¡Gracias! mi amigos. ¡Yo soy feliz!

I'd like to write more if I know much Spanish vocabulary. I will practise more. Another queries, there is a speaking exam ahead in a few weeks time, what to do in order to upgrade my speaking ability please?
Also do you suggest the new learner to read 'short story' which may help the reading ability too? Never mind the listening because depsite from radio, there isn't a place to discuss with in person (for free I meant); and regarding the radio, it's too fast to catch up or understand.