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- 1 Biology Study Notes 生物知识笔记 Notes I spent months putting together. I hope they can be helpful to everyone. Whether you’re a high school student preparing for biology competitions, a university biology major, or studying biology for graduate school entrance exams, my notes are top-notch. (Take a look if you’re interested. Biology really isn’t for humans to study; it’s downright torturous.) I’ll keep this book going as long as I can. Sigh. 13Reads—Score—Shelves
- 2 He Gently Swings His Little Feet 他轻轻荡着小脚丫 A blend of second-person and third-person narration The story of a boy who loses his memory at sea and meets Mr. Seagull, the leader of the silver fish, and an aloof flounder “You” grow up alongside the boy. 4Reads—Score—Shelves
- 3 Computer Networking Made Easy 一读就会计算机网络知识 This book aims to help everyone master computer networking, using straightforward examples from everyday life to explain its basic principles. It can serve as a resource for beginners learning computer networking from scratch, and can also help students preparing for graduate entrance exams in computer networking better understand the difficult concepts in their textbooks. The networking knowledge in this book is neither too basic nor too advanced. It also includes many practical networking tech 65Reads—Score—Shelves
- 4 Xiu Xin Talks Management 秀新说管理 Author: Fu Xiuxin, Han Chinese, graduated from Beijing Oriental University with a college degree. A contracted author with Tomato Novel, a seasoned professional manager, a dedicated practitioner in education and culture, a member of the county writers' association, and an author with a completed million-word novel. Management According to Xiuxin presents insights accumulated over more than 20 years of management experience, reflecting the author's modest understanding of management. Generating r —Reads—Score—Shelves
- 5 A Plain-Language Guide to The Secret Records of the Stone Chamber 石室秘录白话精解 This book offers a systematic translation into plain language and a distinctive interpretation of the Qing-dynasty classic of traditional Chinese medicine, Secret Records of the Stone Chamber. Many of the treatments and prescriptions recorded by the author, Chen Shiduo, are ingenious in conception and remarkably effective, and they continue to shine in clinical practice today. Our aim is not only to transform the dense classical prose into modern language anyone can understand, but also to inclu 38Reads—Score—Shelves
- 6 How to Reply with Emotional Intelligence 高情商回话技巧 99% of successful partnerships come from responding appropriately 100% of the time. Knowing how to reply with emotional intelligence is essential. In our everyday interactions, language is an important tool for conveying feelings and expressing our views. The right words can often ease awkwardness and foster understanding, while an inappropriate remark can lead to misunderstandings and damage relationships. That is why mastering the art of responding with emotional intelligence is so important: 13Reads—Score—Shelves
- 7 Decal Worker 贴花女工 Tags: Modern romance + workplace + office romance + strong heroine + taking down scumbags + ensemble cast + secret crush + spoiled brat + suspense + crime-solving This story is set in the post-pandemic era, amid escalating trade wars and the push for dual circulation in domestic and international markets, as businesses upgrade and transform. It follows a group of decal-decorating women at an eccentric ceramics factory. In a world of scheming, cliques, jealousy, and fierce wits, how do they manag 2Reads—Score—Shelves
- 8 The Courtroom's Chaotic Cases 法院鸡飞狗跳那些事 [Adapted from real events. The ups and downs, chaos, and comedy I experienced while working at the courthouse.] [Reality + episodic stories + civil disputes + all walks of society + human nature + marriage and family] After raising a boy for eight years, you discover he isn't your biological son. How can you give him up? A car accident leaves a beautiful young woman unable to feel her lips. Can she claim damages for the loss of her right to kiss? Two months into their marriage, a husband asks fo 585Reads9.4Score108Shelves
