Chinese Online Literature

Chinese Online Literature （《中国网络文学》, ISSN 3135-0348 ） is a high-level academic journal focusing on the cutting-edge theories and practices of online literature. Its core mission is to “construct a theoretical system of online literature with Chinese characteristics and promote international academic dialogue”. The journal is dedicated to publishing high-quality original research, in-depth critiques, and forward-looking reviews. Grounded in the local creative scene, it comprehensively covers dimensions such as genre studies of online literature, industrial ecosystems, cross-media adaptations, overseas dissemination, and cultural policies. It values the scholarly analysis of classic works while keenly addressing emerging topics such as AI-generated content and the global reach of Chinese Online Literature, thereby building a bridge between theory and criticism, as well as between academia and the industry. Distinguished by its international outlook, the journal actively invites contributions from overseas scholars to facilitate dialogue, systematically presenting the cultural value and global influence of Chinese Online Literature, and contributing to the narration of China’s digital cultural stories.