My thoughts and suggestions on children's books

There are countless children's books in the world, each interesting in their own way. There are certainly outstanding ones like The War That Saved My Life, Swim Team and Dress ...

A story of selflessness and gratitude

In this summer holiday, I read a book titled Charlotte's Web. The author of the book is E.B. White from the US. This book is very interesting and it ...

Story of 'Marsh Girl' helped me see bitter and sweet of life

Alexander Fuller once spoke highly of this engaging composition written by Delia Owens, "A lush debut; Owens delivers her mystery wrapped in gorgeous, lyrical prose." As the comment shows, Where ...

Albom's memoir reminds me that hardship can also nurture optimism

Among many of my favorite books, the one that is called Tuesdays with Morrie has touched me the most.

Positive transformation

What I love most about reading is that it allows us to dive into a different world. However, it was only after I headed into middle school that I was ...

Lessons of perseverance and wisdom from Sun Wukong's trials

When it comes to Journey to the West, the first thing that comes to my mind are the stone benches in the shade of tall willows overlapping with green and ...

Novel 'Wonder' helps me understand how kindness can make a big difference

Over the years, reading has become an important part of my life. I always remember a notable motto that says, "Books are the ladder of human progress."

Reading 'The Three-Body Problem' makes me see growth of Chinese sci-fi

The book The Three-Body Problem is thought-provoking to me. It presents the contact, conflict, and coexistence between humanity and alien civilizations from a unique perspective and with a grand narrative. ...

Reading boosts my mind power, cultivates passion for life

Throughout my life, reading has been an integral part of my personal and intellectual development. It has bestowed upon me infinite pleasure while expanding my horizons and amplifying my lexical ...

Books mirror my passion and dream for life

To love reading and enjoy reading is to love life and enjoy life.

My reading journey with the novel 'Ordinary World'

The story is set in China during the 1970s and 1980s, a time with great social and economic change. It follows the lives of ordinary people, especially Sun Shaoping, the ...

Literature lights up my life, boosting confidence

Literature is a guiding light in my life. It offers me knowledge in different fields and different opinions which inspire me. For me, developing good reading habits is a task ...

Living a beautiful life through good stories

Through books I have flown through many realms of pure fantasy and belief. I have rocketed to the edge of the universe where the normal and old meets the new ...

How reading helps me understand human nature

One of my favorite books is Malice, written by Japanese novelist Keigo Higashino.

Lifetime lesson

The book of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows is the seventh book in J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter series of novels. It is also the final installment of this ...

Reading 'The Old Man and the Sea' a journey of gaining tenacity

In 1952, the novella was published as one of and also the last blockbuster fiction works by Ernest Hemingway. Hemingway was a US author known for his understated writings featuring ...

Reading makes me aware of the importance of finding my true self

"They carried the sky. The whole atmosphere, they carried it, the humidity, the monsoons, the stink of fungus and decay, all of it, they carried gravity." Every one of us ...

Reading teaches me to turn a dream into action

Hey, wise investors! Do you believe that some investments have no risk and high reward? Yes, indeed! That's reading!

'How the Steel was Tempered' gifts me with tenacity and courage

"Although someone died, he is alive. Someone is alive now, but he has already died." These words were carefully selected by a deeply respected Chinese poet as a heartfelt tribute ...

Books help me gain passion for insects, improve grades at school

I'm a teenager, and teenagers are at a stage when they are full of curiosity about the world. We want to open the door to the world, and books are ...

Reading teaches me how to tackle problems in life

When I was little, my mom read story books to me every night. So I gradually developed an interest in storybooks myself, but I didn't really understand them at first. ...

'Books' more engaging and inspiring than digital 'screens'

Hello everyone, my name is Pu Zhao and I'm honored to participate in the second "My Reading Life" book-sharing event, "Spring Reading." Launched by the Global Times, the event is ...

Paul Kalanithi's book shows me struggle and profundity of life

We scramble through each day, drowned by the incessant deluge of work and responsibilities, while urged on by the unremitting tick of the clock. During the fleeting moments of respite ...

Reading biographies allows me to experience other people's lives

Throughout my childhood, I was an avid reader and explored a variety of genres, such as non-fiction, fantasy, and comedy. However, none left a more substantial mark on me than ...

Reading makes me believe in the power of home

Everyone's reading habit is unique. Some people like to read one book their whole life, while others like to read a lot of books. I'm in both part of the ...

Reading detective stories by Arthur Conan Doyle enhances my brain power

Do you like detective stories? Do you want to go through the mysterious fog in London and explore the secrets inside the deep world? If you're interested in the myth ...

Reading allows me to share joy and sorrow, have fun and gain strength

"Read ten thousand books, and your pen will be guided as if by the gods" is an ancient Chinese idiom that can be seen in students' textbooks. China's Ministry of ...

Reading teaches me to reach goals quickly

I think my reading life is a bit like practicing archery - each shot gets closer and closer to the target over time, and eventually I score a bull's eye.

From picture books to literature, reading makes me a kind and responsible person

Nowadays, reading has become a part of our life. As the old saying goes, "Reading makes a full man." So it's important and necessary for everyone to read.

Reading fantasy stories inspires me to look into MBTI personality test

The Magic Trilogy is the nickname for three famous book series: The Chronicles of Narnia, Harry Potter and The Lord of the Rings. I love all of them very much ...