- 9 The Language of Vine Flowers 藤蔓花语 The Nvwa Stone livestream suddenly cuts off. That night, rumors spread online that the streamer “Huihua” had died suddenly while broadcasting. Countless netizens stayed up all night following the gossip. After a night of mounting public outrage, the company officially announced the next morning that Huihua had passed away despite resuscitation efforts. The outcry was overwhelming. People condemned the Nvwa Group for disregarding labor laws and overworking its staff, openly driving a streamer to —Reads—Score—Shelves
- 10 A Life That Never Gives Up 永不言弃的人生 This is a tale of a woman’s growth into the heroine of her own life, a set of rules for cultivating herself amid the mortal world. It is also a drama of life, where lofty ideals collide with harsh reality, and a painful tug-of-war between personal aspirations and life’s unpredictability. How do you survive? What kind of life do you want to lead? Imagination is pointless, and life offers no rehearsal. Once you step onto the stage, there’s no turning back. —Reads—Score—Shelves
- 11 The Mathematics of Lotteries and How to Pick Numbers 彩票的数学原理与选号方法 Correct common misconceptions such as “lottery tickets are a sure way to make money” and “you can get rich by picking the right numbers,” and make clear what a lottery really is: entertainment based on probability, not an investment tool. 550Reads—Score—Shelves
- 12 A Great Transmigration Through Chinese Textbooks 语文课本大穿越 What? I have to stop Zhang Fei from going off to grab Brother Liang on his own in The Three Visits to the Thatched Cottage? Am I going to get beaten to death? Help Kong Yiji, who keeps asking, “Is there much? Not much,” find a way to make a living? That'll be tricky. The two sons of Kua E, who appear at the end of The Foolish Old Man Who Moved the Mountains, are actually ordinary mortals, and I have to find a way to help them move the mountain? Isn't that asking too much? In one Chinese textbook 27Reads8.2Score—Shelves
- 13 An HR Diary HR日记 [A sharp and capable HR manager vs. a wise, deeply devoted CEO] [From a newcomer at a major corporation to a seasoned HR professional, this is a thoughtful look at how women can make their mark in the workplace! Career first, romance second, with a moving and realistic story free of melodrama. 1v1 + devoted to each other + workplace drama] What kind of people does the workplace need? Who can stay undefeated at work, and who will leave in disappointment? Su Yun and her husband, Xue Zhong, went fr 171Reads9.2Score—Shelves
- 14 A Course in Emotional Intelligence and Eloquence 高情商口才课 Low-EQ communication often makes people uncomfortable. The moment someone like this opens their mouth, the conversation turns awkward and falls flat. At work, poor communication skills can cost us opportunities for promotion. At home, they can damage family bonds. In social situations, they can drive away our friends. In love, they can make us lose the person dearest to us! In modern society, communicating with emotional intelligence has become a valuable soft skill for breaking out of the rat 50Reads—Score—Shelves
- 15 The 2026 Guide to Low-Cost Entrepreneurship 2026低成本创业指南 A practical guide to taking action, written for “pragmatic dreamers” This is more than a book about entrepreneurship. It is a success roadmap to a small, beautiful business, designed for everyday entrepreneurs in 2026 and beyond. If you’re tired of empty theories, unreachable “myths,” and anxiety-inducing crash courses, this book is the partner you’ve been looking for. 70Reads—Score—Shelves
- 16 Transported into Dream of the Red Chamber: A Cheerful Girl's Adventure 穿入红楼：呆萌女的奇遇 Eight-Sound Ganzhou: Mou Qingwan I gaze upon the deep courtyard where sorrow is locked away, while wind and rain buffet the red chambers. I lament the early loss of both parents, left alone, a solitary figure leaning against a high tower. I watch splendor pass like a dream, while fame and fortune never cease their demands. Only my heart soars high, my aspirations reaching the clouds. Alas, the world is cold and unkind. Let the flowers vie for beauty; I will keep to my quiet solitude. Facing with —Reads—Score—Shelves
