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- 151 Decoding the Secrets of Heaven 天机解码 At a mountain temple in the fading light, an old monk smiles at a spiderweb. The threads may seem fragile, yet in the morning dew they become a dazzling chain of pearls. Is life any different? Every “beginning” is merely a punctuation mark; the true ending lies hidden in countless combinations of zeros and ones. When you learn to see the shadows of zero in times of prosperity and distill the essence of one in times of hardship, you will understand: what people call the secrets of heaven are neve 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 152 Qi Cultivation Art 练气决 The Qi Cultivation Method is a cultivation manual that guides beginners into the mysterious world of qi refinement. Starting with the most basic search for a sense of qi, it gradually delves deeper, explaining in detail the many secrets and techniques involved in qi cultivation. In this book, readers follow carefully designed steps to shut out the noise of the outside world and calm both body and mind. Through specific postures, breathing techniques, and concentration exercises, they learn to s 639Reads7.0Score7314d adds
- 153 Reincarnation Simulator: Ascending to Immortality on the Wheel of Rebirth 轮回模拟器之转轮上成仙 [In-depth Daoist knowledge + a Daoist cultivates immortality + reincarnation simulations + saving the world] I, Cheng Xuan, was an ordinary mortal who had dreamed of becoming an immortal since childhood. By a strange twist of fate, I met an unremarkable old Daoist in the mountains and began my path to immortality. After three years of arduous cultivation, I finally earned my master’s approval. As the thirty-fifth-generation disciple, I was formally accepted into the Lingbao Sect. On the very da 42Reads—Score—14d adds
- 154 I Was Common as Dirt, Yet I Became an Immortal 我本庸俗却成仙 [Want to learn immortal cultivation and the Dao? Give it a look!] I yearn to become an immortal. Cultivating the truth and comprehending the Dao have been my lifelong dream, and I practice immortal cultivation in the real world. This is an unknown story, yet one brimming with wonder... Birth, aging, sickness, and death go on without end; cultivate the truth and comprehend the Dao to transcend them. I was once ordinary, yet became an immortal, neither suffering nor indulging in pleasure. I yearn 599Reads—Score14414d adds
- 155 The Mad Daoist Xiaofan’s Journey to Enlightenment in the Mortal World 癫道小凡的人尘悟道之行 Author He Gui Gu Shan Xi poured their heart and soul into this work, blending historical sources and imagination. They build bridges between fact and fiction, and paint in the space between what is and what is not. They strive to restore historical figures to their true character while drawing on personal experience to reimagine fictional characters in depth. The novel embraces the earnest pursuit of knowledge and the Dao, the benevolence of healing through medicine, the wisdom of feng shui, the 1Reads7.5Score—14d adds
- 156 Peerless Heavenly Secrets: Revelation of the Spirit Path 绝世天机：灵途启示 This is not an ordinary cultivation novel. It doesn't deal with sect rivalries or leveling up by fighting monsters. What it takes you through is not just time and space, but a leap in the dimensions of perception. It won't tell you who is righteous and who is evil, because the truth is often hidden beyond “perspective.” It asks you to think: Is the reality you believe in really real? Are your memories really your own? Is the identity you have now truly “you”? What exists in the universe, and 172Reads6.7Score5914d adds
- 157 The Heavenly Book of Changing Fate 改运天书 The character is based on the fifth great figure of the Northeast Renaissance, Old Xu, the "knowledge mixer". Special thanks to: Wang Shengdong of Northeast Sushantang Zhang Xiaotian of Northeast Xuande Hall Zhang Wumeng, the fourth great master of the Northeast Renaissance Ouchi's secret talk A book review is the best introduction. Book lover [Chuxin Yijiu Ha]: This masterpiece is a must-recommend! The author has a wealth of knowledge, humorous language, and is proficient in everything from fen 1.1kReads8.5Score27514d adds
- 158 Cultivation Is a Philosophy 修仙是门哲学 This is my story of cultivating immortality, an unknown story, a story full of mystery... [Short Story Collection] [At the End of Science Lies the Supernatural] [Understand the stories in this book, and you can cultivate immortality] I am a real cultivator living in the modern world... I seek to become an immortal, free and joyful as the heavens. Cultivate immortality through science, ascend through physics. 350Reads—Score10614d adds
