WHERE TO BUY FOREIGN LANGUAGE BOOKS

MORE THAN BOOKS. A WORLD OF LANGUAGES.

Cindy Shapiro Tracy established World of Reading, Ltd. in October, 1989, when she could not find foreign language products for her own children. Her goal was to provide a resource for quality foreign language and ESL products for parents, teachers, librarians, companies, and government agencies.

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Welcome to World of Reading

OUR STORY

If typing ‘Where to buy foreign language books’ has led you here, your language skills are set to improve.

Originally from North Carolina, Cindy started studying French and Spanish at a young age. She speaks French and Spanish well and a little bit of German, Dutch, Hebrew and Russian.

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1989

Cindy Shapiro Tracy established World of Reading, Ltd. in October, 1989, when she could not find foreign language products for her own children.

1990s

Expanded into providing quality foreign language and ESL resources for parents, teachers, librarians, companies, and government agencies.

2000s

Built global publisher partnerships to source specialized and hard-to-find materials worldwide at the best value.

Today

A leading online foreign language bookstore offering fast, reliable global shipping and hands-on customer support.

MEET CINDY TRACY

CEO and Owner, World of Reading

The unique thing about us is that we are a foreign language bookstore run by a language enthusiast. Cindy Shapiro Tracy established World of Reading in October 1989 to bring high-quality language resources to learners everywhere.

Cindy Shapiro Tracy
Cindy Shapiro Tracy CEO & Owner, World of Reading
Cindy Shapiro Tracy

Languages Spoken & Specialities

  • 🇫🇷 French
  • 🇪🇸 Spanish
  • 🇩🇪 German
  • 🇳🇱 Dutch
  • 🇮🇱 Hebrew
  • 🇷🇺 Russian
OUR CORE VALUES

Core values that drive World of Reading.

Immersive Learning

We use language every day to play, laugh, and connect. So why should learning be limited to text on a page? We believe that young and grown learners alike can benefit from immersing themselves in bestselling fictional stories, games, and videos when learning a new language.

Fun & Functional Education

This is where you can buy foreign language books to navigate specific industries, situations, and professions. Because we understand that a functional grasp of different languages is crucial to performing your best professionally.

A Global & Multi-Cultural Community

Learning another language is the ultimate gateway to cultivating a globally empathetic temperament. With books for studying about other cultures and people around the world, we hope to encourage inclusive worldviews and a sharp, analytical mindset.

MOST POPULAR & NOT-SO-POPULAR LANGUAGES

One bookstore. Thousands of ways to learn.

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🇪🇸 Spanish 🇫🇷 French 🇩🇪 German 🇳🇱 Dutch 🇮🇱 Hebrew 🇷🇺 Russian
🇨🇳 Chinese 🇯🇵 Japanese 🇮🇹 Italian 🇵🇹 Portuguese 🇦🇪 Arabic 🌐 And Many More!
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WHY CHOOSE WORLD OF READING

More than a store. We're your partner in learning.

Additional Inventory on Request

When deciding where to buy foreign language books, remember that we are always open to requests for specific titles, translations, and subjects from schools, organizations, parents, and learners.

Prompt Responses

You can always expect hands-on support, honest answers, and expert recommendations to help you enjoy a world of languages.

Acquire Hard-To-Find Material

We do our homework and hunt down titles that are truly helpful. Have something special in mind? We'll go above the call of duty to get you specialized material and acquire hard-to-find titles for you.

Specialized Knowledge of Languages

Run by a language enthusiast. Count on us for recommendations backed by specialized knowledge. We represent publishers worldwide to provide the best value for YOU!

Support an Independent Business

Attentive, personalized customer service with fast and reliable global shipping. Only 5% shipping charge with just a $10 minimum on domestic U.S. orders.

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FOR EVERY KIND OF LEARNER

Foreign Language Bookstore for Everyone

Parents & Families

Resource for quality foreign language products for parents wanting to raise bilingual children.

Parents & Families

Teachers & Educators

Comprehensive teaching materials and resources for ESL and foreign language classrooms.

Teachers & Educators

Librarians & Agencies

Trusted supplier of foreign language materials for libraries, government agencies, and organizations.

Librarians & Agencies

Adults & Independent Learners

Books and resources to navigate specific industries, situations, professions, and personal growth.

Adults & Independent Learners
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We'd Love to Hear From You

Call us at 404-233-4042 or contact us online

Whether you're a parent, educator, or language enthusiast, contact us to inquire about titles or for guidance on resources to take your language-learning journey to new heights.

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HOW TO PLACE YOUR ORDER

It's easy! We're here to help every step of the way.

1. Browse & Select

Explore our online bookstore to buy foreign language books, DVDs, software, audio CDs, and realia.

2. Inquire & Guidance

Contact us to inquire about titles or for personalized guidance on language resources.

3. Special Requests

We do our best to meet specialized needs and fulfill requests for hard-to-find materials.

4. Place Your Order

Order online or call us directly at 404-233-4042 to place your order with ease.

5. Fast Global Shipping

We offer various shipping options for national and international destinations.

6. Enjoy Learning!

Take your language-learning journey to new heights with quality materials!

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