- 17 Everyday Life in the Tang Dynasty 唐朝人的日常生活 What was life like in Empress Wu Zetian’s court? How did the great poet Bai Juyi spend his days? What kind of wine did Li Bai drink? What did people in the Tang dynasty call their parents, brothers, and sisters? What made the Tang dynasty’s thriving courtesan culture so appealing? This book offers a wide-ranging record of the details of everyday life in the Tang dynasty. By meticulously examining historical sources, it reconstructs the daily lives of Tang-era people, covering everything from foo 173Reads9.0Score106Shelves
- 18 The Day When the Days Were Long and the Nights Short 昼长夜短的那天 Completed · [Scheming Approach to a Spoiled Rich Second-Generation Heir VS A Rational, Restrained Female Investment Manager] [CEO + Business Warfare + Push and Pull + Devoted to His Wife + HE] A new hire showed up in Antai’s investment and financing department. To everyone’s surprise, it was Shan Jialin, the notorious spoiled young master of the Shan family. To his face, everyone called him Mr. Shan; behind his back, they complained that he had a pile of scandals and knew nothing about real est 27Reads—Score—Shelves
- 19 Wake Up, Down-and-Out Heiress! 醒醒吧，落魄白富美！ On her flight home, Meng Ziyan survives a terrifying ordeal and is rescued twice by the refined older man Zhao Liye. She falls for him at first sight. But then her family falls on hard times: their villa is sold, she's left with 800,000 yuan in debt, and her dream of getting Australian permanent residency crumbles when her immigration agent disappears. Once a wealthy heiress, she is reduced to a job paying just 5,000 yuan a month. Yet she turns things around at work, landing one contract after a 13Reads—Score—Shelves
- 20 A Half-Hour Cartoon Guide to Chinese History 4 半小时漫画中国史4 Read comics for half an hour and learn five thousand years of history! Explore history through comics and discover a fresh new way to read. 8Reads9.3Score—Shelves
- 21 Beneath the Lantern, I Met the Bright Moon 伏灯遇皎月 (Marriage first, love later + winning her back + happy ending, a refined, aloof neurologist × a levelheaded, independent bank teller) Before meeting Shen Jinwei, Guan Qiaoyi spent every day wondering when she could quit her job. After meeting him, she was dazzled by his good looks and impulsively married him on the spot. “Hi. Let's get married.” After the wedding, her husband was gentle and considerate, emotionally steady, and there were no complicated in-law problems. Their married life was har 55Reads6.0Score—Shelves
- 22 Looks Like Reading Novels, Actually Studying for the Civil Service Essay Exam 看似看小说实则学申论 The rating is low because the book just came out. It will rise later. I’ll update the book with strategies for answering argumentative essay questions, explanations of key concepts, and review points to memorize with every chapter. For now, the final book is planned to have eight chapters of strategies. If there are any strategies you’d like to see or learn about while working through the questions, tag me in the comments with the volume number and topic. Once I’ve found suitable materials, I 7.2kReads8.6Score2.4kShelves
- 23 I Die If I Stop Practicing 不刷题就会死 “If studying won’t kill you, then study until it does!” “The college entrance exam is a one-plank bridge crossed by countless armies. If you don’t work hard, you’ll be pushed into the abyss.” Ding-dong! Your personal Study Assistant is now online! With the help of this System, all students can achieve the grades they hope for! Students, are you ready to study until you drop? If you don’t grind through practice questions, you really will die! 106Reads6.3Score102Shelves
- 24 A Pastry to Save the Emperor 救驾之饼 [Court intrigue + history + intangible cultural heritage + twists + secret identities + rural life + business + a touch of martial arts + occasional angst + occasional sweetness + a touch of ensemble cast] Scene One: A Chance Meeting in the Countryside Prince (confused, with a child's innocent naivety): “I... who am I?” Chang Lan (gently reassuring him): “Don't be afraid. Rest and recover here for now. This is my family's flatbread shop.” Female physician (carefully examining his injuries): “Don 7Reads8.9Score—Shelves