- 159 The Peerless Beauty Everyone Loves 绝色万人迷 [Universally Beloved Tendencies + Corruption + Beauty + Unhinged Characters] Yan Luo is a novice mission-taker who specializes in playing the annoying characters in story worlds. This includes, but isn't limited to, the money-hungry ex-girlfriend, the fiancée who looks down on the poor, the wicked young lady, the drama queen supporting character... and a whole host of other characters everyone hates. Yan Luo works diligently, playing every role even more exactly than the original. When it's time 242Reads8.1Score—14d adds
- 160 Clear-Eyed in the World: Wisdom from Zizhi Tongjian 人间清醒：资治通鉴智慧 Synopsis of "Clear-Eyed in a Confusing World: The Wisdom of Zizhi Tongjian" In the long river of history, the "Zizhi Tongjian" stands like a brilliant lighthouse, illuminating a thousand years of civilization. Based on this monumental work, "Clear-Eyed in a Confusing World: The Wisdom of Zizhi Tongjian" breaks through the barriers of obscure and difficult history, turning 1,362 years of upheaval into gripping stories that reveal the mysteries of political intrigue and the wisdom of life. The boo 15.5kReads8.3Score23614d adds
- 161 Reading and Conduct: The Twofold Discipline of Life 读书与做人，人生的双重修炼 My new work is here! You’re welcome to read it on Tomato Novel. I hope you’ll enjoy it. Your support motivates me to write, and I’ll do my best to tell every story well! 16Reads—Score—14d adds
- 162 The Many Sides of Human Nature 人性的那些事儿 There is no black-and-white good or evil here, only ordinary people wavering between desire and conscience. Peeling back the light and shadows within human nature, this book reveals the extraordinary glimmers of humanity within every ordinary person. 11.8kReads7.2Score31714d adds
- 163 The Complete Guide to Law 法律大全 An encyclopedia of social life, covering all aspects of life, including property rights, contracts, personal rights, and marriage and family. In clear, accessible language and with real-life cases, it explains the legal issues you may encounter in everyday life. 566Reads—Score10014d adds
- 164 The Principles of Scientific Cultivation 科学修仙原理 [System] + [Transmigration and Rebirth] + [Xuanhuan Cultivation] + [Scientific Principles] + [Promoting Traditional Chinese Culture] + [Decisive and Ruthless] + [Rogue Cultivator] + [Overpowered Power Fantasy] This story follows an unconventional researcher whose ideas are rejected by mainstream academia. He holds fast to his beliefs, but every paper he submits is rejected and ignored. After his death, people finally discover how brilliant he was. But so what? He... had already worked himself to 3Reads8.1Score—14d adds
- 165 The Perfect Dharma Body 完美法身 This is a story about the true experiences of a modern-day cultivator! Ever since I was little, there has been a dark passage inside me, giving me a life unlike anyone else’s! At twenty-four, I encountered a once-in-a-millennium stroke of fate, and my master bestowed upon me a spirit of intelligence and wisdom. From then on, I embarked on a path of cultivation, feeling my way forward on my own. After turning thirty, I spent ten years comprehending the Dao and cultivating the three hun souls and 95Reads6.4Score—14d adds
- 166 The Tao Te Ching in a Nutshell 一句话说清道德经 The road to the Dao does not lie in accumulating knowledge, but in opening the heart. It reminds us of just one thing, again and again: don’t use your mind to turn life into a complicated maze. Governing a country, dealing with the world, gains and losses, keeping healthy… Though these may seem like countless tangled matters, their underlying principle is the same: let go of control and return to what is natural. What is the Dao? It is the way all things are in their original state, unfolding 20Reads—Score514d adds
- 167 Financial Freedom: The Secret to Making Big Money for Ordinary People 财务自由：普通人赚大钱的秘诀 This book offers a detailed guide to one question: How can ordinary people make money and build wealth? It’s aimed at ordinary people with humble beginnings and no connections, and breaks down the methods and paths to making a fortune in detail. No empty talk, no vague generalities, no unrealistic platitudes, and nothing fanciful. It’s practical and down-to-earth. The advice is actionable and easy to learn and imitate. It takes an in-depth look at a wide range of cases where ordinary people turn 23.2kReads8.4Score3.6k14d adds
