Read in French.

Think in French.

Share in French.

A space for reading,
conversation,
and the pleasure
of good company.

JOIN THE NEXT BOOKS

  • Read!

    I choose books suited to different levels of French—so whether you’re fluent or still finding your voice, you can enter the text with confidence. Let the language wash over you, and we’ll revisit the text together!

  • Talk!

    Join a 90-minute weekly discussion on Zoom. Share your thoughts, ask questions, and let’s explore the book in an enthusiastic and supportive group setting. Sessions are primarily held in US time, with select sessions scheduled for Europe and the UK time zones.

  • Learn!

    Learn vocabulary and grammar in context. I also share curated resources—analysis, videos, podcasts, articles—to enrich your understanding of the author, the text, and its cultural and historical background.

Testimonies

  • —George

    The books are great, my classmates are witty and generous, and Hugo leads a discussion as few can. Abolish your doubts, if you have any, and take the plunge.

  • —Virginia

    I have read several books with this group now, improved my French and my appreciation of French literature, and as a bonus I have made new friends.

  • —Pamela

    Hugo is charming and so erudite. We are lucky to have his knowledgeable guidance and good humor. Nice group too!

  • —John

    I love the ease and informality of the weekly format. We are all there for the pleasure of appreciating the author's work.

  • —Jeffrey

    One of the most charming books I’ve ever read, totally enhanced by the context of the course. Thanks to the book club!

  • —Anne

    Hugo encourages student participation and the class discussions were very lively.

  • —Jan

    I walked away from the course(s) with a much better appreciation of Proust, his irresistible characters, and French literature in general.

  • —Morey

    And it's fun!

  • —Jesus

    I always left our weekly meetings with a much deeper understanding of the text than I would have gained from reading it on my own.

  • —Diane

    The best most interesting and full coverage discussions while reading Proust you can imagine!

Questions?

You can find answers on our Frequently Asked Questions page.

Whether you'd like to try a class, get a welcome discount code, or need help choosing the right book for your level, feel free to reach out using the form below.