality French learning books tailored to English speakers around the world.

With a growing catalogue of grammar guides, vocabulary workbooks, phrasebooks, crossword puzzles, and learner-friendly fiction books, The Francophone Collective aims to become the go-to resource for English-speaking students of French at every stage of their journey — from complete beginners to advanced learners preparing for DELF examinations.

It is the first and only publishing house targeting a niche where French grammar and vocabulary are taught in clear English, organised by CEFR levels (A1–B2). This makes complex concepts accessible, helping learners progress systematically. Each book blends detailed grammar explanations with contextual exercises designed to reflect real-life usage.

“Most resources present French grammar in French, which can overwhelm beginners. Our approach uses clear English explanations and CEFR-level organisation to give learners a structured, confidence-building path forward,” said Patrice Fournier, founder of The Francophone Collective.

The Francophone Collective was founded by a group of French language educators and English editors with the shared vision of creating practical, structured resources for the millions of English speakers worldwide eager to master French — from casual learners to serious exam takers.
All titles are available globally via Amazon, with digital and print formats designed for accessibility and self-study.

Its current titles include:
1) Essential French Grammar Explained in English (A1–B2)
A comprehensive four-book series that breaks down French grammar into clear, progressive levels.

2) The No-Nonsense Workbook of Conjugation Drills
A practical series offering hundreds of targeted verb exercises by level.

3) Retour à Jamais
A time travel fiction series for beginners that teaches through narrative immersion.

4) French Crossword Puzzles
A playful way to strengthen vocabulary and spelling.

5) The Snackable French Phrasebook for Savvy Travelers
Witty, real-world phrases for travellers and learners seeking confidence in daily conversation.

“Our mission is simple,” added Fournier. “We want to take away the intimidation often associated with learning French and provide resources that are clear, structured, and enjoyable. Every title is designed with the learner’s perspective in mind — from the grammar books to the story series.”

With French ranked among the most studied languages in the world — with more than 120 million learners globally — The Francophone Collective aims to nurture learners through every milestone of their journey, building not just fluency, but genuine cultural appreciation.

For more information, visit www.thefrancophonecollective.com or look up http://amazon.com/author/thefrancophonecollective

Andrew Court and Patrice Fournier
The Francophone Collective
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