The ink-stained masses
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The Chinese are snapping up books on such topics as homosexuality, memoirs from the Cultural revolution and voyeuristic tales. Book publishers began to grow when China opened its doors to the global economy in 1978, 20 years later, book publishing has become a flourishing industry and writers are struggling to keep up. Political topics remain sensitive, underground presses can publish once a book is banned and books have far less influence than television or newspapers.
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 1998
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Romancing the rock
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China has changed its approach to Taiwan and has become more conciliatory. The earlier aggressive approach made Taiwan more determined to be independent. The current economic trend is for increased ties between mainland and Taiwan. The pro-Independence Democratic Progressive Party is gaining strength in Taiwan. So Chinese leaders are attempting to set up good relations and to keep things harmonious.
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 1998
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Romancing new readers: to woo young women, bodice-rippers try to get hip
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Publishers of romantic novels are trying to attract younger readers by moving into the rapidly expanding 'chick lit' genre, typified by Penguin's 'Bridget Jones's Diary.' Traditional formulas are being abandoned, with happy endings no longer being guaranteed.
Publication Name: The Bulletin with Newsweek
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1440-7485
Year: 2001
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