Two local women started 2016 with great personal satisfaction after the very recent publication of their book ‘JE MOURRAI MOINS BÊTE’ - 200 French expressions to help you die less stupid. Combining their different talents professional French language tutor, Clare Jones, and artist and illustrator, Tamsin Edwards, have come together to produce a delightfully illustrated book of French idioms. ‘Je mourrai moins bête’ is how the French would say ‘you learn something new every day’, and it literally means ‘I will die less stupid’.
The book is ideal reading for anyone who is already fairly fluent in French but who gets tripped up by figurative language. It is perfect for anyone who spends time living in France or working with the French.
It is also an entertaining book just to dip into even if your French is not great, as Tamsin’s sense of humour shines through in her quirky and fun illustrations. You can literally laugh and learn at the same time!
Clare fell in love with the French language at the age of eleven and went on to study the subject to degree level before following a career as a qualified teacher. Tamsin studied art at both Nene Art College, Northampton, and Derby School of Art and has always had a desire to ‘create’ for as long as she can remember. Clare and Tamsin have now been able to fulfill a long-held ambition by joining forces; despite the many challenges and the steep learning curve of how to publish a book, both Clare and Tamsin have enjoyed the experience.
The pair already worked together back in 2011, to produce an iPhone application: “Figure out French, Rouler un patin: to give a French kiss and other French expressions for leisure and health”.
‘JE MOURRAI MOINS BÊTE’ is currently available on Amazon as both a paperback and an eBook. Download the first chapter for free at www.figureoutfrench.com
Clare and Tamsin are offering readers of Village Connect the chance to win a copy of their book*. Please email your favourite French expression to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by Monday 4th April 2016 with your details and entering ‘Village Connect Competition’ in the subject line. *Terms and conditions apply.
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