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Li Er is a writer's writer, whose novels are replete with inter-textual references to 20th-century modernists of the western cannon even as he doffs his cap to Qing (1644-1911)-era fictional styles.
Mo Yan, arguably China's most-watched writer, explores the moral dilemmas around its famed one-child policy (that reportedly saved the world an additional burden of 450 million people) with great sensitivity in his last novel, Frog.
Tie Ning, re-elected the chair of the 5,000-strong Chinese Writers' Association last November, is the author of more than 50 publications.
Li Changchun, a senior official of the Communist Party of China (CPC), met here Tuesday with British Prime Minister David Cameron, saying that Sino-British ties generally maintain a good momentum of development.
The 42nd London Book Fair opened at Earl's Court Exhibition Centre in London on April 16. Li Changchun attended the opening ceremony of this major international publishing event.
What the readers say about works by Anni Baobei.
Described as a writer ahead of her time, Anni Baobei reveals rare bits of her personal life and explains the spiritual themes in her prose.
A slew of books written by senior Chinese government officials were unveiled at the 2012 London International Book Fair.
China is the event's market focus this year, and plays a key role in international sales and rights of contents.
China was never on the radar of David Ferguson until he married a Chinese lady and decided to move to China to look for a change.
The largest delegation of Chinese writers visiting the London Book Fair is hoping to win over both British and worldwide audiences.
Li Changchun, a senior official of the Communist Party of China (CPC), arrived in London on Sunday on an official goodwill visit to Britain to promote bilateral ties and cultural exchange.