Beijing/Taipei With You: A Chinese Graded Reader for New HSK 1 (Traditional & Simplified)

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”/"Taipei 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-to-read, feel-good story that will make them smile, swoon, and keep turning the pages!

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TAIWAN VERSION AUDIO COMING SOON!

Key Features

Bilingual Format: Read the story in Chinese first, then refer to the complete English translation for clarity and improved understanding.
Downloadable Audio: Enhance your listening skills with professionally narrated audio, available for download. (Taiwan version audio not available yet!)
Pop-up Footnotes: Tap-to-reveal definitions, pinyin (and Zhuyin in Taiwan versions) for words outside the core vocabulary, making the text more accessible for learners.
Key Word Lists: Curated lists of key vocabulary at the end of each chapter help you review and solidify your understanding.

Product Information

Level Requirement: 300 characters, New HSK 1
Language: Taiwan Standard Mandarin, Standard Mandarin from China & English
Script: Traditional Chinese Characters, Simplified Chinese Characters & English
Format: eBook (EPUB file)
Compatibility: Apple Books, Kindle, Google Play Books, Kobo

Download Instructions

You can purchase the book directly from your preferred platform:

Alternatively, purchase from our website at a discount:

1. Purchase: After buying the book on our Shopify store, you will receive a download link immediately.

2. Transfer to Your Device:

For Apple Devices (iPhone, iPad, Mac): Open the download link on your device and choose to open it in the Apple Books app.
For Kindle Devices: Download the file and use the “Send to Kindle” feature via email or USB transfer.
For Google Play Books: Upload the file to your Google Play Books account on your computer, and it will sync to your devices.
For Kobo Devices: Connect your Kobo device to your computer via USB, then drag and drop the file into the “Kobo eReader” folder.

How to Get Started

Check the Sample: Open the book sample to see if it matches your level.
Purchase & Download: Follow the download instructions for your preferred device. If you want the audio, add the audio and ebook to your cart, and the audio will automatically become free. (Taiwan version audio coming soon!)
Start Reading & Listening: Access the audio on our website, enjoy the story with interactive pop-up footnotes, and reinforce learning with key word lists at the end of each chapter.

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Exceptional Graded Reader

I purchased Taipei With You (Traditional Version) on the Amazon Kindle store. As a person studying Chinese in Taiwan, I discovered that there are essentially no Taiwan-centric graded readers on the market. After reading around 12 graded readers (all Chinese focused) I came across MandoLearn. I immediately purchased the Taiwanese version of the book - it was exactly what I’d been looking for! Graded readers have been invaluable to my Chinese progression and this book stands out as one of the best. After completing it, I immediately bought their next book, ‘My Beloved Umbrella,’ and am halfway through that.

Note: I have studied Chinese for around 7 months. Both books have taught me some new vocab whilst still being a comfortable read.

Pros:
- A highly engaging cute romance story.
- Exceptional use of the Kindle footnotes - best use of it of any graded reader I’ve read thus far.
- The review of the vocab at the end of each chapter is great

Cons:
- I have to wait for new books!