Xiao Su and I(《我和小素》)
Huang Chunhua (text)
Anhui Juvenile and Children's Publishing House, China, 2020
ISBN9787570707683
About the author:
Huang Chunhua is a prolific children's writer, member of the China Writers’ Association, and member of the Hubei and Wuhan Writers’Associations. He is the author of over 30 books, including Yangmei, Tear, Dreaming Cats, and Youth Diary. The many honours he has received include the Bing Xin Children's Literature Award and "Children's Literature" Magazine Annual Award.
Abstract:
Yang Ruoxi is a teenage girl who lives in a constant state of tension with her strong-headed mother. Only her grandmother, father, and best friend Xiao Su’s support make her lifemore joyful. However, the pandemic suddenly disrupted her existence. Grandma passed away from coronavirus, and Xiao Su and her family were all infected. Thanks to medical treatment and the encouragements of Ruoxi, Xiao Su survives the virus…
Jury statement:
“Presented in a realistic, detailed yet reserved way, the story reflects genuine and deep feelings of the author. What is most valuable is that the story transcends the description of the disaster itself. Although it does not avoid showing the griefs and pains the pandemic has brought to the world, it focuses more on people’s love for each other and their willingness to take responsibility when faced with the disaster. The story brings tears to readers while displaying undeniable artistic charms”.
