Reader’s Membership · $19/month

10 original Spanish stories.

With shadowing built into every lesson.

Practice your accent on real Spanish — written for intermediate learners, read aloud by Gabriela, with vocabulary explained in context and shadowing in every single lesson.

This isn’t a textbook. It’s a living library of stories you actually want to read — and that train your ear and your mouth at the same time.

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Stories you actually want to read  ·  Shadowing built into every lesson  ·  Read aloud by Gabriela
Why this works

This is not a reading club. It's pronunciation practice — through stories.

Most learners practice pronunciation in isolation — repeating words out of context. The Readers Membership gives you real stories to practice your accent on, the way your mouth actually needs to work.

 

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Gabriela reads every story aloud

You hear the natural rhythm, the linked speech, the real cadence — before you try to reproduce it. That’s the Echo method applied to storytelling.

 

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Shadowing in every lesson

Each story has a guided shadowing component. You listen, you echo, you feel the rhythm in your own mouth — using real vocabulary in real context.

 

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Vocabulary explained — not just listed

Every lesson includes vocabulary explained in context, the way you’d hear it in a real conversation. No grammar overload. No translation lists.

 

What’s included

Everything you get with your membership

One price. Unlimited access. Everything below — from day one.

 

01 10 Original Spanish Stories

Adapted specifically for intermediate learners (B1–B2). Written by Gabriela — not textbook excerpts. Real stories, real vocabulary, real Spanish.

02  Guided Video Lessons — With Shadowing

 Each story has a full guided video lesson where Gabriela reads it aloud, explains the vocabulary in context, and leads you through a shadowing practice.

03 Downloadable PDFs for Every Story

Print them, annotate them, practice with them offline. Each PDF includes the full text & vocabulary notes.

04 Unlimited Access — No Waiting

All 11 stories are available the moment you join. No weekly drip, no waiting for the next release. Go at your own pace — or binge the whole library in a weekend.

Please note: This membership does not include live Conversation Classes.  · If you’d like to practice speaking with other learners and join our live Zoom sessions, you can learn more about the Spanish Conversation Circle here.

Is this membership for you?

✔ This is for you if…

✗ Not for you if…

El principito
 
 
Sobreviví
 
 
 
Misterio en La Librería
 
 
Casi el Paraíso
 
 

El Demonio en la Botella

 

 

El caballero de la Armadura Oxidada

 

Reempezar
 
 
 
