Fluent in 3 Months: How Anyone at Any Age Can Learn to Speak Any Language from Anywhere in the World

Benny Lewis, a renowned polyglot who speaks over ten languages—all self-taught—runs the largest language-learning blog in the world, Fluent In 3 Months. Lewis is a full-time "language hacker," someone who devotes all of his time to finding better, faster, and more efficient ways to learn languages. Fluent in 3 Months: How Anyone at Any Age Can Learn to Speak Any Language from Anywhere in the World is a new blueprint for fast language learning. Lewis argues that you don’t need a great memory or "the language gene" to learn a foreign language quickly, and debunks a number of long-held beliefs, such as adults not being as good of language learners as children.

What’s the secret to learning a language, not in years, but in months?

• Speak from Day One: Discover simple ‘language hacks’ and conversational tricks that get you talking immediately, even if you only know a few words.
• Language Learning Myths: Debunk the long-held beliefs that are holding you back—from needing the ‘language gene’ to thinking you’re too old to start.
• Fast Memorization Techniques: Learn how to absorb thousands of words and phrases quickly without rote memorization, even if you have a terrible memory.
• Free and Cheap Resources: Find out how to create an immersive environment from home using free or inexpensive tools, making costly software and plane tickets unnecessary.

An Unconventional Guide to Start Speaking a New Language Today

Benny Lewis is the creator of www.fluentin3months.com, the largest language learning blog in the world. His proven techniques break down language learning myths and replace them with practical "language hacks" that take advantage of the skills we already possess. Fluent in 3 Months provides everything you need to make learning a new language fast, intuitive, and fun.

“The most humanistic, holistic, realistic book about language learning ever written. I actually got teary–eyed at how naturally and powerfully it helps you overcome a lifetime of fear and procrastination. A must-read for anyone wanting to learn another language.” - Derek Sivers, founder of CD Baby and author of Anything You Want

“Plenty of books can teach you the dusty methods of studying grammar and sweating over vocabulary lists. Fluent in 3 Months is the one you need to read if you want to actually communicate... quickly. Buy this book and prepare to experience the world-no matter where you live or travel.” - Chris Guillebeau, New York Times Bestselling Author of The $100 Startup

“Plenty of books can teach you the dusty methods of studying grammar and vocabulary lists. Fluent in 3 Months is the one to read if you want to actually communicate...quickly. Buy this book and prepare to experience the world-no matter where you live or travel.” - Chris Guillebeau, New York Times Bestselling Author of The $100 Startup

“To be successful, international businesses... need to adapt to the needs of foreign clients as well as to communicate with foreign partners effectively... Lewis’ focus on the benefit to business of multilingual language ability is striking a resonant chord.” - Forbes

“Author Lewis, named a 2013 “Traveler of the Year” by National Geographic’s Traveler magazine, is a polyglot with average natural aptitude... Lewis sees language as communication, and his readers are encouraged to begin speaking right away, correcting mistakes and increasing vocabulary as they go.” - Library Journal

“Out go the boring grammar drills, in comes role-playing and language games... Language learning has never been easier or more fun.” - Chicago Tribune