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Explore original Spanish short stories with connected narration, misunderstandings, and decisions to follow. Their approximate B1–B2 targets make this collection a starting point for readers moving beyond basic everyday passages.
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The Books with a Circle
Hugo finds matching circles tucked into unrelated library books. An old return receipt makes the puzzle stranger.
Mystery
Hugo finds matching circles tucked into unrelated library books. An old return receipt makes the puzzle stranger.
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The Doorbell in the Hallway
A theatre rehearsal keeps missing its doorbell cue. Across the hall, another group hears it all too clearly.
Comedy
A theatre rehearsal keeps missing its doorbell cue. Across the hall, another group hears it all too clearly.
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A Borrowed Minute
A station caretaker finds a green button on an old clock. It offers him one extra minute, with a catch.
Fantasy
A station caretaker finds a green button on an old clock. It offers him one extra minute, with a catch.
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Romance
Un cambio de horario lleva a Irene y Óscar a hacer un plan fuera del taller.
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Travel and adventure
Una ruta de autobús distinta cambia el regreso de dos viajeros.
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Friendship and family
Dos hermanos vuelven a compartir cocina durante unas obras.
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Romance
Después de separarse, Paula y Andrés todavía tienen unas vacaciones pendientes.
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Mystery
Claudia pierde manzanas de su puesto, pero encuentra dinero que no recuerda haber recibido.
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Comedy
Una dueña de restaurante prepara una atención especial para la persona equivocada.
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Travel and adventure
Un grupo de teatro tiene que guardar su decorado antes de que llueva.
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Romance
Dos personas que fueron pareja coinciden frente a un piso que ninguna puede comprar sola.
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Mystery
En un taller aparecen dos personas con papeles que describen el mismo reloj.
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