Why is contemporary China short of works that speak directly? Because we writers cannot speak directly, or rather we can only speak in an indirect way.Why does contemporary China lack good works that critique our current situation? Because our current… — Murong Xuecun Copy Share Image
Unfortunately, I have dedicated great effort to the task of compiling this ‘sensitive words glossary,’ and I have mastered my filtering skills. I knew which words and sentences had to be cut, and I accepted the cutting as if that… — Murong Xuecun Copy Share Image
Why is contemporary China short of works that speak directly? Because we writers cannot speak directly, or rather we can only speak in an… — Murong Xuecun Copy Share Image
“Because at this time, in this place, Chinese writing exhibits symptoms of a mental disorder.” — Murong Xuecun Copy Share Image
Actually, I am a coward. I say only what is safe to say, and I criticise only what is permissable to criticise. — Murong Xuecun Copy Share Image
Genuine bravery for a writer... It is about calmly speaking the truth when everyone else is silenced, when the truth cannot be expressed. It… — Murong Xuecun Copy Share Image
The only truth is that we cannot speak the truth . The only acceptable viewpoint is that we cannot express a viewpoint. — Murong Xuecun Copy Share Image
“Literature is not at the service of the government; on the contrary, governments should do everything in their power to create a favourable climate… — Murong Xuecun Copy Share Image
Now, after I have published a few books, I can clearly feel the impact of censorship when I write. For example, I'll think of… — Murong Xuecun Copy Share Image
Unfortunately, I have dedicated great effort to the task of compiling this ‘sensitive words glossary,’ and I have mastered my filtering skills. I knew… — Murong Xuecun Copy Share Image
It is difficult to call myself a writer, even when I stand at a podium to receive a prize, I feel uncomfortable calling myself… — Murong Xuecun Copy Share Image
