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Listen English Stories | Learn English Through Short Stories

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Listen English is a story-based English listening podcast created to help learners truly understand spoken English, not just study it.In each episode, you will listen to carefully crafted short stories designed specifically for English learners at Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced levels. These stories are clear, natural, and engaging, allowing you to improve your listening comprehension in a practical and enjoyable way. Instead of random conversations or fast, confusing speech, Listen English

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029 | Intermediate - Short Story: A Chaotic Day at...

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2024/10/06

Title: A Chaotic Day at the BeachLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : Lily and Sarah head to the beach on a perfect summer day, hoping to relax and sunbathe. However, things don’t go as planned. First, a playful dog runs onto their towels, covering them in sand and water. After moving to a new spot, a group of seagulls swoops in and steals their snacks, leaving them laughing in surprise. But the mishaps continue when a volleyball lands on Sarah, and they get interrupted again. They move once more to a

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028 | Advanced - Short Story: Ella’s Journey to...

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2024/10/05

Title: Ella’s Journey to HealingLevel: Advanced (C)#Story : Ella, once full of energy and laughter, finds herself slipping into a deep depression that makes everyday life feel impossible. She struggles to get out of bed, loses touch with her friends, and feels isolated in her own thoughts. Despite the heaviness she carries, a message from her friend Maya sparks a small shift in her. Slowly, Ella begins to take small steps toward healing—writing in her journal, going for walks, and eventually seeking

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027 | Elementary - Short Story: David and the Lucky...

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2024/10/05

Title: David and the Lucky CatLevel: Beginner (A)#Story : David was walking home from school when he found an injured cat on the street. The cat’s leg was hurt, and David felt sad for it. He gently picked up the cat and took it home. His mother helped him call the vet. At the vet’s office, they found out that the cat had a broken leg, but it would be okay with some rest. David visited the cat every day at the vet, bringing treats and talking softly to it. After two weeks, the cat was ready to go

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026 | Beginner - Short Story: A Trip to the Bakery...

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2024/10/04

Title: A Trip to the BakeryLevel: Beginner (A)#Story : Tom and Lily are excited because their mother is taking them to the bakery. They love cookies, cakes, and all the sweet treats in the bakery. When they arrive, the smell of fresh bread and pastries makes them smile. Tom picks a big chocolate chip cookie, while Lily chooses a cupcake with pink icing and a cherry on top. Their mother buys fresh bread for lunch. On the way home, Tom starts eating his cookie, but Lily decides to save her cupcake for

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025 | Advanced - Short Story: The Ring of Persian...

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2024/10/03

Title: The Ring of Persian KingsLevel: Advanced (C)#Story :In ancient Persia, a blacksmith and sorcerer named Kâren crafted a magical ring that could grant its wearer unimaginable power. This ring, known as the Ring of Kings, promised that whoever wore it would ascend to the throne and rule as an unstoppable king. The first tale of the ring follows King Arash, an aging ruler with no heir. One evening, a mysterious figure presents him with the ring, claiming it will secure his kingdom's future

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024 | Intermediate - Short Story: Zara and the Open...

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2024/10/03

Title: Zara and the Open RoadLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : Zara, a 21-year-old motorcycle enthusiast, lives for the thrill of riding. Her customized black motorcycle is her pride and joy, and she feels free every time she hits the open road. One morning, Zara is invited to a motorcycle rally outside the city, where bikers from all over gather to ride together. At the rally, she meets new friends, including a guy with a Ducati who is impressed with her bike and riding skills. Together, they ride

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023 | Intermediate - Short Story: Melanie’s Night at...

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2024/10/02

Title: Melanie’s Night at the PartyLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : Melanie is nervous about attending her first real high school party. As she gets ready, her anxiety grows, but she knows her friends will be there. When she arrives at the party, she’s greeted by her best friend Sarah, who quickly helps her feel more comfortable. Melanie meets new people, joins in on a fun card game, and starts to relax. As the night goes on, she realizes that she’s having more fun than she expected. By the end of

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022 | Advanced - Short Story: The Final Move [English...

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2024/10/02

Title: The Final MoveLevel: Advanced (C)#Story : Nikolai Orlov and Maxime Dubois, two grandmasters, face off in the final match of the prestigious Grandmaster’s Tournament. Both men are at the top of their game, but their playing styles couldn’t be more different: Maxime thrives on aggression and chaos, while Nikolai is known for his calm, methodical approach. The game begins with classic opening moves, but soon, Maxime launches a daring sacrifice, creating a tactical storm. Nikolai, prepared for

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021 | Intermediate - Short Story: Emily’s Race to...

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2024/10/01

Title: Emily’s Race to VictoryLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : Emily, a high school runner, competes in an important race she’s been preparing for all year. She starts strong and leads for most of the race, but just before the finish line, her competitor, Jess, overtakes her, leaving Emily in second place. Emily is disappointed, but instead of giving up, she decides to train even harder. Over the next year, Emily works on her speed, endurance, and mental focus, determined to win the next race. She

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020 | Elementary - Short Story: Emma’s First Day at...

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2024/10/01

Title: Emma’s First Day at SchoolLevel: Beginner (A)#Story : Emma is a little girl who is nervous about her first day of school. She is scared and doesn’t know what to expect. When she arrives at the big school building, she feels even more worried. But when she meets her kind teacher, Mrs. Miller, and her new classmates, Lily and Tom, Emma starts to feel better. The class does fun activities like coloring, singing, and playing with toys. At recess, Emma plays with her new friends and forgets all

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019 | Advanced - Short Story: The Race for Redemption...

