About this Event
Please note that this event will be conducted mainly in English, with a few references in Chinese.
***For event attendees, we are offering a 10% discount on all books, excluding consignment books, second-hand books, and on-sale books!
As shadows lengthen and the veil between worlds thins, you are invited to step into the chilling realm of Phantom Pages.
This Halloween, embrace the darkness and join us for a spine-chilling evening as we unveil a groundbreaking collection of contemporary Chinese horror tales, translated into English for the very first time.
Immerse yourself in SINOPHAGIA - a meticulously curated anthology of 14 dazzling horror stories that reveal the eerie depths of modern China. Edited and translated by acclaimed writer and essayist Xueting C. Ni, editor and translator of the British Fantasy Award-winning Sinopticon, this collection promises a journey through unsettling and original horrors.
From the menacing vision of a red umbrella, to the ominous atmosphere of the Laughing Mountain; from the waking dream of virtual working to the sinister games of the locked room… this is a fascinating insight into the spine-chilling voices working within China today – a long way from the traditional expectations of hopping vampires and hanging ghosts.
Discover a host of remarkable voices and experience the chilling narratives, including renowned authors and daring newcomers: Hong Niangzi, Fan Zhou, Chu Xidao, She Cong Ge, Chuan Ge, Goodnight, Xiaoqing, Zhou Dedong, Nanpai Sanshu, Yimei Tangguo, Chi Hui, Zhou Haohui, Su Min, Cai Jun, and Gu Shi.
Join us for this engaging evening that includes a talk on the nature of Chinese horror and the creation of Sinophagia as a collection, exploring its themes and significance. The event will conclude with an interactive Q&A session and a book signing, providing a unique opportunity to connect with the author and delve deeper into the haunting narratives of modern Chinese horror.
Don’t miss this chance to wander through the haunted pages of Phantom Pages & Prepare for an evening where the veil between reality and nightmare blurs.
Secure your spot in this night of eerie tales and otherworldly revelations!
About the speaker
Xueting C. Ni was born in Guangzhou, during China's re-opening to the West. Having spent a childhood living in cities across China, she emigrated with her family to Britain, where she continued to be immersed in Chinese culture, alongside her British education, realising ultimately that this gave her a unique a cultural perspective in bridging her Eastern and Western experiences. After graduating in English Literature from the University of London, she began a career in the publishing industry, whilst creating works of non-fiction and literary translations. Since 2010, Xueting has written extensively on China's cultures and its place in the Western consciousness, working with companies, institutions and festivals, to help improve understanding of China’s heritage and innovations, and introduce its wonders to new audiences. Xueting has contributed to the BBC, Tordotcom and the Confucius Institute. Her non-fiction works include From Kuanyin to Chairman Mao: An Essential Guide to Chinese Deities (Weiser Books), Chinese Myths (Amber Books). Her curated fiction in translation includes Sinopticon: A Celebration of Chinese Science Fiction (Solaris). Her new book Sinophagia: A Celebration of Chinese Horror, will be published in September 2024. Xueting is currently working on a range of projects, including a book on wuxia culture. She lives just outside London with her partner and their cats, all of whom are learning Mandarin.
Additional Information:
- The shop will remain open during the event, with regular customers informed about the ongoing event in the venue.
- Due to limited space and safety considerations, we strongly recommend booking your ticket in advance. While walk-ins may be accommodated, it will depend on available capacity and cannot be guaranteed.
- Please kindly note that the venue does not have accessible facilities.
- This event will primarily be hosted in the basement and please note that seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.
- We will be taking photos during this event for marketing purposes. If you do not wish to appear in these photos, please inform our staff and ask for a sign before the event begins.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Guanghwa Bookshop, 112 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, United Kingdom
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