- 25 Half-Hour Comics: A History of China, Volume 5 半小时漫画中国史5 The grand finale of Chinese history! You’ll be laughing right up until the Qing Dynasty falls! Read this comic for half an hour and learn five thousand years of history. Discover the past through cartoons and join a new wave of history lovers. With nothing but hand-drawn illustrations and jokes, Chen Lei, aka Hunzi Ge, lays out the broad sweep of Ming and Qing history. Most Ming emperors couldn’t escape a three-front struggle: against foreign enemies, corrupt ministers, and internal rebellions. 19Reads9.3Score—Shelves
- 26 Chinese History So Fascinating You’ll Lose Sleep 有趣得让人睡不着的中国史 China's History: So Fascinating It’ll Keep You Awake Crafted with great care by rising history writer Lishi Jun, this book uses a light, humorous touch to reveal the truth behind many events in Chinese history, along with little-known stories about historical figures. Its style is distinctive and entertaining, while its content remains faithful to historical facts. Many of the stories are drawn from historical documents, and material from unofficial histories and legends is explained and analyz —Reads8.6Score320Shelves
- 27 A Half-Hour Comic History of China 2 半小时漫画中国史2 “Read comics for half an hour and learn five thousand years of history! Explain history through comics and lead a new wave of reading. (Half-Hour Comics: Chinese History is the second book in the Half-Hour Comics: Chinese History series.) Using nothing but hand-drawn illustrations and jokes, Er Hunzi lays out the grand sweep of history with crystal clarity: the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods were like one big classroom; the Qin dynasty burned bright and died fast; the Three Kingdom 14Reads9.3Score—Shelves
- 28 Workhorses Don't Die on Mondays 牛马不会死在周一 The Working Stiffs Don't Die on Mondays 1Reads—Score—Shelves
- 29 The Game Within the Business World 商海局中局 I thought I was riding high, only to discover I was a pawn in someone else’s hands. In the great game of life, only the truly skilled can maneuver in every direction, adapt to circumstances, and emerge as the final victor. Follow Gao Yuan as he rises from humble beginnings to the pinnacle of success. 1.4kReads9.2Score189Shelves
- 30 Learn to Speak Well, Keep Your Emotional Intelligence on Point 学会说话，情商在线 My new work is out! Come read it on Tomato Novel. I hope you enjoy it. Your support is what keeps me writing, and I'll do my best to tell every story well! 11Reads—Score—Shelves
- 31 Fairy, Wake Up! Your General Knowledge TA Is Here! 仙女请起床，公共基础TA来喽！ Little bits of general knowledge covering law, politics, economics, party history, management, historical figures, academic subjects, literary facts, science and technology... These are all small nuggets of knowledge to pick up as part of your daily learning. Make good use of your spare moments and spend a little time reading! Inner thoughts: “Either I’m on my way to being crushed by the competition, or I’m on my way to crushing everyone else... It’s so hard, so hard.” 204Reads—Score—Shelves
- 32 Record of the Pacification of Song 平宋录 The Records of the Pacification of Song is a vivid firsthand account of war written by Liu Minzhong, a renowned official of the Yuan dynasty. In sweeping prose, it chronicles the glorious campaign in which Bayan, the Yuan chancellor, led his troops south in 1274 and brought about the fall of the Southern Song. Divided into three volumes, it is not merely a work of military history, but a heroic tribute to the union of strategy and courage. The book vividly portrays Bayan as a commander who could 6Reads7.6Score—Shelves
- 33 Record of the Pacification of Wu 平吴录 This is a confidential historical dossier that overturns the orthodox view of history! Writing from the perspective of an eyewitness, Sun Xu of the Qing dynasty unveils the power struggles and betrayals behind “a fit of rage for the sake of a beauty.” The book not only reveals Wu Sangui’s true motives for inviting the Qing army through the pass, but also exposes for the first time the secret of Chen Yuanyuan’s abduction, the inside story of the Yongli Emperor of the Southern Ming being strangled 2Reads7.6Score—Shelves
