Learn English by reading
Reading Guides
These reading guides help you choose what to read next in English. Each one is a curated list of classic books as graded readers — picked by CEFR level and theme, with tap-to-translate, audio narration and saved progress. Start with a guide below, or browse the whole library by level or genre.
The Best Classic Books to Read in English (for Learners)
The best classic books for English learners are the ones you can actually finish: clear stories, strong momentum, and language you can grow into. This list starts with the most approachable classics — Alice, Tom Sawyer, Treasure Island — and works up to fuller novels, every title a graded reader with tap-to-translate and audio.
Easy English Books for Beginners
The easiest English books to start with are children’s classics: simple sentences, a clear plot, and stories you may already know. This list gathers the most approachable B1 titles in the library — Alice, Peter Pan, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz — each a graded reader with tap-to-translate and audio so no word stops you.
Short Classic Books in English
Short classics are the fastest way to feel the win of finishing a real book in English. This list ranks the library’s most compact titles by chapter count — from a single-chapter novella to tight, sub-30-chapter classics — so you get a complete story in a sitting or two, with tap-to-translate and audio on every page.
The Best Books to Learn English by Reading
The best book to learn English by reading is one you genuinely want to finish, set just above your current level. The method is simple: pick your CEFR level, choose a story you’re curious about, and read with tap-to-translate and audio so no word stops you. This guide shows you how — and where to start.