Frankfurt Book Fair

The World Needs Don Quixote-Style Writers: "Curses of the Kingdom of Xixia" Written by Acclaimed Author Xue Mo Successfully Launched at the 2024 London Book Fair

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星期二, 三月 19, 2024
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AURORA, Ill., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New Fiction titled "Curses of the Kingdom of Xixia" written by Xue Mo was launched at the London Book Fair.

Key Points: 
  • AURORA, Ill., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New Fiction titled "Curses of the Kingdom of Xixia" written by Xue Mo was launched at the London Book Fair.
  • Neyko Genchev, President of Faber Publishers and Deputy Mayor of Sofia, Bulgaria, also dropped by to congratulate Mr. Xue Mo on his new publication.
  • Genchev, who has been following Xue Mo's work since encountering it at the Beijing International Book Fair (BIBF), regards "Select Stories by Xue Mo" as his bedside reading.
  • He said that Xue Mo is a rare embodiment of thousands of years of Chinese sages.

As the war in Gaza continues, Germany’s unstinting defence of Israel has unleashed a culture war that has just reached Australia

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星期二, 二月 13, 2024
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His work led him to being offered a stint at Germany’s prestigious Max Planck Institute for Social Anthropology.

Key Points: 
  • His work led him to being offered a stint at Germany’s prestigious Max Planck Institute for Social Anthropology.
  • This came less than two months after the Max Planck Foundation, with war in Gaza raging, had announced “additional funding for German-Israeli collaborations”.
  • What to me is a fair, intellectual critique of Israel, for them is “antisemitism according to the law in Germany”.

A political ideal

  • As he succinctly writes:
    I have a political ideal that I have always struggled for regarding Israel/Palestine.
  • It is the ideal of a multi-religious society made from
    Christians, Muslims and Jews living together on that land.
  • I have a political ideal that I have always struggled for regarding Israel/Palestine.
  • It is the ideal of a multi-religious society made from
    Christians, Muslims and Jews living together on that land.
  • His criticism of current Israeli policy, he insists, stems from the Netanyahu government’s determination to “work against such a goal”.

Self-imposed red lines

  • It is worth pointing out that it is not just happening in Germany.
  • Universities in the United States are under siege from students and community groups variously accusing them of both antisemitism and Islamophobia.
  • Largely, however, what’s happening in Germany is a result of some self-imposed red lines the German press, the German courts and the German parliament have imposed on public debate.
  • Rather, it is a result of Germany’s current belief that its genocidal, antisemitic Nazi past implies future unwavering support for Israel.
  • It might equally be said that Germany has a special responsibility to stridently oppose ethnic cleansing, war crimes and genocide wherever they occur.

Enough?

  • Sharp words from German government officials about the renewed Israeli campaign in Rafah suggest this might be possible.
  • The German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock warned recently “the people of Gaza cannot vanish into thin air”.


Matt Fitzpatrick receives funding from the Australian Research Council.

Xue Mo Discusses Creative Writing: Embracing Hong Kong as a New "Landmark" for Future Inspirations

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星期二, 十二月 26, 2023
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This statement came during a recent reader interaction at Chung Hwa Book Store's Yau Ma Tei branch in Hong Kong on December 18, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • This statement came during a recent reader interaction at Chung Hwa Book Store's Yau Ma Tei branch in Hong Kong on December 18, 2023.
  • "Of all my novels, 'Qiang Village' might not be the best, but it's certainly the most unique," Xue Mo proudly introduced his latest work to the audience.
  • He expressed his hope to make Hong Kong his new "landmark" for future inspirations, drawing from its vibrant energy to enrich his future works.
  • This book sharing session was co-sponsored by Hong Kong Zhonghua International Media Publishing Group and Hong Kong Shangpa Culture Distribution Co., Ltd.

Acclaimed Author Xue Mo Made Lasting Impressions at Frankfurt Book Fair, Next Stop: 2023 Miami Book Fair

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星期五, 十一月 10, 2023
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CHICAGO, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 75th Frankfurt Book Fair has drawn to a close, and renowned author Xue Mo emerged as one of the brightest stars of this year's event.

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  • CHICAGO, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 75th Frankfurt Book Fair has drawn to a close, and renowned author Xue Mo emerged as one of the brightest stars of this year's event.
  • Xue Mo is about to participate in the forthcoming Miami Book Fair, scheduled from November 17 to 19, featuring the new releases "Curses of the Kingdom of Xixia" and "Into the Desert."
  • Indeed, Xue Mo was the only author with an independent exhibition stand displaying personal works at the 2023 Frankfurt Book Fair, and the sole Chinese writer invited to the 75th anniversary opening ceremony by the organizers.
  • "Curses of the Kingdom of Xixia" written by Xue Mo, translated by Fan Pen Li Chen Amazon Bestsellers Link:

WebNovel Announces a Brand Upgrade at the Frankfurt Book Fair, with over 200 Million User Visits

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星期六, 十月 21, 2023
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(Hou Xiaonan, CEO and President of Yuewen Group, speaks at the "Global 50 CEO Talk" during the 75th Frankfurt Book Fair.