- 34 I'll Spend the Rest of My Life Being Someone You Don't Mess With 余生做个不好惹的人 Every chapter in this book offers a clear and accessible discussion of the causes of people-pleasing, its behavioral patterns, and ways to change. All of the content is based on my own real-life experiences, personal observations, and thoughtful reflections, without borrowing from any related books. The book presents genuine examples from everyday life that are highly useful for readers to learn from and refer to. 1.3kReads8.4Score109Shelves
- 35 A Professional Organizer’s Case Files 整理师实录 The story of a professional home organizer. As she tidies up, she witnesses the joys and sorrows, happiness and heartache of the people whose lives she touches. Through her work, she also comes to understand herself anew, transforms, and sets off on a fresh start. 227Reads8.1Score100Shelves
- 36 What Are You Waiting For? Come In and Memorize Vocabulary 愣着干嘛，进来背单词 [Over 6,000 words, suitable for English exams at every level: middle school, high school, university, the national college entrance exam, CET-4 and CET-6, postgraduate entrance exams, and more...] Sweet romance = the sweetness of studying is greater than the sweetness of love For those preparing for English exams For those who simply want to memorize English vocabulary For those who feel guilty about being hooked on novels every day “What are you doing?” “Reading a novel.” Secretly outworkin 46Reads—Score—Shelves
- 37 High-Frequency CET-4 Vocabulary: Quick Memorization 英语四级高频词汇速记 Hey, everyone! Do you feel guilty about reading novels every day, but still don't want to study? Come on in and learn high-frequency English CET-4 vocabulary with us! Each chapter covers ten words, including pronunciation, parts of speech, example sentences, phrases, and inflected forms. Keep it up, everyone! Let's pass, pass, pass together! 32Reads—Score—Shelves
- 38 A Global History 全球通史 Writing a world history that is interesting, easy to read and understand, and not hundreds of thousands of words long is no easy task. Yet in A Short History of the World, H. G. Wells brilliantly accomplished what seemed impossible. This book traces human civilization from its beginnings through the Second World War, clearly presenting the rise and fall of great powers such as ancient Egypt, ancient Greece, ancient Rome, Britain, the United States, and France. The wealth of knowledge and breadth 2.5kReads8.8Score785Shelves
- 39 I Created a World for Her, but All She Cares About Is Her Studies 为她创世界，她只思学业 This book was originally titled “Look This Way, Underachiever” On a chaotic morning, our protagonist died. After death, she arrived in a new world. There, as a student, she embarked on a journey from underachiever to top student. And she soon got her whole class caught up in the competition, too. The fearsome physics teacher gave up entirely: “Teacher He, you’re the teacher and I’m the student. Just call me Xiaoyuan.” The devoted chemistry teacher pleaded pitifully: “Xiangxiang, I broke my leg. 137Reads6.4Score101Shelves
- 40 Street Food Recipes 地摊小吃配方 Snacks are a must-have treat found on streets and in alleys everywhere. Whether you're eating at home or setting up a stall after losing your job, snacks are an option worth considering for ordinary folks like us! So today, let's go over some snack recipes! 2.5kReads—Score892Shelves
- 41 The Art of High-EQ Socializing 高情商社交术 My new work is out! Come read it on Tomato Novel. I hope you enjoy it. Your support inspires me to write, and I'll do my best to tell every story well! 937Reads—Score100Shelves
- 42 Archaeology of China: 11-Volume Set 考古中国：全11册 The Archaeology of China series is a collection of investigative nonfiction works by authors including Yue Nan. Written over the course of thirty years, it explores eleven major archaeological projects and discoveries in China. Drawing on field interviews with people involved, archaeological reports, and extensive historical sources, the author vividly reconstructs the inception, excavation, and research of eleven projects: the Dingling Tomb of the Ming Dynasty; the Terracotta Army at the Mausol 1.4kReads9.5Score359Shelves