Cómo robar un perro
 
 
Take the challenge
 
 
El Secreto del Reloj Viejo
 
 
Misterio de la habitación cerrada
 

What students say

I love the book Club a lot, because it pushed me to read. As I start reading I notice that my vocabulary increased. It was hard for me to find books in my city, now I don't have to look for the books. Having a discussion group once a week, helped me to be able to improve my conversation. Also listening to other people speak I'm learning lots of new vocabulary. Gabriela was able to create a safe space for us to learn and speak Spanish. I would recommend book Club for everyone who is learning Spanish. Because reading plays a big role in learning new language. Thank you Gabriela for this incredible opportunity for all of us in the Club 💕💕💕
Lana
Canada
“Me encanta el Spanish Reading Club. Gabriela es una maravillosa maestra y su programa es muy organizado y poderoso. Me da la motivación y la disciplina para mejorar mi entendimiento y fluidez de español. Lo que más me gusta es practicar shadowing, leer en voz alta y hablar con otros estudiantes. Recomiendo el club a todos estudiantes de nivel intermedio. Se disfrutará y beneficiará de este.”
John Whitney
USA
When I started this class, I was very low intermediate/high level beginner and Professor Hanson really made me feel comfortable speaking by letting me move at my own pace but also challenging me. I really enjoyed the class and made sure to attend every session.
Schynequa Mathis
USA
Gabriela is the best Spanish teacher anyone could wish for! Her classes are fun, lively and informative. She is so supportive of her students, always encouraging them with kindness and creating an atmosphere in which learning is easy and joyful. If you've been wanting to improve your Spanish, look no further!
Jalaja Bonheim, PhD
USA
Descubrí a Gabriela hace poco más de un mes y mi español ha mejorado muchísima en este tiempo. Me gusta mucho su manera de enseñar, su manera de hablar muy clara y su entusiasmo. El método de 'shadowing' has cambiado mi capacidad de hablar y siento mucho más fluida al hablar. ¡Muchas gracias Gabriela!
Julie O.
USA
I really enjoyed following the story, week to week. Each day's readings were brief and not overwhelming at all. Professor Hanson has done a wonderful job with the story and the weekly Zoom class story discussion. In the Zoom class, I enjoyed talking with Professor Hanson and fellow students. I can go on, but I will wrap this up. I have had a thoroughly enjoyable experience and will happily join the next reading challenge.
Tito
USA
Learning a language can feel like a full-time job; it requires a tremendous amount of time and energy. The Echo Spanish Book Club has created a safe and supportive space for learners to build their vocabulary through weekly readings, shadowing exercises with Gabriela, and speaking practice during Zoom meetings. Speaking a language that I am still learning can be intimidating and challenging, but Gabriela and the other members made me feel completely comfortable and welcome from the very beginning. Joining the Echo Spanish Book Club is one of the best decisions I’ve made this year. Thank you!
Li Z.
USA
Unirme al club de lectura me motivó porque necesitaba una disciplina y una rutina diaria en mi aprendizaje del español. Me parece el único método realmente eficiente para avanzar. Antes de participar en las clases semanales por Zoom, me sentía muy tímida al hablar, pero ahora me siento un poco más cómoda y con más confianza. Es una excelente manera de vencer la timidez al hablar en público. Todo lo que enseña me está ayudando mucho, pero especialmente la técnica del shadowing, que me parece fundamental para saber dónde colocar el acento al hablar. Además, lo que más disfruto del club es su dinamismo y su dedicación para enseñarnos el idioma. Cada semana tengo muchas ganas de leer nuevos capítulos con usted. ¡Todo eso se vuelve muy adictivo! Definitivamente, vale la pena unirse a su club. Es una oportunidad increíble para aprender español en contexto, y cada alumno tiene la posibilidad de expresarse a su ritmo y por turno. Muchas gracias por todo.
Ginette
Canada
Joining this Spanish book club has been one of the most rewarding experiences in my language learning journey. Not only has it helped me grow in my understanding of Spanish literature and grammar, but it's also given me a warm and supportive space to practice speaking, which was always the most intimidating part for me. What truly sets this club apart is our teacher, Gabriela. She is incredibly kind, endlessly patient, and genuinely invested in each member's progress. Whether we're stumbling through verb conjugations or searching for the right words in conversation, she always meets us with encouragement, helpful correction, and a smile that makes learning fun instead of frustrating. Our group discussions about the books, help reinforce vocabulary in context. I've learned to express myself more fluidly, pick up colloquial phrases, and feel more confident speaking Spanish in everyday settings.
Allison
USA
"Since I started reading with Gabriela, my comprehension in Spanish has improved enormously. The explanations are unique, detailed, and easy to follow. And the shadowing — it's definitely given me so much more confidence speaking."
Sonia G
"Every time I watch the videos, my kids ask me if I'm in a live class — because everything feels so natural and interactive. I love the stories. They're addicting."
Mary Y
"I love your books Gabriela, they are addicting. I've improved my reading comprehension a lot."
Sarah R
"The stories are super well chosen. You can see all the work and dedication Gabriela puts into each lesson. Before this I didn't know where to find good books for my level."
Melissa M
"The shadowing exercises are definitely helping me. I corrected my pronunciation and I feel much more natural when I speak."
Polo J
"The shadowing helps me a lot and I love your books. The best place to improve your comprehension and listening."
Samantha Lee
Learning a language can feel like a full-time job; it requires a tremendous amount of time and energy. The Echo Spanish Book Club has created a safe and supportive space for learners to build their vocabulary through weekly readings, shadowing exercises with Gabriela, and speaking practice during Zoom meetings. Speaking a language that I am still learning can be intimidating and challenging, but Gabriela and the other members made me feel completely comfortable and welcome from the very beginning. Joining the Echo Spanish Book Club is one of the best decisions I’ve made this year. Thank you!
Li
"The shadowing exercises are definitely helping me. I corrected my pronunciation and I feel much more natural when I speak."
Polo J
"The shadowing helps me a lot and I love your books. The best place to improve your comprehension and listening."
Samantha Lee

Frequently asked questions

10 stories.

One library. $19 a month.

Real Spanish. Read by Gabriela. Shadowing in every lesson. Start practicing your accent on content that actually sounds like Spanish.

 

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Important Notice

The materials you receive in the Spanish Reading Membership are educational adaptations, not copies of the original books.
They are created by me specifically for intermediate-level Spanish learners.

These adaptations include:

  • Updated and explained vocabulary

  • Simplified and adapted texts to support comprehension

  • Practice activities and shadowing exercises designed to improve pronunciation and fluency

👉 The purpose of this membership is exclusively educational and self-paced, with a focus on improving reading comprehension, pronunciation, and confidence in Spanish through stories.

Your subscription supports my work as a teacher:
creating original learning materials, guided explanations, and ongoing content for your independent study.