North American short stories enhance students' reading skills, language learning, and enjoyment of literature. Discovering Fiction, Second Edition, An Introduction Student's Book presents stories with universal appeal to engage students and make them think. Among the authors included are Sinclair Lewis, Kate Chopin, Mark Twain, and Morley Callaghan. Extensive pre-reading activities capture students' interest. Post-reading activities check their comprehension, increase their knowledge of grammar and vocabulary, and provide thought-provoking discussion and writing assignments. Literary term explanations and tasks enhance students' appreciation of literature.