The newest session of the International Showcase of Young Chinese Writers was held in Beijing on Oct 13, jointly organized by the International Department of the China Writers Association and the National Library of China.
The event spotlighted 26 contemporary young Chinese authors to the global stage: Zhe Gui, Lin Sen, Wen Zhen, Li Hongwei, Du Lan, Chen Chongzheng, Li Juan, Yang Hao, San San, Ban Yu, Lin Zhao, Wang Zhanhei, Yan Ge, Chen Chuncheng, Shi Yifeng, Pulizi, Jiang Zai, Aynur Tumarbeck, Zheng Zaihuan, Qi Jinnian, Sonam Tsering, Zhu Shanpo, Cai Chongda, Cai Dong, Gerelchimeg Blackcrane, and Yang Zhihan.
During the international promotion session, around 30 renowned Sinologists, translators, publishers, and literary critics delivered remarks in person, via pre-recorded video, or online. They spoke highly of the booming landscape of contemporary Chinese literature and youth writing, expressing strong interest in bringing more outstanding Chinese literary works to readers worldwide.
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The event is part of the China Writers Association's "Young Chinese Writers International Promotion Program". Since its launch earlier this year, the initiative has featured over 50 young writers. Moving forward, it will leverage channels such as the Chinese Literature Readers' Club (an international literary exchange platform) to broaden its reach, deepen engagement with global audiences, and foster mutual learning among civilizations.
