Fantasy
Read Fantasy Classics in English
384 fantasy books at CEFR A2 to C2 — learn English by reading the stories worth reading. Select any word for an instant translation, listen to the narration read the page aloud, and save the vocabulary you meet. Pick your level and start with a free sample.
What are the best fantasy classics to read in English as a learner?
The best fantasy classics for English learners are the well-known titles you can read in the original — start with Morning Star, Mopsa the Fairy and Moonlight and Robots. Each one is labelled with a CEFR level, any word you do not know is one selection away from a translation, and the narration reads the page aloud while it highlights the words.
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Level C1FantasyMorning StarIn ancient Egypt, a powerful queen’s immortal "Ka" must navigate treacherous plots and forbidden magic to escape a deadly marriage and protect her throne, blending history, romance…
Level B2FantasyMopsa the FairyA curious boy discovers a hidden fairy nest inside an ancient thorn tree and finds himself trapped with tiny, talking fairies who grow and change before his eyes.
Level B2Science FictionMoonlight and RobotsIn a society where marriage rituals include a mysterious robot romance game, Thad must navigate deception and identity through lifelike facsimiles to win the right to wed.
Level B2Science FictionMoon GlowA historic American moon mission faces unexpected challenges as Captain Junius Robb and his crew explore the lunar surface, navigate communication blackouts, and grapple with weigh…
Level B2Science FictionMonumentA scientist known for accidental breakthroughs unveils his greatest invention yet: a crystal-powered perpetual motion pendulum housed in a fortress-like monument.
Level B2Science FictionMonsoons of DeathA young lieutenant eager for adventure is assigned to assist a cautious meteorologist on a remote Martian station, where mysterious delays in vital atmospheric data threaten humani…
Level B2Science FictionMoney is the Root of All GoodOn Lyrane, a society thrives by rewarding good deeds with luxury currency, spawning a unique stock market where virtuous individuals become corporations.
Level C1Science FictionMizora: A Prophecy: A MSS. Found Among the Private Papers of the Princess Vera ZarovitchA Russian aristocrat defies fate and societal expectations by embarking on a daring, unprecedented journey to Mizora—a mysterious civilization shaped by advanced science and ideal…
Level B2Science FictionMists of MarsIn a Martian desert where Earthmen vanish into a deadly white mist, Special Investigator Barry Williams confronts a mysterious force tied to ancient Martian justice.
Level B2Science FictionMissionAn alien explorer from a dying Mars lands on Earth to assess its primitive tree-dwelling inhabitants and determine if the planet can sustain a Martian colony, wielding devastating…
Level B2Science FictionMisruleIn a government building under siege during the chaotic annual People's Day, Glen Wheatley navigates hidden corridors and safety-holes to survive the escalating destruction unleash…
Level C1Science FictionMinos of SardanesAmidst a cataclysmic volcanic eruption in the Antarctic, a daring crew races against time through ice and fire toward Sardanes, where the fate of a nation hangs in the balance.
Level B1FantasyMinnie; or, The Little Woman: A Fairy StoryIn a charming town touched by fairy magic, a mighty giant named Rodocanachi falls into a deep slumber, giving the fairy queen and her enchanted army a chance to confront his dark r…
Level B2Science FictionMimsy's JokeAn elite crew lands on a cold, desolate Mars to explore an ancient, crumbling city that hints at long-lost intelligent life—yet the eerie silence and the looming unknown threaten t…
Level B2Science FictionMilk RunA rusty freighter crew drifts through hyperspace on a routine run, unaware that the mysterious alien creatures they've loaded are awakening—and taking over their ship.
Level C1Science FictionMicromegasA towering philosopher from Sirius embarks on a cosmic journey to Saturn, challenging earthly perspectives with wit and wisdom.
Level C1Science FictionMercia, the astronomer royal: A romanceIn a future where peace is enforced by the terrifying power of science, women rise to claim their rightful place alongside men, challenging centuries of inequality and forging a ne…
Level C1FantasyMen of IronIn a turbulent England shadowed by plots and betrayals, young Myles Falworth faces the fallout of his father’s downfall and blindness, navigating danger and loyalty amid the ruthle…
Level B2Science FictionMembership DriveAn alien visitor accidentally lands on Earth and nonchalantly reveals his presence to stunned officials, challenging their assumptions about humanity's place in the galaxy while na…
Level C1FantasyMelmoth the Wanderer, Vol. 4In a world where faith, madness, and family secrets intertwine, a mother meticulously crafts a letter revealing her daughter’s fragile mind and impending arranged marriage, setting…
Level C1FantasyMelmoth the Wanderer, Vol. 3Trapped in a shadowy chamber filled with ominous symbols, a young man faces a harrowing choice between faiths under his father's intense and desperate guidance—an intense struggle…
Level C1Science FictionMeleagerA mysterious metal cylinder discovered in the Andes contains a manuscript written in English, revealing the strange disappearance of its author.
