Jules Verne's underwater adventure adapted for the Pre-A1 level.

For new English learners, jumping straight into native-level novels can be overwhelming. books are designed specifically to bridge this gap, offering simplified language that builds confidence without sacrificing the joy of a good story. What is Penguin Readers Starter Level?

The Starter Level is the foundation of the Penguin Readers series, a collection of aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) . Difficulty Level: Pre-A1 (the absolute beginning stage).

While physical books are classic, many learners look for the or digital versions for several practical reasons:

A simplified version of Sherlock Holmes’ most famous mystery, often presented in a graphic novel format to aid understanding.

Digital editions allow you to start reading immediately on a tablet, laptop, or phone.

Typically contains 400–600 words total per book.