- 168 The Classic of Mountains and Seas: A Classical Chinese Collection Set in America 美国山海经文言文合集版 Comedy + absurdity + classical Chinese + the Classic of Mountains and Seas + the bizarre + mind-blowing twists + dead-serious nonsense, plus turning all these strange ingredients into food. Anyway, come and see for yourselves. This is a brief work in classical Chinese. Though it is not written in obscure, convoluted archaic language, it captures the spirit of the strange tales of the Wei and Jin dynasties while blending in a fresh, fantastical style. Its prose cuts like a blade, stripping iron 19Reads—Score314d adds
- 169 Recognizing Your Own Perspective 格局的自我认清 Prologue to The Bigger Picture Life is a boundless voyage, and we are all searching for the way forward. The Bigger Picture is like a lighthouse, illuminating the path to a broader perspective. This book focuses on five key dimensions for broadening your perspective: position, direction, method, pace, and rhythm. No matter where you start, you can accurately understand your position, like locating your coordinates on a vast star map; find the right direction, like setting the correct sails on a —Reads—Score114d adds
- 170 The Dream of the True Page Tao: A World Made Real from Illusions 真页道之梦化虚界 The supernatural returns, alongside alchemical arts, thunder magic, talismans, the 749 Bureau, and battles between Chinese and foreign practitioners. This is a secret chronicle of cultivation, ghost slaying, demon-smiting, and god-killing. Mysteries are gradually awakening. Where do ghosts, monsters, spirits, and demons come from? Immortals have attained the Dao, but the gods are hard to summon. The world is mired in desire. How can anyone cross over to safety? With the power of the Dream Realm, 229Reads8.0Score10014d adds
- 171 The Art of Reading Qi 望气术 Introduction to The Art of Qi Reading This book delves into the mysterious art of qi reading. Qi reading involves interpreting people's fortunes and predicting good or bad luck by observing the colors, shapes, and changes of clouds and qi fields. It can be used to assess the auspiciousness of a home or burial site. Golden yellow signifies great fortune, prosperity, and success; purple is also auspicious, signaling academic honors and an official career. Practicing qi reading requires a foundati 1.7kReads—Score57514d adds
- 172 The Six Lines: Principles of Hexagram Divination 六爻卦理篇 This book focuses on a detailed discussion of the principles behind Six Yao divination. In simple, accessible language, it uses a wealth of practical hexagram examples to analyze how these principles are applied in actual Six Yao divination. It offers everyone who enjoys or wants to learn Six Yao divination a faster and easier way to master this art. 395Reads—Score11814d adds
- 173 Real-Life Tales of Feng Shui and the Metaphysical Arts 风水玄学之实录杂谈 After eight years, I’m starting a new book. No System, no cultivating immortality. Just a straightforward account of an ordinary person’s everyday experiences with the occult. Impatient readers can start from Chapter Two. Suitable for occult enthusiasts to learn from as they read. Of course, if anything seems familiar, it’s purely a coincidence. These are just casual notes, written on a whim. 16Reads8.1Score—14d adds
- 174 After Divorce and Debt, I Make a Living Against the Odds Through Beauty 离婚负债后，我靠美业逆风谋生 At forty, Lin Wan receives her divorce decree and is left saddled with a mountain of shared debt. Her ex-husband took all their savings and refuses to pay child support. The tuition bill for her daughter's private high school weighs on her like a stone. Her once-secure job offered no future. After seeing through the beauty salon industry's endless scams, unregulated products, and high-pressure membership sales, she resolutely quits. With only a few thousand yuan in savings, no powerful backer, a 8Reads—Score314d adds
