Yan Lianke Books in Order

Yan Lianke is a Chinese writer of novels and short stories based in Beijing, renowned for his highly satirical work. Born in 1958, he began writing in 1978 and has since published numerous acclaimed novels and short story collections. His notable works include Xia Riluo, Serve the People, Enjoyment, and Dream of Ding Village, which received widespread acclaim in China upon its publication in 2004. With over ten volumes of short stories to his name, Yan Lianke's literature has transcended national borders, earning international recognition. However, his writing has also been subject to censorship in China, with some of his works being banned due to their provocative content.

Bibliography verified: January 2026

Book Series by Yan Lianke

  • #1
    Discovering Fiction(2011)
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  • #2
    Three Brothers(2020)
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  • #1
    Lenin's Kisses(2003)
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  • #2
    Serve the People!(2005)
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  • #3
    Dream of Ding Village(2005)
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  • #4
    The Four Books(2013)
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  • #5
    The Explosion Chronicles(2013)
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  • #6
    The Day the Sun Died(2015)
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  • #7
    Hard Like Water(2021)
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  • #8
    Heart Sutra(2023)
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  • #9
    Marrow(1998)
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  • #10
    The Years, Months, Days(1997)
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About Yan Lianke

Yan Lianke is a Chinese writer of novels and short stories based in Beijing, renowned for his highly satirical work. Born in 1958, he began writing in 1978 and has since published numerous acclaimed novels and short story collections. His notable works include Xia Riluo, Serve the People, Enjoyment, and Dream of Ding Village, which received widespread acclaim in China upon its publication in 2004. With over ten volumes of short stories to his name, Yan Lianke's literature has transcended national borders, earning international recognition. However, his writing has also been subject to censorship in China, with some of his works being banned due to their provocative content.

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