Level B2Science FictionMeeting at the SummitAs global tensions soften, the President faces an extraordinary invitation to meet atop Mount Rainier—a mysterious conference that could alter the fate of the world and challenge e…
Level C1FantasyMeccania, the Super-StateA mysterious journal from a traveler who claims to have visited the secretive European super-state of Meccania in 1970 reveals a chilling vision of political control and societal o…
Level C1FantasyMaugis, ye sorcererIn the ancient city of Mouzon, a mysterious suicide and the destruction of priceless manuscripts ignite a journey into legend, revealing the secrets of Maugis, a warrior sorcerer,…
Level B2Science FictionMaster of NoneWhen mysterious signals from Ganymede, Jupiter’s largest moon, announce contact from an intelligent alien race, a sleepy small-town man and his curious friend grapple with the thri…
Level B2MysteryMary LouiseAt Miss Stearne's strict boarding school, Mary Louise navigates teenage tensions and a controversial curfew that sparks a student rebellion.
Level B2Science FictionMartian V.F.W.In a bustling New York parade celebrating the International Geophysical Year, an unexpected group of towering, colorful ants led by the enigmatic Martian V.
Level C1FantasyMarigoldIn a world where night reigns and a godlike prince weaves a fragile web of control, mysterious forces and strange creatures challenge the boundaries between heaven and hell, light…
Level C1FantasyMardi, and a voyage thither, Vol. 2 (of 2)In the mysterious isle of Maramma, ruled by the enigmatic High Pontiff, a perilous pilgrimage to the shadowed Peak of Ofo beckons those daring enough to seek its secrets.
Level B2FantasyMan Overboard!A seasoned sailor recounts eerie tales of men lost overboard and mysterious returns from the sea, set aboard the old schooner Helen B.
Level B2Science FictionMan MadeA veteran astronaut with prosthetic limbs shares his extraordinary life spanning centuries, exploring distant planets and confronting the challenges of advanced synthetic body part…
Level C1FantasyMalvina of BrittanyIn a village shadowed by ancient folklore, a mischievous fairy named Malvina stirs trouble with magical pranks that challenge the boundary between myth and reality, weaving a tale…
Level C1FantasyMaiden Mona the Mermaid: A Fairy Play for Fairy PeopleAmid moonlit caves and enchanted forests, a penniless Gnome King, an audacious rooster, and a mysterious mermaid weave a whimsical tale of magic, friendship, and fortune in a fairy…
Level C1FantasyMagic: A Fantastic ComedyIn a world where mighty fairies walk disguised among mortals, a mysterious stranger encounters Patricia, stirring questions of magic and reality.
Level B2FantasyLukundoo, and other storiesIn the depths of an untamed African forest, explorers encounter Etcham, a desperate messenger seeking help for his ailing chief, Ralph Stone—a man shrouded in mystery and marked by…
Level C1Science FictionLucian's True HistoryEmbark on a wild voyage beyond reality where satire meets cosmic adventure, as a sharp-witted narrator encounters strange worlds, colossal creatures, and legendary figures in a fan…
Level B2Science FictionLost on the Moon; Or, in Quest of the Field of DiamondsTwo boys uncover a Martian newspaper article claiming a field of diamonds on the moon, sparking a daring quest to verify this astonishing discovery amid linguistic puzzles and thri…
Level B2Science FictionLost in the FutureAfter humanity's first hyperspace journey, two explorers land on a seemingly Earth-like planet—only to find themselves out of sync with its inhabitants, trapped seconds ahead in ti…
Level B2Science FictionLost in the Atlantic Valley; Or, Frank Reade, Jr., and His Wonder, the "Dart"A young inventor unveils the Dart, a magnificent electric-powered submarine designed for deep-sea exploration, and sets off with a scientist to investigate the mysterious Atlantic…
Level C1FantasyLore of ProserpineA contemplative journey blurring the lines between reality and illusion explores spiritual truths hidden in everyday life, where encounters with otherworldly beings challenge the b…
Level C1Science FictionLord of the WorldBeneath a future London transformed by technological marvels and political upheaval, a trio of men confronts a world where socialism, materialism, and the decline of traditional fa…
Level C1FantasyLooking Further Forward: An Answer to Looking Backward by Edward BellamyA sharp critique challenges utopian visions of perfect equality, exposing the flaws and dangers of communism without a religious foundation.
Level B2Science FictionLooking Backward: 2000-1887A man from 1887 awakens in the year 2000 to find a transformed society built on cooperation and equality, challenging the failings of capitalism with a peaceful revolution toward a…
Level C1Science FictionLooking Backward, 2000 to 1887A man born in 1857 awakens in the year 2000 to find a society transformed by equality and shared prosperity, challenging his 19th-century beliefs about class, wealth, and the meani…
Level B2Science FictionLongevityIn a post-apocalyptic world, Captain Hinrik leads a daring expedition to rediscover the lost western continent, only to uncover eerie remnants of a vanished civilization and crypti…
Level C1FantasyLiving AloneAmid a war-torn London committee room, a mysterious young woman disrupts the routine by confessing to stealing a bun—and reveals she has just gambled away her fortune on a magical…
Level B2FantasyLittle TomIn a secluded forest hut, a mysterious widow brews powerful herbal remedies that cure the village’s ailments, while ancient legends whisper of knights, ruins, and a precious altar…