<p><b>An unmissable collection of eight unconventional and captivating short stories for young and adult learners of Japanese.</b><br><br><i>"Olly''s top-notch language-learning insights are right in line with the best of what we know from neuroscience and cognitive psychology about how to learn effectively. I love his work - and you will too!"</i> - Barbara Oakley, PhD, Author of <i>New York Times</i> bestseller <i>A Mind for Numbers</i><br><br><i>Short Stories in Japanese for Intermediate Learners </i>has been written especially for students from low-mid intermediate (ACTFL) level of Japanese. Mapped to B1 and approaching B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference, these eight captivating stories are designed to give you a sense of achievement and a feeling of progress when reading, and most importantly - enjoyment!<br><br><b>What does this book give you?</b><br><br>- Eight stories in a variety of exciting genres, from science fiction and crime to history and thriller - making