Learning English. One story at a time.
At Story Steps, we believe language learning should feel like discovering a favourite book — not memorising flashcards.
That’s why we adapt beautifully crafted stories for English learners at every level, from complete beginners to confident readers. Each reader is designed to be clear, engaging, and emotionally rewarding.
Our goal?
To help you understand your first book in English — and enjoy every step along the way.
What We Make
Adapted classics
We adapt stories specifically for language learners, shaping the language around your needs — not the other way around.
Graded readers from A0 to B2 (CEFR-aligned)
Every book is carefully written for a specific level, so you never feel lost. It’s like reading with a friendly guide who wants you to succeed.
Free audio narration
Native audio for every story, available on Spotify and YouTube, to support listening and pronunciation.
Cultural notes
Short explanations that help you understand not just the words, but the world behind them.
Vocabulary support
Vocabulary lists after each chapter and at the end of the book.
Ready-made Quizlet flashcards
For those of you who can’t live without them 😄
Who It’s For
- Self-learners who are tired of boring textbook dialogue
- Teachers looking for engaging classroom materials
- Anyone who wants to build confidence through real English stories
Our Method: Story First, Always
We follow research-backed principles like Comprehensible Input, CEFR progression, and high-frequency vocabulary — but we hide the hard work behind a great story.
Instead of drilling grammar, you absorb it naturally — just like you did with your first language. You’ll meet recurring characters. Experience funny, real, and sometimes magical moments. And grow, page by page.
With Audio. With Heart.
Every reader includes native audio narration, so you can:
- Train your ear while you read
- Improve pronunciation by shadowing the audio
- Learn to think in the language
Why We Built This
Language learning should feel like progress — not pressure.
We’re passionate language learners and storytellers who wanted something better than grammar tables and boring dialogues. So we built it ourselves.
Now, it’s yours too.
We hope these stories help you feel more confident, curious, and connected.
If you have questions or suggestions, we’d love to hear from you: info(at)storysteps.com
All the best,
The Story Steps Team