At a girls’ boarding house, Jean and her friends are busy planning a cheerful Christmas for themselves. They suddenly remember that Aurelia Prescott, a quiet girl who keeps to herself, will be alone for the holiday. Realizing how sad that must feel, the girls decide to surprise her with a small party, decorations, and gifts. Their kind plan brings everyone together and teaches them the true spirit of Christmas: reaching out to someone who needs friendship and warmth.

In a busy café in New York, a man talks proudly about being a cosmopolite—someone who belongs to no one country but feels at home everywhere. He says he has no ties, no roots, and loves all people the same. But when another customer listens and asks him one simple question, the man’s answer shows a funny and very human truth. This is an adapted version of O. Henry’s famous story, simplified to A2 level.

A little boy finds a small dark-brown dog that follows him home. The boy and the dog become close friends, and the dog stays with the family. But life in the house is not easy. The adults often treat the dog badly, and the boy tries to protect him. The story shows how the dog’s gentle nature and loyalty cannot stop the unfairness around him. Through the boy and the dog’s friendship, the story reflects the hard and cruel treatment some groups faced in society. This is an adapted version of Stephen Crane’s story, simplified to A2 level.

Miss Emily Grierson is a mysterious and reclusive woman living in the Southern town of Jefferson. The townspeople watch her life from a distance, whispering about her family, her strange habits, and her refusal to follow modern changes. After her strict father dies, Emily struggles to accept loss and becomes even more isolated. The story moves back and forth in time, showing how Emily’s loneliness, pride, and the weight of Southern traditions shape her life.

A young woman tells her doctor she cannot understand how a wife could ever lie to her husband. The doctor disagrees and tells her a story about one of his patients—a woman who tried to hide her love affair. When something terrible happens, the doctor must help her cover the truth... This is an adapted version of Guy de Maupassant’s famous story, simplified to A2 level.

A young man decides to live for a while as a poor person in the city to see what life is really like on the streets. He spends the night in a cheap lodging house and meets people who are tired, hungry, and alone. Through his experience, he begins to understand what poverty and hardship truly mean... This is an adapted version of Stephen Crane’s story, simplified to A2 level.

Mr. Neave is an old man who feels tired after many years of hard work. His family wants him to stop working and rest, but he finds it hard to let go of his business and his role as the head of the family. At home, everyone is busy preparing for a party, but Mr. Neave feels lonely and unsure about his place in their lives... This is an adapted version of Katherine Mansfield’s story, simplified to A2 level.

In a strange land, two babies from very different worlds meet. One baby is poor and rough, while the other is rich and dressed in fine clothes. When the poor baby asks to play with the rich baby’s toy and is refused, trouble begins... This is an adapted version of the story, simplified to A2 level.

The Bundren family in rural Mississippi sets out on a long and difficult journey to bury their mother, Addie. Each member of the family carries private thoughts, emotions, and personal reasons for taking part in the trip, and their voices reveal the tensions and hopes that hold them together—and pull them apart. The story is told through many different viewpoints, showing how each person sees life, death, and duty in their own way. Along the way, the family faces floods, fires, and hardship, revealing both their strength and their struggles.

A man named Egaeus lives in an old house with his cousin Berenice, who becomes very sick. As her illness grows worse, Egaeus develops a strange obsession with one part of her appearance. When tragedy strikes, his dark thoughts take control, leading to a shocking discovery. This is an adapted version of the story, simplified to A2 level.

During a war in France, a group of people travel together in a coach to escape danger. One of the passengers is Boule de Suif, a kind woman who is judged because of her job. At first, the others look down on her, but when trouble comes, she is the only one who helps everyone... This is an adapted version of Guy de Maupassant’s famous story, simplified to A2 level.

In this thoughtful collection of essays, Rabindranath Tagore reflects on how creativity connects people, nature, and the divine. He explores how art, science, and spirituality can work together to bring harmony to the world. Tagore believes that true creativity comes from love and understanding, not competition or greed. Tagore reflects on topics like education, freedom, love, and the importance of understanding others across nations and cultures. He believes that through creativity and compassion, people can rise above division and build a more peaceful and beautiful world. The book combines philosophy, poetry, and spirituality, showing Tagore’s vision of life as one great act of creation.

In a lively Southern town, two neighbors, Jim and Dave, both claim ownership of the same Thanksgiving turkey. What starts as a small argument quickly turns into a funny and dramatic case in the local courtroom, where each man tries to outsmart the other. Through sharp humor, quick dialogue, and clever storytelling, Zora Neale Hurston shows how pride, wit, and community spirit shape everyday life.

During a war, a journalist joins the Greek soldiers because he feels sorry for them and wants to help. As a battle begins, a small child watches from a hill and feels deep sadness. The story shows how war hurts everyone—even the innocent who only watch. This is an adapted version of Stephen Crane’s powerful story, simplified to A2 level.

Ma Parker is an older woman who works hard every day cleaning for a writer. She has just lost her beloved grandson Lennie, and she is filled with sadness. The writer tries to say something kind, but he does not really understand her pain. As Ma Parker cleans the kitchen, she remembers her difficult life...The story shows how she carries her sorrow silently, even while doing her everyday tasks. This is an adapted version of the story, simplified to A2 level.