- 43 The Code of Power: When History Meets Economics 权力密码：当历史遇见经济学 A brand-new work from Wang Wei, bestselling author of the Understanding the Global Landscape series! Guided by the principles of understanding the reasons behind prosperity and decline, judging how power should be used, observing the art of managing people, and considering the path to success, this fresh take on history aims to uncover the rules and secrets behind how power works by examining historical events through the lens of economics. From Yu the Great controlling the floods to Liu Bang fo 1.1kReads9.5Score363Shelves
- 44 Polish Your Writing: The Essay Score-Boosting Guide 提升文笔：作文提分宝册 “Classmate ‘Overachiever’? The book everyone’s secretly reading!” In a relaxed atmosphere, quickly improve the writing skills of middle and high school students, and learn to write perfect essays for entrance exams. Enjoy beautiful writing that goes down easy. Includes: (1) Essays written in response to actual middle and high school entrance exam prompts (2) Excellent writing on a wide range of topics and in many styles (3) Humorous takes on historical figures (4) A wealth of cultural heritage e 99Reads—Score—Shelves
- 45 Perfectly Complementary 极致互补 [Short drama now streaming] [Emotion-led brand strategist Zhang Xinbei × rational investor Gao Jiawei] Modern romance / cerebral love / workplace maneuvering / mature push and pull A power couple who complement each other · One-on-one · Mutual salvation · (Those who mind a non-virgin heroine should proceed with caution. No rivalry between women, just a normal romance with sound values.) * She is a top-tier brand strategist who breaks through by understanding human nature; he is a capital markets 3.2kReads8.7Score336Shelves
- 46 Famous Figures in Ancient History 古代历史著名人物 Ancient Historical Figures is a richly researched and vividly written exploration of the brilliant stars of ancient Chinese history. With lively, nuanced prose and meticulous historical sources, the author brings to life the grandeur of figures such as Qin Shi Huang, with his extraordinary vision and ambition; Emperor Wu of Han, with his achievements in governance and war; and Zhuge Liang, with his far-reaching wisdom and strategy. Spanning the ages, the book unfolds a series of sweeping histori 4.3kReads7.1Score187Shelves
- 47 The Five Tigers Pacify the South 五虎平南 The Five Tigers Pacify the South is set during the reign of Emperor Renzong of the Great Song, when the southern barbarian king Nong Zhigao rebelled and war engulfed the southern frontier. Di Qing, Prince of Pacifying the West, received the imperial order to lead the army and set out once more with the Five Tiger Generals. But they were thwarted by the sorcery of a strange martial expert from the southern tribes: Duan Hongyu, daughter of Duan Hong of Mengyun Pass. Trained in the Way of the Immor 3Reads8.3Score—Shelves
- 48 A Half-Hour Cartoon Guide to Chinese History: Economics 半小时漫画中国史：经济篇 A new release in the Half-Hour Comics series! See history through the lens of economics! Look at history through economics, and before you know it, you’ll see the patterns behind historical change! Did Duke Huan of Qi become hegemon thanks to a trade war? Did Emperor Wu of Han fund his wars by taking away merchants’ livelihoods? No dry theories or hard-to-understand jargon. Laugh your way through an economic take on the historical patterns behind the rise and fall of Chinese dynasties! Half-Hour 182Reads9.4Score105Shelves
- 49 Bold Pursuit, Secret Indulgence 强撩与暗宠 On one side, his female boss pulls him into an emotional tug-of-war. On the other, the female dean offers him a healing companionship. Caught between them, he doesn't want to give up his stable job, but he can't bear to let go of the peace and comfort she brings, either. Choosing between them becomes his greatest dilemma. 4.5kReads7.1Score396Shelves
- 50 The History of Emperors in Half an Hour (Complete in Three Volumes) 半小时漫画帝王史（全三册） Three minutes per emperor, and you'll understand Chinese history! Simple yet comprehensive √ Learn history fast √ Clear and accessible √ Names, places, reign titles, dynasties... Good heavens! How are you supposed to remember it all and tell it apart? Open this book and you'll wish you'd found it sooner! From the long river of history, the book selects 50 important emperors who changed the course of China. Packed with informative manga and a wealth of historical sources, it brings back the l 53Reads9.1Score—Shelves
