Wild Fox Ridge, an acclaimed novel by Chinese author Xuemo, has been awarded the 2025 International Book Award in the Historical Fiction category, marking a significant milestone in the global appreciation of Chinese literature. The novel, translated by Howard Goldblatt and Sylvia Li-chun Lin, and published by Ruxue International Media, has previously won the 2025 International Impact Book Award and achieved bestseller status on Amazon, underscoring its widespread appeal.
The International Book Awards, one of the most prestigious honors in the publishing industry, received thousands of submissions from around the world, making Wild Fox Ridge's victory a testament to its literary excellence and the universal resonance of its themes. The novel represents a departure from Xuemo's earlier realist works, blending historical narrative with mystical elements to reconstruct a forgotten myth from China's West, a storytelling approach that has captivated readers and critics alike.
Jeffrey Keen, President and CEO of the Book Festival, highlighted the rigorous selection process and the high caliber of this year's competition. The award not only celebrates Xuemo's individual achievement but also signifies the increasing global influence of Chinese literature, fostering cultural exchange between the East and West.
With a judging panel comprising representatives from leading publishers and independent houses worldwide, the International Book Awards underscore the importance of literary diversity and innovation. The upcoming promotional campaign for Wild Fox Ridge aims to introduce the novel to an even wider audience, further enhancing its international footprint and the visibility of Chinese literary works on the global stage.
Wild Fox Ridge is available for purchase on Amazon, offering readers around the world the opportunity to explore this award-winning novel.
