Follow the moment
Discover Korean in familiar situations, with English alongside to help you follow the meaning.
KOREAN, ONE STORY AT A TIME
Small stories.
Everyday
Korean.
Step into familiar moments, meet new words, and build your understanding of Korean through stories made for beginners.
안녕하세요!
Your next chapter in Korean
starts with a simple hello.
KOREAN SHORT STORIES
FOR BEGINNERS
FOR BEGINNERS
Korean + EnglishEveryday situationsVocabulary & mini quizzesBeginner-friendly reading
A LITTLE READING. A LOT TO DISCOVER.
From “I know that word”
to “I get this story.”
Make words familiar
Focus on useful vocabulary and see expressions again in different everyday contexts.
Read it your way
Return to the Korean text, review the vocabulary, and check your understanding with a mini quiz.
MEET YOUR NEXT READ
Two books.
The same welcoming level.
Start with Book I or explore Book II when it arrives. Each is a standalone collection for beginners.
THE ORIGINAL COLLECTIONBOOK I · 30 STORIES
Korean Short Stories
for Beginners
Learn Korean through everyday situations, from meeting people to ordering food and going shopping.
- Korean & English reading
- Key vocabulary and mini comprehension quizzes
- A Korean-only reread for extra practice
Opens the external store. Check current formats, pricing and availability there.
MORE MOMENTS TO EXPLOREBOOK II · 20 MORE STORIES
Korean Short Stories
for Beginners II
More everyday situations to explore at the same beginner level. A fresh collection you can enjoy on its own.
- New stories for more reading practice
- The same beginner-friendly approach
- No need to complete Book I first
COMING SOON
Explore the reading approachEbook and paperback listings are on their way.
OPEN A PAGE
A small taste
of everyday Korean.
Read the Korean, reveal the English when you need it, then give the vocabulary a try.
BOOK II · STORY 01 · EXCERPT
준수의 과학 실험
Junsu’s Science Experiment
준수는 집에 돌아와 인터넷을 검색해 보기로 했습니다. 그는 여러 가지 실험 중에서 '베이킹소다 화산'을 선택했습니다. "이거 정말 재미있어 보인다!" 준수는 중얼거렸습니다. 그는 필요한 재료를 준비하기 시작했습니다. 베이킹소다, 식초, 그리고 색소를 찾았습니다.
Junsu decided to search the internet when he got home. Out of many experiments, he chose the 'baking soda volcano.' "This looks really fun!" Junsu muttered. He started gathering the necessary materials: baking soda, vinegar, and food coloring.
Excerpt from Korean Short Stories for Beginners II, p. 5. By CGSI Linguists Team. © CGSI Books. All rights reserved.
A few words to keep.
- 실험
- Experiment
- 베이킹소다
- Baking soda
- 식초
- Vinegar
- 색소
- Food coloring
From the story’s vocabulary list, pp. 7–8.
CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING
What did Junsu choose?
준수는 어떤 과학 실험을 선택했나요?
Choose an answer to see how you did.
Question from p. 11; answer choices added for this sample.
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE PAGES
Made for curious minds.
CGSI BOOKSTHE UTILE COLLECTION
CGSI Linguists Team
These books bring practical Korean learning to the page through original stories about everyday life.
Published by CGSI Books as part of The Utile Collection, they offer a welcoming way to explore the language one situation at a time.
Discover CGSIA FEW GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you begin.
Which book should I start with?
Book I contains 30 stories; Book II adds 20 more at the same beginner level. Both are standalone. Book I is listed in the external stores now; Book II is coming soon.
Is Book II more advanced?
No. Book II offers new situations and more practice at the same beginner level. It is not an intermediate course, and you do not need to finish Book I first.
Is there English support?
Yes. The stories pair Korean with English to support understanding. Book I also includes vocabulary lists, mini comprehension quizzes and a Korean-only review.
Where can I buy a copy?
Use the links above to visit Payhip for the Book I ebook or Lulu for the paperback. Purchases, payment and delivery are handled by those stores. Book II store links will be added when available.
Which ebook format will I receive?
The current Book I Payhip listing describes a PDF download. Check the product listing before purchasing for the latest included formats. Book II purchase formats will be confirmed when its listing is available.
YOUR NEXT WORD IS WAITING