China had 3,246 public libraries by end of 2023: ministry

China had a total of 3,246 public libraries by the end of 2023, with a total national collection of 1.44 billion books, which represented an increase of 5.6 percent year-on-year, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism said on Friday.

Chinese Book Center launched at National Library of Belarus

​The Chinese Book Center at the National Library of Belarus was established in Minsk on Wednesday. The center is jointly built by China International Communications Group (CICG) and the National Library of Belarus, and has become the 16th Chinese Book Center established by CICG globally.

CCG, Springer Nature launch book on global governance

The Center for China and Globalization (CCG), a non-governmental think tank based in Beijing that focuses on globalization, global governance and international relations, partnered with Springer Nature Group to launch a new book on Aug. 22.

Baxin bargains on being about more than a store

The Baixin Bookstore, a time-honored Shanghai establishment that dates back to 1912, has recently found a new existence as an integrated cultural and lifestyle space.

Books published to mark Deng Xiaoping's 120th birth anniversary

A variety of books have been published to mark the 120th birth anniversary of late Chinese leader Deng Xiaoping.

Over 30,000 titles, 1,000 activities highlight Shanghai book fair

The 2024 Shanghai Book Fair, the largest book fair in the city, opened at the Shanghai Exhibition Center on Wednesday.

2024 Shanghai International Literary Week explores boundaries of stories

The 2024 Shanghai International Literary Week has kicked off its main forum in Shanghai's Hongkou district.

'Human Destiny: Institutional Governance' published

A new book on institutional governance by national political advisor Wang Jing has been published on Aug. 13.

Chinese, New Zealand publishers discuss strengthening cooperation

A seminar on China Books Overseas Distribution and Copyright Cooperation was held on Friday in Auckland, New Zealand.

Library drawing crowds with its unique events

The Pingshan Library, an hour's drive from the city center, provides a unique experience that makes it stand out from traditional libraries.