Open up a new world of network literature in writing reality
Literature is the witness of history and the horn of the times.
It is inseparable from the power of literature to record the changes of the times, describe the style of the times, and lead the atmosphere of the times.
In his important speeches at the opening ceremony of the 11th National Congress of the China Federation of Literary and Art Circles and the 10th National Congress of the Chinese Writers Association, General Secretary Xi Jinping profoundly pointed out that "the new era and new journey are the historical orientation of contemporary Chinese literature and art", "the vast number of literary and art workers should keep up with the pace of the times, Feel the pulse of art in the pulse of art, and open the creation of art to the great struggle of hundreds of millions of people and to the rich and colorful social life.”
As a new form of literature and art and publishing industry, online literature should respond to the call of the times, focus on a new historical position, show the magnificent picture of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, write a magnificent epic of the Chinese people's united struggle and pursuit of a better life, and inspire a new era of forging ahead, A powerful force for building a new journey.
Literature is the mirror of the times, and works are the products of the times. Writing reality and reflecting the times have always been the main trend of literary creation.
Chinese literature has a fine tradition of observing reality and expressing the truth in writing. From the Book of Songs, which truly reflects ancient life such as farmers' work, soldiers' battles, and youth's love, to the "Three Officials and Three Farewells" that use blood and tears to write about the suffering of the people. , and then to "Dream of Red Mansions", which vividly depicts the rise and fall of feudal families and life scenes, these literary works rooted in reality and observing reality, because of their profound ideology, realism, and artistry, they have established literary peaks and influenced their influence. Generation after generation.
In the palace of modern and contemporary literature, whether it is "Luguo Maoba Lao Cao" who leads the trend of modern literature, or Zhao Shuli, who calls himself a "land stall writer", Liu Qing, who has been in Huangfu Village for 14 years for writing "History of Entrepreneurship", Lu Yao, who invested his soul and life to write "Life" and "Ordinary World", the reason why their works can mark the times and pass on to future generations is inseparable from their deeply rooted and fiery social practice and sincere writing of rich real life.
As an innovative literary style in the Internet era, online literature also has the literary genes of observing reality, and it should undertake the important mission of writing and reflecting the times.
In recent years, under the support, guidance and encouragement of the Central Propaganda Department and the China Writers Association, through the joint efforts of the vast number of online literature platforms and authors, the creation and publication of online literature with realistic themes has flourished. The excellent works on the theme of “Powerful Country by Science and Technology” stand out, setting a new benchmark for online literature creation and publishing.
"The Great River Going East", which wrote the story of ordinary people's struggle in the tide of reform and opening up, was selected as the "Five Ones Project" for the spiritual civilization construction of the Central Propaganda Department. Works such as "The Mighty", which depicts the changes of state-owned enterprises, "Heavy Duty Trucks", which depicts the state-owned enterprises getting out of their predicament, were selected as "China's Good Books". Recommended by the National Press and Publication Administration and the Chinese Writers Association.
These works have different themes and contents, but they all present the fiery life in art, vividly interpret the great era of vigorous development, and become a clear example of the in-depth record of the development of the era in network literature.
Focusing on reality and writing reality also opens up a broader space for online literature authors to create and develop online literature.
We are gratifying to see that the rise of realistic themes in online literature has driven the professionalization of online literature authors and the refinement of their creations.
A large number of "creative masters" who are "invisible" in all walks of life have stepped onto the online literature stage one after another. They create based on their own experiences and contribute real life experience to the epic of the era.
Themes such as diplomacy, aviation, heavy industry, and sports, which were rarely seen in literature in the past, are increasingly appearing in online literature, and farmers and herdsmen, grass-roots police, and community workers have increasingly become the protagonists of online literature. The diversified development and sustainable development of online literature have injected new impetus and vitality.
Real life is always the source of literature.
Contemporary China is experiencing the most extensive and profound social changes in the history of our country, and it is also undergoing the most grand and unique practical innovation in human history.
This is the era of calling for great works, and also the era of nurturing and producing great works.
In order to promote the creation and publication of more high-quality online literature that is full of spiritual strength, highlights the background of the times, and is full of artistic charm, the National Press and Publication Administration recently launched the 2022 selection of excellent realistic themes online literature publishing project, focusing on the creation of key themes in the new era and new journey. Publishing to support and guide.
Whether it is China's historic achievements and changes in the new era, the people's hard work and practical creation, or the spirit of self-confidence, self-improvement, integrity and innovation in the new era, the creative transformation and innovative development of Chinese culture, it is the creation of online literature. An inexhaustible source of living water.
From the grand historical changes such as winning the battle against poverty and building a moderately prosperous society in an all-round way, to the concrete life changes such as the "CD Action" and "Mobile Payment", and "lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets" and "houses are used to live in" , not for speculation” such a deep thought change can become a good narrative resource.
In the face of the hot new era and new life, online literature should inherit and carry forward the literary publishing tradition of writing and reflecting the times, and write magnificent epics worthy of the times in the pulsating rhythm of perceiving the progress of the times. To bear the fruit of literature worthy of the people, to write with wonderful and profound reality, to undertake the mission of the era of portraiture and biography, and to open up a new world of literary creation and publication.
(Author: Chu Yan)