An English novel is a story that is written in a book. It's like a really long story with many different parts and characters. When you read a novel, you can imagine all of the things happening in your head like you're watching a movie. Sometimes novels are set in different places or times, and they can teach you new things about the world around you. Some famous English novels are "Pride and Prejudice" and "Great Expectations." Reading a novel can be a really fun adventure!