I think this would make a great gift for a student or language learner. I reviewed a digital copy but I think a print copy would be a great accountability tool, especially for someone already interested in journaling/habit tracking.
Thanks to Nicholas Brealey US and NetGalley for digital review copy.

This was really useful to help give me a focus and direction to both my language learning and my journaling. The ebook is obviously not the ideal format but I will be buying the print version for myself. I'm also a language teacher and I'll be adding it to my list of recommendations to my students.

*Thank you to NetGalley for the free ARC. I gave chosen to leave a review*

A wonderful handbook/learning journal for anyone learning languages. Perfect for people who love planning and tracking and seeing a visual representation of their commitment and progress.

Fluentish by Joanna Franco is a refreshing cross between language learning and journaling. It’s a brilliant companion to language learning journeys at any stage. Littered with writing prompts, exercises, planner spreads, motivational quotes and top tips, Franco encourages you to explore new approaches to language learning that are fun, immersive, and (most importantly) sustainable. I would recommend picking up a physical copy of this title to make the most of the hands-on journaling activities. This wasn’t quite a five star for me because I personally would prefer more reading material on language learning even if it’s at the expense of the journal pages.

If you are learning a new language and don’t know where to start, or (like me) have never managed to stay consistent - do consider investing in a copy!

Fluentish is out now. Thank you to the publisher, Teach Yourself, for my Netgalley review copy.

A beautifully designed planner for language learners. It has habit trackers, check in pages, learning tips and fun missions to keep you motivated in your learning.

This workbook is really awesome and there are so many things that I can't wait to use while working on my language learning. Part journal, part habit tracker, and part traditional language workbook! Love the way fluency is discussed and the concept of taking your learning into your own hands. Great option for those looking to grow their language learning and study skills!

I LOVE this journal.

Full disclosure: I think the author is great, and I have attended some of her live journaling sessions.

I have spent years trying to journal in a foreign language, never quite doing so successfully, and the tips and prompts in this book are so helpful. I don't know why I had never considered writing down the new words I learned while journaling and practicing them, but it's such a gamechanger.

Thank you, NetGalley and Nicholas Brealey US, Teach Yourself for the ARC!

Thanks to Netgalley and Nicholas Brealey publishers, I was able to preview this language-learning journal. I am a massive fan of journals for any purpose, and Fluentish does not disappoint. It is clear that Franco is familiar with learning languages - not simply out of natural affinity, but through work and ingenuity. Obviously, I haven't used the journal for an entire language-learning journey, but I can see the sections being incredibly useful. This isn't a book ABOUT learning languages, so don't expect a treatise. It is a journal, to guide you in accountability. I cannot wait to get my hands on a physical copy.

In the old days of language learning you would go to night school and learn alongside a class of other people. You would be able to discuss problems, sound each other out, find out how you were doing in comparison to others. Your teacher would be keeping an eye on you and suggesting where you needed to concentrate, perhaps work a little harder.
Today language learning is a very solitary online experience. You have nowhere to reflect. Step back and analyse your progress. Nowhere to set future goals or celebrate achievement. Keeping a journal is the best way to keep track, and this purposely designed journal is perfect for the job. it contains habit trackers, goals, planners, monthly self assessment pages, check-ins to think about how you are doing against goals, note pages and pages to record new or tricky vocabulary and grammar. This could all be achieved with a blank notebook, but this notebook has it all ready. This would make a great gift for someone starting out on a language journey, or a treat for yourself to make the solitary experience a little more enjoyable.

"Fluentish" by Jo Franco is a fun journal to help you master a second language by journaling in your second language. The prompts help to push you to use more vocabulary, while the charts allowing you to track your language learning habits reinforce your practice. This is an excellent tool for anyone pushing themselves in their second language.

Though reading a journal in e-book format is a bit strange, I took away so much for my own current journeys of learning Japanese and Spanish. I answered the prompts in the notes section of my phone as I read through and discovered so many resources as a result of doing so. I am learning Japanese (my primary language learning focus right now) so much faster and with more intention as a result of the journal’s prompts and guidance. I especially appreciated the part of the journal that is intended to help the reader keep track of all their language-learning resources.

Fluentish is an interesting mix of journal practices intended to deepen your language learning. Each section of the journal in focused on different aspects from habit trackers & goal setting, monthly check-ins and vocab sections to a section to list resources you find such as podcasts, social media accounts, movies & blogs. I particularly like the inclusion of language tips at the bottom of each goals page but would have liked to have seen more of those throughout other sections too. As the arc I received was digital I can only speak to having looked through the content not to the practicality of using it myself but I have added it to my Christmas list so hopefully I'll have a physical copy to fill in soon.

“Fluentish” by Jo Franco is a helpful guide and worksheet book to help in the journey for learning a language. The useful sections of the book include habit trackers, goal pages, learning tips, daily missions, monthly planner, note pages, vocab pages, verb form pages, grammar rules, and journal prompt ideas.

I really like the workbook and can’t wait to use this book to learn the language I’m working on, Japanese. I do wish there were more note pages but other than that I thought the book was perfect. 5 out of 5 stars.

I have been wanting to journal in French, & I've looked up prompts (even from the author), but I wind up not doing them. I have ADHD & I think it's because the prompts are scattered around & in my rather hectic phone. I've learned a bit of Japanese using a workbook & I've found that if I have a book that tells me what to do I'm MUCH more likely to do it. This journal is a great option for that. Language learning is a journey & you need various materials. The author talks about that, as well as her experience becoming fluentISH. It has several steps to take, like goal setting, but the best part for me is the prompts. I look forward to doing them

This journal is a great idea to record different ways of learning a language. It includes lots of tips as well as plenty of space for recording words, grammar, etc. Very well structured and inspiring.

Kudos Jo Franco! Your way is definately the best way to learn a language. I have learned German and French using your method and can vouche for it's working. My mother learned English the same way. Also, by extension, related languages are easier to learn once one is "Fluentish!" Nice format, Easy to use, and good for actually learning to speak a language , or just basics as a tourist.

Upon reading, I immediately wanted to pick up where I left off in my language learning, simple tips to help keep language learning in your life such as watching familiar shows in your chosen language. I liked the journal aspect of this, plenty of ways to record your steps in learning. I particularly liked the habit tracker. It made me feel like learning languages was acheivable again

This book is both a planner and journal for keeping track of your language learning journey. It’s definitely a niche type of book and not one many language learners would feel necessary. I do really like the section with prompts, though I feel like they could probably be found online. Bottom line is I can make my own journal with a notebook and save the money.

I am absolutely thrilled to give Fluentish a resounding 5-star rating. My heartfelt passion for languages finds its echo in this book. Although I experienced it digitally, the promise of a full immersion experience has me eagerly awaiting the physical copy's release.

Jo Franco's approach is ingenious—using a journal as a vehicle for language growth. The first half is a toolkit for effective learning, from goal setting to habit tracking. The second half, with its thought-provoking prompts, is a playground for both self and language exploration.

I'm currently 8 months into learning Spanish so I'll try my best to make the most out of this journal with my digital copy until the release of the physical one.

First of all I want to thank NetGalley and the author for this free copy. This is a language learning journal by a language lover. I’m on my journey of learning my 5th language and I find this very useful. It’s full of prompts, habit tracker, planner, lots of space for note taking, a verb and conjugation dedicated area as well as words and expressions, every month has a goal that you can set and a mission with prompts. I really loved the space for the resources as well.
I can’t wait for it to be published so I can get my own copy.