Uploaded October 2019 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago

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One of my group-coaching clients asked me, "Julian - are English textbooks any good? Or should I just throw them away?"

You'll find my detailed answer in the video.

Then head over to: doingenglish.com and sign up for my free daily emails to speak better English.

Best,
Julian Northbrook



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Written Version & Notes:
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Courses ......................

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Books..........................

Master English FAST:
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More Books by me:
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About Julian and Doing English ..................

I'm Julian Northbrook and welcome to Doing English.

Doing English, a place for frustrated non-native English speakers who want to speak extraordinary English Whether you're a doctor or an artist, an IT professional, a chef or anything else, Doing English will show you how to learn English, speak English well and use the language as a tool for success in your life.

A bit about Julian:

Creator of the infamous MEFA English course and leader of the League of Extraordinary English Speakers.

Went to Tokyo to be an Artist and failed. Lived there for 13 years anyway. Now I live on the beautiful coast of West Cork, Ireland.

Published author and researcher.

Oh, and I'm Autistic (a very good thing for you and your English).

Stuff by Julian:

I send daily tips to help you speak better English, straight to your inbox.

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