- 175 The Great Scripture of the Mystic Truth 玄真大道经 Li Xuanxin was abandoned at birth on Mount Zhongnan, but fortunately, the reclusive Daoist master Qingxu took him in. He thought he could devote himself to cultivation in peace, far from worldly affairs. But then the funeral bells of Yongjia rang. The Five Barbarians’ cavalry trampled across the Central Plains, Luoyang fell, and bones lay exposed in the wilderness. Before ascending, his master left him a prophecy: “Heaven and Earth are sealed, and the laws are incomplete. To seek the Great Way, 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 176 Shurangama Altar 楞严坛 This book is adapted from the Shurangama Sutra and covers all of its important teachings. The first volume is exactly 500,000 words and serves as a prequel to the novel. The main story begins in Volume Two. If you only want to read the story, start with Volume Two. If anything is unclear, go back to Volume One to learn how it all began. 246Reads—Score—14d adds
- 177 High-Level Principles of Thought 高层法则思维 Welcome to the Great Love Alliance of One Family Under Heaven. The thinking at the top is grounded in reality, and we’ll help you see straight through to the heart of things. [I may still be young, but I’ve lived a remarkable life. I’ve slept by a grave in the dead of night and been through moments between life and death. I’ve got plenty of experience. Don’t believe me? Come and see for yourself.] I nearly got adopted as a son by a big shot with five daughters, an absolute legend. Unfortunately, 19Reads8.5Score314d adds
- 178 The Fake Taoist Comes Down from the Mountain 假道士下山 Jia Bufan is a student at a second-rate university. In today's fiercely competitive job market, he has spent ages without finding suitable work and doesn't want to toil away, so he spends his days wandering around online. But he is naturally bright and deeply interested in traditional Chinese medicine and the occult. By chance, he meets Daoist Longquan, an expert in the occult with profound knowledge of Daoist arts, and becomes his disciple. From then on, his life takes a very different path. Th 43Reads—Score—14d adds
- 179 Huaxia Bureau for Protecting the Nation from Alien Affairs 华夏外星事务护天局 This book is a prequel to Strange Tales of Chang'an, which will continue to be updated. All ideas come from deep space. I wrote it independently, and it was not generated by AI. Updates whenever inspiration strikes. To the advanced-civilization infiltrators among my readers: please ignore me. I can't see through your light-based disguises, so I don't know who's who. 662Reads8.4Score10214d adds
- 180 The Eternal Wisdom of Weiqi 弈旨千秋 Core theme: Using the four realms of Go as its framework, the story explores Go's philosophical depth as a microcosm of Chinese culture through a journey of Go practice across time and space. It echoes Ban Gu's Treatise on Go: “Go above contains images of heaven and earth; next, the rule of emperors; in the middle, the power of the Five Hegemons; and below, the affairs of the Warring States.” In the first 17 chapters, the protagonist transmigrates through time and space to grasp the philosophica 35Reads—Score—14d adds
- 181 The I Ching in Everyday Life: My Journey to Enlightenment 生活中的易经：我的悟道实录 Which path should I take in life? Why am I still unhappy despite all my hard work? Will that person come back? Will next year be any better? We have all paused at a crossroads in life, wondering what fate has in store for us. While I was writing this series, someone asked me, “Do people actually read what you write? These days, everyone likes feel-good stories.” I smiled and said nothing. Feel-good stories can make you happy for a while, but once you finish them, you're still left feeling lost. 32Reads6.8Score1014d adds
- 182 The True Autobiography of a Taoist Priest 真正的道士自传 (Because this is a true story, it won’t be very long.) (A true story about a real Taoist priest.) (A must-read for anyone who wants to become a Taoist priest.) (I don’t write fantasy, so anyone who’s too deep into it, don’t read this.) A lot of people use “true story” as a pretext to write fantasy, and none of it is believable. Let’s take a look together. This is the story of how a real Taoist priest in the modern world grew up. 265Reads7.4Score11414d adds
- 183 I Guard the Realm with My Dao 吾以吾道守山河 [Taoist Priest + Spells + National Destiny + Supernatural + Taoist Arts] Disciples of the Taoist sect command spirits and generals, exterminate evil and vanquish demons, all because the Tao endures! Has the ghost army deep in the Taihang Mountains really seized control of China's dragon vein? Could the lost Heavenly Master's sword really be on the roof of the Peace Hotel? As the Heavenly Master's representative, he actually destroys a temple with thunder and fire at the slightest provocation! He 143Reads8.7Score—14d adds
