An English short story is a brief work of prose fiction, focusing on a few characters and events, often readable in one sitting, with popular examples ranging from classic fables like “The Fox and the Grapes” to modern tales about surprises, grief, or learning English through stories like “Katia’s Birthday” or “The Snowman”. These narratives, found on sites like Reedsy and AmericanLiterature.com, are great for building vocabulary and exploring culture, with many available for different ages and levels, notes the British Council.