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2024/09/30

Title: The Race for RedemptionLevel: Advanced (C)#Story :Lucas Marquez, once a celebrated Formula 1 driver, enters the Monaco Grand Prix with a burning desire for redemption after a disastrous previous season. His main rival, Anton Grivko, stands in his way, having dominated the previous year. As the race begins, the tension between them is palpable. Both drivers push their cars to the limit on Monaco’s narrow and dangerous streets. Lap after lap, Lucas stays close behind Grivko, searching for an

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018 | Intermediate - Short Story: Sarah and David’s...

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2024/09/30

Title: Sarah and David’s Car SearchLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : Sarah and David visit a car exhibition to find a new vehicle. Their old sedan has served them well, but they are looking for something more modern and reliable. After browsing the exhibition, they come across a dark blue sedan that catches their attention. The car has good fuel efficiency, modern safety features, and a comfortable interior. They take it for a test drive and are impressed by how smooth and quiet it is compared to

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017 | Beginner - Short Story: The Sandcastle by the...

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2024/09/29

Title: The Sandcastle by the SeaLevel: Beginner (A)#Story : Emma and Ben are at the beach on a sunny day. They decide to build a big sandcastle together. They use their buckets and shovels to make tall walls and towers. Emma and Ben are very proud of their sandcastle. Ben even adds a small stick as a flag on top. But soon, the waves start coming closer. They try to protect their sandcastle by building the walls higher, but a big wave crashes and destroys everything. Even though they feel sad for a

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016 | Advanced - Short Story: Eryon’s Hunt in the...

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2024/09/28

Title: Eryon’s Hunt in the DarkwoodLevel: Advanced (C)#Story : Eryon, a legendary warrior, is tasked with venturing into the dark and mysterious Darkwood to hunt malevolent shadows that have been terrorizing nearby villages. These shadows are not ordinary foes but creatures of darkness that thrive on fear and despair. Armed with a magical sword and ancient knowledge, Eryon ventures deep into the heart of the forest. Along the way, he faces shifting, formless shadows that cannot be harmed by physical

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015 | Intermediate - Short Story: A Day at the...

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2024/09/27

Title: A Day at the Amusement ParkLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : Emma, Lily, Sarah, and Grace, four high school friends, spend a fun day at the city’s biggest amusement park. The girls are excited, especially Emma and Sarah, who can't wait to ride the new roller coaster. However, Lily and Grace are a bit nervous. Despite her fears, Lily agrees to go on the roller coaster, and after screaming through the ride, she realizes it wasn't as scary as she thought. The group enjoys the rest of the day,

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014 | Elementary - Short Story: Space Museum [English...

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2024/09/27

Title: Hannah’s Trip to the Space MuseumLevel: Elementary (A)#Story : Hannah loves reading about space, so she is very excited to visit the space museum with her dad. When they arrive, Hannah is amazed by the giant rocket model, planets hanging from the ceiling, and real space objects. As they walk through the museum, Hannah asks many questions about space—how astronauts live, what it's like to walk on the moon, and how long stars live. Her favorite part of the trip is the space simulator, which

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013 | Advanced - Short Story: Sarah’s Journey into...

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2024/09/26

Title: Sarah’s Journey into ActingLevel: Advanced (C)#Story : Sarah has always admired the world of theater, but she never thought she could be part of it. One day, after months of hesitation, she signs up for acting classes at a prestigious school. From the moment she enters the grand, historic building, Sarah feels out of place, surrounded by confident, experienced students. Her instructor, Mark, immediately pushes the class to dig deep into their emotions. In the first exercise, they make silent

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012 | Intermediate - Short Story: John’s Broken Truck...

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2024/09/26

Title: John’s Broken TruckLevel: Intermediate (B)#Story : John, a hardworking farmer, relies on his old pickup truck for farm work. One hot afternoon, the truck refuses to start, and the engine sputters and stops. Frustrated, John tries to fix it himself but realizes he needs help. He calls his friend, Tom, who knows a lot about cars. Tom arrives and quickly discovers that the truck’s fuel pump is broken. John is worried about the cost and time it will take to fix. The next day, John goes to town to

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011 | Elementary - Short Story: Supermarket Trip...

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2024/09/25

Title: Sophie and Nana’s Supermarket TripLevel: Beginner (A)#Story : Sophie is a happy seven-year-old girl who loves visiting her grandmother, Nana. One sunny morning, Nana takes Sophie to the supermarket. Sophie is excited because she loves the bright colors of the fruits and vegetables. Nana gives Sophie the shopping list, and together they start picking up items. Sophie finds bananas, bread, milk, and other things. She helps Nana carefully choose the best vegetables and even helps carry the eggs

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Elementary E02 - Short Story: Lena’s Dream [English...

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2024/09/24

Title: Lena’s DreamLevel: Elementary (A2)1. Lena’s Dream Lena loved music. She worked as a DJ for many years. One day, she thought, “I want my own night club.” This was her big dream. She wanted a place where people could dance to her music and have fun.2. Looking for a Building Lena needed a place for her night club. She looked around the city. Some buildings were too small. Some were too expensive. Then, she found an old, big building. It was empty and dirty, but Lena saw it could be perfect

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