- 184 A Letter to My Descendants 与子孙书 I record my experiences and insights about engaging with and withdrawing from the world in writing, to pass them down to future generations. Passing on family wealth is certainly important, but passing on family traditions and values is even more so. Human life is finite, but the spirit can live on. 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 185 A Brief History of Humankind 人类简史 A Brief History of Humankind is a sweeping history of human civilization, told in an accessible style. The book combines a grand, fluid narrative of the “big picture” with subtle, fascinating details about the course of human civilization. Van Loon begins with the origins of humanity, then recounts the rise of the civilizations of Egypt and Mesopotamia and the glories of the Greek and Roman eras. Tracing the rise of religion, he explores the development and transformation of medieval society, th 2.1kReads9.1Score72114d adds
- 186 Ninefold Exquisite Sacred Physique 九转玲珑圣体 [Invincible], but not brainless. [No System], yet better than having one. [Reasonable], yet [Decisive and Ruthless]. It may look like [Xianxia Fantasy], but it's also [Science Fiction]. In short: This is a novel combining xuanhuan cultivation and science fiction. The author connects psychology → life sciences → physics → information science → value philosophy, and science ←→ traditional Chinese culture, seamlessly bridging them to propose many cutting-edge academic hypotheses. An overpowered po 5Reads8.3Score—14d adds
- 187 You Can Cultivate Immortality While You Lie Flat 躺平也可以修仙 These are my personal insights and experiences in cultivating the Dao and refining qi, woven into a novel that creates a strange and eerie supernatural world through both dreams and reality. If you enjoy supernatural mysteries and immortal cultivation, give it a read. It’s unlike anything else, and the opportunity is rare. When this old man achieves a perfected Golden Core, you’ll all be disciples of my Qingfeng Sect. 651Reads6.6Score10014d adds
- 188 Words to Awaken the World: The Spirit Journey 醒世密言：灵游记 What is the human death rate? The answer is 100%. It's something no one can avoid or escape, and, damn it, it's an absolute fact. It couldn't be more true. Do we retain any awareness after death? Where do we go? What will we encounter? This book isn't about Liaozhai ghost stories or fantasy. Drawing on the travels of extraordinary people, accounts from hypnotists, and scientific research, it will guide you through the legendary world of souls and offer a preview of the place we will all eventual 45Reads—Score—14d adds
- 189 Chronicle of the Nine Netherworlds' Investiture of the Gods 九幽封神记 [Living Human Yin-Difference] [Dream Cultivation] [Primordial Spirit Awakening] [Mortal Body Ascends to Sainthood] [Mystery and Political Intrigue] [Adorable Spirit Beasts] [Karma and Retribution] [Godhood in the Underworld] Huang Xiaomi, an ordinary young woman from the mortal world, was little more than a drudge, until a blood-red nightmare sent her down the path of cultivation in the netherworld. She braved secret realms where death awaited at every turn, passed selection after selection by b 18Reads—Score—14d adds
- 190 The Secret Arts of Chinese Feng Shui and Divination 华夏绝学堪舆术数 The ancient arts of Huaxia: the I Ching and Bagua, yin-yang arts and divination. Every article is based on practical experience, with the aim of reviving Huaxia culture. Along the way, I'll share many details and secrets. Don't use them to commit evil, or Heaven will punish you. Good done without ulterior motives will be rewarded; evil done with intent will be punished. 57Reads—Score1814d adds
- 191 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. 220Reads8.1Score10014d adds
- 192 The Forgotten Poetry Collection 被遗忘的诗集 A collection of poetry by Xiyue Ruyuzhai, written over a long period of time. The poems are inspired mainly by the author's everyday observations and reflections, or by boundless flights of imagination: a dream that cannot be fully expressed in words. The author tries to put these inspirations into words as completely as possible. 22Reads—Score—14d adds
- 193 The Unparalleled National Hero, the Heavenly Doctor and Fist King 国士无双，天医拳王 (Traditional Chinese medicine, the twelve meridians, the eight extraordinary vessels, acupressure, massage, gua sha, cupping, boxing champion, wealthy, patriotic, one heroine, upright values) I'm Li Changfeng. All I want is more money than I can spend and a woman willing to roam the world with me! Who knew everyone would disagree and insist I save China and all its people... Three years later, thanks to Zhang Churan's efforts, Li Changfeng and Zhang Churan's assets have reached 100 trillion dol 1.2kReads8.8Score23514d adds
