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The Paper Menagerie and Other Stories

This book features a series of interconnected tales that delve into the complexities of human emotions and relationships, often set in a fantastical or surreal setting. more

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Ken Liu
Ken Liu

Ken Liu, born in 1976 in Beijing, China, is an accomplished science fiction and fantasy writer. His works are known for their unique imagination and profound thought, winning him a wide range of readers. As a leading figure in Chinese science fiction literature, Liu's contributions have been recognized with numerous awards at home and abroad. more

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