Hey book lovers! 📖 Did you know that reading in the Chinese mainland is getting a high-tech makeover? Thanks to cutting-edge technology and big pushes from e-commerce giants, digital reading is becoming the go-to way for many readers. 😎
This cool shift was highlighted in a national reading report released on this year's World Book and Copyright Day (April 23), which happened on Tuesday. The report shows that more people are picking up e-books and online articles over traditional paperbacks.
The Chinese mainland's Outline of the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025) for National Economic and Social Development and Vision 2035 notes that the country is super keen on promoting nationwide reading to build a nation of avid readers. 📚✨
But here's an interesting tidbit: The 2023 national reading survey by the Chinese Academy of Press and Publication found that Chinese adults read an average of 4.75 physical books in 2023, a tiny drop from 4.78 in 2022. 📉
So what's the deal? It seems that while physical book reading dipped a bit, the rise in digital reading is filling the gap. With smartphones, tablets, and e-readers becoming more accessible, more people are swiping pages instead of flipping them. 📲
For all you tech-savvy readers out there, this trend isn't just in the Chinese mainland—it's part of a global shift towards digital. So whether you're into sci-fi, romance, or the latest manga, there's a whole digital library waiting for you! 🌐
Happy reading, amigos! And don't forget to share your favorite e-books with us. 😉
Reference(s):
World Book Day: Innovations digitize reading habits in the new age
cgtn.com
