I think that China has many outstanding authors, and their great works should also be recognised by the world.

I write about my region, the countryside in which I grew up.

I'll continue on the path I've been taking, feet on the ground, describing people's lives, describing people's emotions, writing from the standpoint of the ordinary people.

Some may want to shout on the street, but we should tolerate those who hide in their rooms and use literature to voice their opinions.

I know what real courage is, and I understand true compassion.

I am also well aware that literature only has a minimal influence on political disputes or economic crises in the world, but its significance to human beings is ancient.

When someone forces me to do something I don't do it.