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Mandarin Chinese Graded Readers & Audiobooks
Why Choose MandoLearn Graded Readers
Fully localized editions
We localize our books so you can master the vocabulary used in China (Simplified) or Taiwan (Traditional). Every audiobook is narrated by native speakers from those regions, training your ears to recognize authentic accents.
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Real-world dialogues
We were tired of dry textbook tales that feel disconnected from daily life. Our stories feature modern, realistic dialogue designed to build the vocabulary you actually need for real-world conversations.
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Crafted by real people
We take huge pride in our craft. Every single story we offer is written, edited, translated, narrated, and illustrated by real people. When you open a MandoLearn book, you are engaging with a true labor of love.
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Featured Audiobooks
Master Mandarin naturally through engaging stories. Designed for New HSK 1 & 2 levels, featuring high-quality audio recorded by native speakers. Click "Shop All" to explore both China and Taiwan editions.
Lisa had a plan: move abroad, ace her Chinese classes, and embrace a new adventure in one of the world’s most vibrant cities. Romance? Not exactly on the agenda. But that all changes when she’s greeted at the airport by a young local who helps her navigate the city’s twists and turns. He’s charming, helpful… and completely off-limits!
A chance encounter at a language exchange rekindles their connection, sparking chemistry that neither can ignore. But when Lisa suspects he has a girlfriend, things get awkward, fast. Cue a string of blush-worthy misunderstandings, mixed signals, and moments that make her wonder: is she falling for a guy who’s already taken?
"Beijing with You" is a lighthearted Mandarin Chinese graded reader that lets you fall in love with the city's charm, and maybe a little romance on the side. Perfect for learners who want an easy-listen, feel-good story that will make them smile, swoon, and keep listening!
Proudly AI-Free: 100% human-written, human-narrated, and human-illustrated.
When Lin Yue An’s beloved umbrella, a cherished birthday gift from her late father, disappears in a sudden rainstorm, she’s left heartbroken, clinging to the sentimental memory it holds. Enter Chen Jia Hao, a handsome stranger who seems to pop up at the most unexpected moments. What starts as an awkward mix-up quickly turns into a series of chance encounters filled with tension, humor, and unspoken sparks. As Lin Yue An remains stubbornly on her mission to reclaim her lost umbrella, she may just stumble into something far more surprising: a love story she never saw coming.
“My Beloved Umbrella” is a heartwarming Mandarin Chinese graded reader that takes you on a rollercoaster ride of emotions. Ideal for learners seeking an easy-to-read, feel-good story that will leave you smiling and unable to stop!
Proudly AI-Free: 100% human-written, human-narrated, and human-illustrated.
What People Are Saying About Our Books
“In the past, I have read graded readers that use simplified characters, but this time I was specifically looking for a book to help me get up to speed on recognizing traditional characters. This title stood out as something new, so I purchased it. After reading the first chapter, I discovered that the story is fully localized, including vocabulary specific to Taiwan. Perfect! I read the book (simultaneously listening to the audio) while on my flight to Taiwan, and stepped off the plane better prepared.”
— MattG (My Beloved Umbrella, Taiwan Version)
“It’s difficult to write a compelling story with limited vocabulary. But the authors found a way to lure me in. I never felt that I was doing Mandarin homework. rather I was simply enjoying the narrative. The book helped me increase my excitement about learning Mandarin, knowing that I can consume content in the language while forgetting that it's in Mandarin, but just being intrigued, entertained and moved.”
— Aaron Buchwald (My Beloved Umbrella)
“Definitely the best series of graded readers I’ve come across. “Real” storylines that don’t make you feel like you’re reading a child’s story, best adjusted for beginner level and word repetitions to learn. But most importantly the technical delivery of the Kindle version is by far the best. Not sure why other Mandarin graded readers screw this up so entirely, but for the MandoLearn books there is really no issue - fully adjustable font size, pop-up footnotes, no weird character/display issues, …”
— Reader on Amazon (Beijing with You)