Short Stories in Latin for Beginners (2026)

This collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories is written for young and adult learners of Latin, from high-beginner to low-intermediate level. Mapped to A1B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, the stories are designed to provide a sense of achievement, progress and enjoyment while expanding your vocabulary. They cover a range of genres, including science fiction, crime, history, thrillers and fantasy, and use controlled language, realistic spoken dialogues and accessible grammar to support confident learning. Each chapter includes a glossary of bolded words, a full plot summary, a bilingual word list and comprehension questions. Olly Richardss approach is praised by Barbara Oakley, PhD, author of the New York Times bestseller A Mind for Numbers. The book is designed to make learning Latin easy and enjoyable without leaving readers feeling overwhelmed.