Author Xue Yiwei on Shenzheners, Short Stories and the 'Real' China

We chat with Chinese author Xue Yiwei about his recently translated collection of short stories, the evolution of Chinese cities and what he's writing next.

by Amy Hawkins, 17 January 2017

Authors of Limits: An Empire's Rise Beyond its Borders

Dr. Matthias Messmer and Hsin-Mei Chuang explore the far-ranging edges of China in their latest book.

by Sarah Forman, 21 March 2019

Alec Ash Impresses With Book About Post-80s Youth

Author Alec Ash follows six Chinese youths of the post-80s generation in his Beijing-based book.

by Noelle Mateer, 04 June 2016

'Folding Beijing' Nominated for the Hugo Award

Chinese writer Hao Jingfan's Beijing-based novel is in the running for the prestigious sci-fi fiction awards.

by Dominique Wong, 28 April 2016

Spotlight: Life Coach Shane Yan Helps People Help Themselves

Singaporean-native Shane Yan is a certified life coach who helps people help themselves. But can she help us?

by Dominique Wong, 10 February 2017

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