Story zone

Do you enjoy reading stories?

Reading short stories in English is a great way to improve your language level. In this section, read our short stories that were specially written for English language learners. There are two sections, one for lower level learners (A2/B1) and one for higher levels (B2/C1).

You will improve your reading fluency and comprehension and develop your vocabulary. Each story has interactive exercises to help you understand and use the language.

A2–B1 stories

In this section, read our entertaining short stories specially written for pre-intermediate (CEFR level A2) or intermediate (CEFR level B1) learners.

B2–C1 stories

In this section, read our entertaining short stories specially written for upper intermediate (CEFR level B2) or advanced (CEFR level C1) learners.

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