The charisma of classic detective fiction never fades: A non-spoiler review of 'The Greek Coffin Mystery'

Every year, thousands of crime novels, films, and games are published, attracting countless audiences from all over the world. It may lead people to wonder, why the crime genre has ...

Reading 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms' makes me seek a more peaceful world

Traveling in the ocean of books allows me to broaden my vision. Reading has brought me a lot of pleasure. Just as the famous Russian writer Maxim Gorky said, "Books ...

Reading French novel helps me see why time is the remedy for setbacks

My favorite book is The Count of Monte Cristo written by the famous French writer Alexandre Dumas. The story takes place during the Hundred Days' Regime and focuses on the ...

From reading to dreaming

Speaking of one's reading life, most people would probably think of their first book, or how many books they have read.

Reading English novelist's book reveals importance of justice

The author of this book was Charles Dickens. He was born in London and his childhood was not happy. He often worked as child labor. But it also gave him ...

Spanish classic teaches confidence and courage

My favorite book is Don Quixote, by Spanish writer Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra. The first time I read this book was when I was a little kid. At first I ...

How reading teaches me about the value of friendship

People in the world usually have many aspirations, some for education, some for career and some for family, which are countless. But in the works of E.B. White, there is ...

My little review on the classic 'Pride and Prejudice'

No matter if it is a woman in her 30's or an adolescent girl, English novel Pride and Prejudice has always been prized by female readers all around the world ...

Extraordinary tales reveal the spirit of craftsmanship

I would recommend 36 Extraordinary Tales of Tianjin written by Feng Jicai as an interesting book full of cultural knowledge. The reason is that this book uses vivid language to ...

Reading 'The Call of the Wild' teaches me essence of human spirit

In the timeless history of literature, there are works that transcend epochs, resonating with the essence of the human spirit. Jack London's The Call of the Wild stands as a ...

A Cosmic Adventure

I recently read The Three-Body Problem by Liu Cixin, and I must say, "Oh my god, it was out of this world!" The novel tells the story about a fictional ...

Reading 'The Little Prince' teaches the importance of curiosity

Each of us lives on our own lonely planet, everything has changed since I met you. I am looking for answers in my confusion. To others, you are no different ...

Discovering a treasure trove of books on my first day at a new school

After two classes went well on my first day, I decided to enjoy myself by heading to the library after lunch. My eyes grew wide as I stepped through the ...

How I learned about the development of the country by reading 'Red Star Over China'

As China's National Day just passed, I decided to review the book Red Star Over China, written by US journalist Edgar Snow in 1937. Snow trekked to the former revolutionary ...

Book makes me see hope and possibilities of young generation

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Reading 'The Wealth of Nations' inspired me to understand China's economics

In 2022, when I was at home due to the second wave of COVID-19, I found a beautifully-bound book in a corner of my bookcase - The Wealth of Nations ...

My perspectives about how the main character's personality causes tragedy

Participants will be rewarded once the article has been selected. Have you ever wondered whether the traits of a human being will influence the fate of this person? This is ...

'How reading ignited my passion for space culture'

The Three-Body Problem was written by Liu Cixin between 2006-2010. It is separated into three main parts. I finished reading this book about two months ago. This book is a ...

A reflection on book Fang Si-chi's First Love Paradise

Some friends say that this novel is too tragic to bear. My feelings are mainly sad and deep thought. This is not only the writer's tragic story, or rather, not ...

Seeing both sides of the AI argument through trending media productions

Participants will be rewarded once the article has been selected.Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not a new thing. It existed in 1956. However, it has become more popular than ever these ...

How I found the philosophy of nature and gained a sense of community from reading

From a very early age, perhaps the age of 4 or 5, I began my journey with books. I've read all kind of books, which, like all ordinary kids in ...

The unique flavor of book 'Never Let Me Go'

Have you ever heard the soothing sound of brewing tea? The melodious sound of liquid pouring into a delicate porcelain teapot? Such a unique scene is a major memory from ...

Book about athlete's fencing career inspires faith, confidence

Before encountering the book Proud: My Fight for an Unlikely American Dream, written by women fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad, I always felt that my reading life was missing something.

How reading broadly can change your outlook on the world

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How a novel taught me life is full of ambiguity and uncertainty

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My special book review on 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone'

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My strategy to expand knowledge horizons by making books an essential part of daily life

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A journey of self discovery starts by reading poetry and philosophy

Have you ever wished that you could remove the psychological lenses of your brain so you could recognize the depth and beauty in all stories?

Developing good reading habits takes time and plan

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Myth-based story 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians,' a guide to being brave and faithful

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How I went from hating reading to being a bookworm

Reading is a part of a person's life as it increases a knowledge that a person has. I think everyone has their own taste in books. For example, some people ...

Reading journey teaches me about life

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A love for books opens the door to a colorful, happy life

Editor's Note: "Read ten thousand books, and your pen will be guided as if by the gods" is an ancient Chinese idiom that can be seen in students' textbooks. China's Ministry ...

The truth hides in the book 'The Catcher in the Rye'

Editor's Note: "Read ten thousand books, and your pen will be guided as if by the gods" is an ancient Chinese idiom that can be seen in students' textbooks. China's Ministry ...

Reading 'Literary Mind and Carving of Dragons' helps me win 'writing Olympics'

"Read ten thousand books, and your pen will be guided as if by the gods" is an ancient Chinese idiom that can be seen in students' textbooks.