Key Points: 
  • (Hou Xiaonan, CEO and President of Yuewen Group, speaks at the "Global 50 CEO Talk" during the 75th Frankfurt Book Fair.
  • That afternoon, Hou Xiaonan, CEO and President of Yuewen Group, participated in the "Global 50 CEO Talk" held at the Frankfurt Book Fair.
  • Claudia Kaiser, Vice Chair of the Frankfurt Book Fair, stated during the WebNovel brand upgrade event that online novels are incredibly fascinating, not just in China, but worldwide.
  • As of June this year, WebNovel has nurtured approximately 380,000 online writers globally, released about 560,000 original works, accumulated a user base of over 200 million visits, covering over 200 countries and regions worldwide.

WebNovel announced a brand upgrade at the Frankfurt Book Fair, with over 200 million user visits

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星期五, 十月 20, 2023
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(Hou Xiaonan, CEO and President of Yuewen Group, speaks at the "Global 50 CEO Talk" during the 75th Frankfurt Book Fair.

Key Points: 
  • (Hou Xiaonan, CEO and President of Yuewen Group, speaks at the "Global 50 CEO Talk" during the 75th Frankfurt Book Fair.
  • That afternoon, Hou Xiaonan, CEO and President of Yuewen Group, participated in the "Global 50 CEO Talk" held at the Frankfurt Book Fair.
  • Claudia Kaiser, Vice Chair of the Frankfurt Book Fair, stated during the WebNovel brand upgrade event that online novels are incredibly fascinating and promising, not just in China, but worldwide.
  • As of June this year, WebNovel has nurtured approximately 380,000 online writers globally, released about 560,000 original works, accumulated a user base of over 200 million visits, covering over 200 countries and regions worldwide.

How Does Literature Generate Spiritual Power?

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星期二, 十月 24, 2023
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When people become indifferent and devoid of love, our living environment becomes more barren than a desert."

Key Points: 
  • When people become indifferent and devoid of love, our living environment becomes more barren than a desert."
  • In his conversation with the acclaimed German sinologist, Martina, Xue Mo summarized his "non-academic" literary cultivation into five stages:
    "Firstly, Concentration Training.
  • Analyzing the story titled "The Women, the Camels and the Dholes," Carina focused on the spiritual transformations of the two main female characters, Ying'er and Lanlan.
  • The essence value of literature isn't in the fleeting fame or material benefits sought by authors but in providing a sanctuary for truth, goodness, and beauty for the souls of its readers.

German Libraries Achieve Three Million Digital Book Checkouts with OverDrive

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星期二, 十月 17, 2023
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FRANKFURT, Germany, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- German library users have fallen in love with the Libby library reading app. The highly rated, all-in-one library reading app for ebooks, audiobooks and magazines is used by over 400 German public libraries and was created by OverDrive, the leading digital reading platform for libraries worldwide. Through 30 September, libraries have loaned three million digital titles in 2023, which represents an increase of 46 percent year-over-year. Publishers are benefiting from the increased visibility of their books and direct spend from libraries, which has increased 25 percent over the same period.

Key Points: 
  • The highly rated, all-in-one library reading app for ebooks, audiobooks and magazines is used by over 400 German public libraries and was created by OverDrive , the leading digital reading platform for libraries worldwide.
  • Through 30 September, libraries have loaned three million digital titles in 2023, which represents an increase of 46 percent year-over-year.
  • One factor contributing to the library success is Leselounge mit Libby , a countrywide digital book club that emphasizes not just reading, but community and shared experiences.
  • OverDrive has invested in its European and German service teams, and VP of Global Libraries and Education Claudia Weissman is a native German and library advocate.

Chinese publishing powerhouse Phoenix Publishing & Media's record turnover helps it retain its place in global top ten publishing companies

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星期二, 十月 17, 2023
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Phoenix has been the only Chinese publisher in the top ten since it first appeared in the list in 2020.

Key Points: 
  • Phoenix has been the only Chinese publisher in the top ten since it first appeared in the list in 2020.
  • In the first half of 2023 Phoenix reported an operating revenue of RMB 7.18 billion, a net profit of RMB 1.56 billion.
  • Mr Zhang Chaoyang, Chairman of Phoenix Publishing & Media Group (PPMG) said,
    "Increasing our business with international publishers is a major strategy for Phoenix Publishing and Media Group.
  • Our publishing team is excited to come back to Frankfurt and catch up with international publishers after a three-year break.

Chinese publishing powerhouse Phoenix Publishing & Media's record turnover helps it retain its place in global top ten publishing companies

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Phoenix has been the only Chinese publisher in the top ten since it first appeared in the list in 2020.

Key Points: 
  • Phoenix has been the only Chinese publisher in the top ten since it first appeared in the list in 2020.
  • In the first half of 2023 Phoenix reported an operating revenue of RMB 7.18 billion, a net profit of RMB 1.56 billion.
  • Mr Zhang Chaoyang, Chairman of Phoenix Publishing & Media Group (PPMG) said,
    "Increasing our business with international publishers is a major strategy for Phoenix Publishing and Media Group.
  • Our publishing team is excited to come back to Frankfurt and catch up with international publishers after a three-year break.