Which IELTS Book I can refer?

With plenty of options available,I know it can be very hard to choose the best IELTS books for your preparation. Don't worry, I have created a list of the top 5 books that you can consider. I have also mentioned the pros and cons of each book so that you can make your decision accordingly.

 

1.The Official Cambridge Guide to IELTS

Pros - 

Help you prepare for all the sections of the IELTS exam.

Includes a DVD with listening and speaking tests

 

Cons - 

Better for getting to know the exam format and structure rather than learning new things.

 

2. Barron’s IELTS Superpack

Pros - 

Comes with two practice exams and 2 audio CDs

Very comprehensive

Con - Not designed for absolute beginners

 

3. Simone Braverman’s Target Band 7

Pros - It’s clear and easy-to-read

Written by someone who has taken the IELTS tests themselves

 

Con - Some of the sample tests don’t have answers

 

4. IELTS Practice Tests Plus 2 with Key and CD Pack

Pros - 

Sample answers with annotations and explanations

There are 6 full tests included

 

Con - Doesn’t cover anything new as it just focusses on test strategy

 

5. Cambridge IELTS 15 Academic Student’s Book with Answers

Pros - 

Good tips which are divided up by section

It goes into a lot of detail

 

Cons- Not ideal for complete beginners

 

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