# Chinese Stories - Intermediate

> Mandarin Chinese learning e-books with interactive vocabulary and progress tracking. (iPhone/iPad app by Chinese Stories Publishing Co., Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chinese-stories-intermediate/id635821505 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chinese Stories Publishing Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/455650579)
- Category: Education, Books
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.40/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 39 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-05-03
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chinese-stories-intermediate/id635821505/reviews.md

## What is Chinese Stories?

If you are learning Mandarin Chinese, our monthly E-books will provide you with the best learning experiences.

Now we have two different levels of E-book collection, which are Elementary and intermediate. As for Advanced level, it is coming soon in six months. You can purchase the E-book in accordance with your language proficiency.

The language used is carefully selected to correspond to official levels. For texts in Simplified Chinese, the characters are chosen in accordance with New HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi) levels in Mainland China. Our Elementary level corresponds to New HSK level 3, and Intermediate level to New HSK level 4.

As for Traditional Chinese version, the words used are also carefully chosen on the basis of the TOP (the Test of Proficiency-Huayu) standard in Taiwan. Our Elementary level corresponds to TOP elementary level, and Intermediate level to TOP intermediate level. 

Each E-book has 12 stories, and each story contains 450~500 Chinese characters.

Our Chinese learning E-books have features as followed: 

1.Click on a colored words, and we will show you its English definition, pinyin, part of speech, sentences, and its HSK/TOP level.
2.  Click on “More,” and you get to know different meanings of the same word.
3.  You can save words you don’t know or aren’t familiar with to memorize later.
4.  Click on hyperlinks of proper nouns such as place names or celebrity names, and learn more about Chinese geography, culture, and history while reading Chinese stories.
5.  Every story comes with full English translation and pinyin.
6.  We track your progress. After reading each article, a five-question quiz will test how well your understanding of the story is and will keep a record of your first-time test result. 
7.  The audio version of each story enables you to listen to standard Chinese and to train your Chinese listening skill.

## Key features

- Interactive word definitions and pinyin
- HSK/TOP level vocabulary indicators
- Save words for later memorization
- Learn culture and history through proper nouns
- Full English translation and pinyin for stories
- Progress tracking with quizzes
- Audio versions for listening practice

## Recent user reviews (10 of 12)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chinese-stories-intermediate/id635821505/reviews.md

### 1/5 — App

*2025-12-07, version 1.6.1*

This app not working

### 1/5 — Crashes immediately

*2022-01-29, version 1.6.1*

The app doesn't even load. Too bad.

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2021-12-26*

Diwnloaded for the 4th time and still doesn’t work.

### 4/5 — Content moved to new app?

*2019-05-12, version 1.6.1*

This app used to have amazing content for practicing reading comprehension. It seems like the publisher consolidated all the different leveled content into a single app now.  Having this broken and unsupported app still in the store is very confusing.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t open

*2019-04-01*

This is a great app, and I have spent quite a bit of money purchasing books for my children, but this app no longer opens and I can’t access my previously purchased content.

### 1/5 — Needs urgent fix

*2018-06-12, version 1.6.1*

App used to work and I recall it is a good app. Recently though, I cannot even open the app.

### 1/5 — app crashes constantly

*2016-06-29, version 1.5.2*

stories are great, hsk 4-ish. app simply doesn't work

### 1/5 — WHY IS IT NOW WORKING?????

*2016-04-26, version 1.5.2*

I LOVE this app, let’s get it clear. BUT right now they re NOT loading at all!!!!!

### 5/5 — Exactly what I was looking for!

*2015-05-05, version 1.3.1*

This app is exactly what I was looking for: short stories in Chinese with pinyin if you need them and vocabulary you can click for pop up definitions. I'm learning already! My only complaint is that each book is expensive.

### 5/5 — Great app

*2013-07-16, version 1.0.2*

Easy to use. Good articles for my Chinese level;)

## Frequently asked questions about Chinese Stories

### What is the learning methodology of Chinese Stories?

Chinese Stories utilizes e-books with carefully selected vocabulary corresponding to official HSK and TOP levels. It incorporates interactive features like word definitions, pinyin, and cultural context to enhance understanding.

### How does Chinese Stories track user progress?

After reading each article, Chinese Stories provides a five-question quiz to test comprehension. The app keeps a record of your first-time test results to help monitor your learning journey.

### What are the different levels available in Chinese Stories?

Currently, Chinese Stories offers Elementary and Intermediate levels for both Simplified and Traditional Chinese. An Advanced level is planned for release in the next six months.

### Does Chinese Stories offer audio for the stories?

Yes, each story comes with an audio version. This feature allows users to listen to standard Chinese pronunciation and train their listening comprehension skills.

### What is the pricing for Chinese Stories?

Chinese Stories is available for free. However, users can purchase e-book collections within the app to access different learning levels and content.

### What devices are supported by Chinese Stories?

Chinese Stories is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible for users across the Apple ecosystem.

### How often is Chinese Stories updated?

The app was last updated on September 12, 2016, to version 1.6.1. Future updates may introduce new content or features based on user feedback and development plans.

### What is the age rating for Chinese Stories?

Chinese Stories has an age rating of 4+, indicating it is suitable for a wide range of users, including younger learners and adults.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.1 — 2016-09-12

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Bug fixes.

### 1.6.0 — 2016-07-21

New note function! Now you can add notes on articles.

### 1.5.2 — 2016-03-28

UI optimize

### 1.5 — 2016-01-29

- Minor bug fixes.

### 1.4 — 2015-10-30

- Minor bug fixes.
- Modify layout for b2b user

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All apps by Chinese Stories Publishing Co., Ltd.: https://appshunter.io/developer/455650579

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