- 194 Complete Guide to Xiao Liuren Divination 小六壬预测法全集 Origin and name: Folk Six-Ren divination goes by many names, such as Zhuge Liang's Horseback Divination and Li Chunfeng's Six-Ren Hour Divination. However, most versions in circulation are not authentic and lack a systematic framework and essential methods. 2. Core principle: Based on the theory that all things are determined at a specific moment, it captures a particular instant, usually casting a hexagram from the lunar month, day, and hour, to infer the past, present, and future of events. 3. 561Reads—Score19514d adds
- 195 The Diviner of the Mortal Realm: I Use Liu Ren to Determine the Nation's Fate 凡人卜王，我以六壬定国运 [Metaphysics + Divination + Fortune-Telling + Reading Heaven’s Secrets + National Destiny + Technical] [A hard-edged epic metaphysical novel: the only contemporary work built on the true Liu Ren system, fueled by power struggles among mortals, and animated by questions of fate] [No transmigration, no golden finger. Just a left hand, a divination board, and a blood-soaked path to uncovering heaven’s secrets as a mortal] At eighteen, Yan Jidao searched for lost cats on the street and helped people 147Reads—Score—14d adds
- 196 The Black Blade Ghost Slayer 黑刀斩鬼人 No System, no clichés, not a naive protagonist, and no livestreaming. Mysticism, the Hetu and Luoshu, yin-yang, the five elements, the eight trigrams, and the nine palaces. Fantasy and supernatural events include a ghostly flood dragon in Changbai Mountain’s Heavenly Lake, a water spirit in the Peach Blossom Spring, a black dragon in Heilongjiang, a serpent transformed in the bamboo forests of southern Sichuan, an ancient tomb in the Qinling Mountains, a wormhole in Ailao Mountain, an underwater 150Reads—Score—14d adds
- 197 Plum Blossoms Bloom Beyond the Great Wall 易路梅花塞北开 The book is now complete. Thank you all for your support. This is my first novel. Philosophical topics are niche by nature. I’m not looking for traffic; I only hope to offer something to readers who are passionate about the profound and extensive culture of the I Ching. The book consists of three volumes, progressing logically from specific details to the bigger picture. My abilities are limited, my knowledge shallow, and I published in haste, so there are bound to be many shortcomings and error 4Reads—Score—14d adds
- 198 I'm a Traditional Medicine Streamer, Master of the I Ching, Physiognomy, Feng Shui, and Martial Arts 我中医主播精通周易面相风水国术 The renowned Zhouyi expert and feng shui master Li Changsheng transmigrates to a parallel world. He becomes a pitiful orphan who has relied on his grandfather for as long as he can remember. In this world, traditional Chinese medicine and herbal remedies vanished more than five hundred years ago. But his grandfather has a dream: to revive traditional Chinese medicine. Li Changsheng has read the book The Heavenly Healer’s Secret Realm tens of thousands of times since childhood. His grandfather ho 5.1kReads8.9Score77414d adds
- 199 The Message from the People of the Earth's Core 地心人的传话 This is a science fiction novel, inspired by an unusual dream I had and written after I collected some information. Please read it as science fiction. It is purely fictional, so don’t take it seriously. Another reason I wrote it is that I hope human civilization can truly unite, live in harmony, and advance science and technology together until we reach an early-stage civilization and enter the golden age we dream of. Finally, I want to tell everyone that I have never encountered the so-called s 4.1kReads9.4Score47414d adds
- 200 Unraveling the Ways of Human Relationships 揭秘人情世故 Everything in this book is fictional and does not represent reality. This book examines the essence of human relationships and social dealings, revealing the more hidden dimensions of power struggles in interpersonal relationships. When primordial chaos first opened, human relations began. Through interaction, history unfolded; through social ties, the world took shape. In the subtle and shadowy corners of today's world, hidden dragons conceal their scales and white tigers hide their claws. Only 26Reads—Score—14d adds
