Comedy Drama Fantasy Historical Josei Romance Slice of Life Su Man-er had transmigrated into a period novel and became the male lead’s newly wedded wife in the ’80s. He had spent every dime in his possession and more to marry her. The little delicate wife had previously heard that the...
Part historical fiction, part magical realism, and 100 percent adventure. Thirteen-year-old Mei reimagines the myths of Paul Bunyan as starring a Chinese heroine while she works in a Sierra Nevada logging camp in 1885. Aware of the racial tumult in the years after the passage of the Chinese...
BL: Boys’ Love. Originating from the Japanese ACG culture, this Internet slang term refers to literary or anime works about homosexual relationships between teenage boys. 攪基[jiǎo jī]: To display homosexuality. To develop romantic relationships as homosexuals. 腐女[fǔ nǚ]: Rotten+female. T...
A little bit of warning – the anime is based on a popular Chinese BL (boys-love) novel, though the BL factor is quite limited in the anime and mostly focuses on the drama, actions, and investigation cliches. Currently, Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation sits at 2nd place in my list of...
TheAstrid Lindgren Memorial Award(ALMA) is a global award, given annually to a person or organisation for their outstanding contribution to children’s and young adult literature. Created by the Swedish government in 2002, it offers a prize of five million Swedish kronor, the largest award of ...
Historical Background Chinese medicine is believed to be a complete medical system that has diagnosed, treated, and prevented illness for more than 23 centuries. It is one of the earliest forms of holistic medicine and is still widely used today. Chinese herbal medicine, which dates back to 340...
relationships and face challenges that test their strength and resolve. The stories are not just about romance; they delve into the depths of human nature, exploring themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the power of love. Whether you're a fan of historical fiction or simply enjoy a good drama ...
You Novel Series|Immerse in the suspenseful world of Wu Yu and Bu Chonghua with the New Po Yun II Swallow The Sea Official Comic Book. This teen & young adult BL manga is a must-have for fans of the genre.
In addition to this project on the adaptation and retelling of old stories, my new research employs feminist and queer theories to examine BL (boys’ love) fandom in Chinese and East Asian contexts. I am currently working on an edited collection on The Untamed (陈情令) with Maria Alberto (...
The drama is based on the Rise of Phoenixes, an ongoing Chinese novel series. This historical fantasy is like a beautiful piece of art. Besides the outstanding story, it is also a treat to the senses. It isn’t just visually memorable, but the sounds are great as well. The Rise of ...