Readers 2015 Issue 22

Readers Magazine Editorial OfficeDuzhe Publishing & Media Corp. · ChinaOct 2015

Rating 4.0

Word count: 81K words
Chapters: 56

Summary

For many years, Readers magazine has taken the promotion of the finest human culture as its mission, upholding the editorial purpose of "drawing widely from China and abroad, gathering the essence, enlightening thought, and broadening horizons." It follows the publishing philosophy that "to choose Readers is to choose an outstanding culture," seeking out the true, the good, and the beautiful in human nature and expressing humanistic care. In both content and form the magazine keeps pace with the times, pursuing high quality and refinement and striving to present the very best work. Through the richness and diversity of its format and content, it has won the affection and support of readers of all ages and from all walks of life.

Editor's review

The 22nd issue of 2015 continues Reader's Digest's consistent editorial temperament, with gathering the best from China and abroad as its foundation, focusing on ordinary people's emotions, life wisdom, and the brightness of human nature. Its value lies not in chasing hot topics but in selecting readable pieces from a vast amount of writing: there are gentle narratives and short, forceful opinions, observations of real circumstances and reflections beyond the everyday. The arrangement of varying lengths gives reading an easy rhythm—you can immerse yourself in a story or essay, or finish a short piece in a few minutes, suitable for flipping through during commutes, before bed, and on weekends. For longtime readers, this issue is familiar companionship; for new readers, it is a window into Reader's Digest's style, allowing them to rediscover the pleasure of quiet reading amid busyness and to draw comfort, inspiration, and strength to keep going.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Office workers who want a quiet reading experience in fragmented time
Junior high school and above readers who enjoy short essays, personal reflections, and warm stories
Students who need to accumulate writing material and learn narrative and argumentative expression
Readers looking for mild, all-ages reading for family members

Not a good fit for

Readers expecting in-depth academic argumentation or systematic professional knowledge
Readers focused only on immediate news and hot-topic commentary
Readers who prefer long-form continuous narratives and dislike short-piece collections

Reading tips

Read two or three pieces at a time, then pause and write down the one sentence that struck you most.
Jump between columns: read narratives first, then opinions and essays, to keep the rhythm.
Read favorite passages aloud to family, or use them as bedtime shared reading material.
Keep a small notebook to record sentences that move you and note their sources.

About the publisher

Duzhe Publishing & Media Corp. China · Founded in 2009

Duzhe Publishing & Media Corp. takes Duzhe magazine as its core brand, with publishing directions covering periodicals, books, and textbooks and supplementary teaching materials, among which the Duzhe series of periodicals is its most representative publication. The books in the database are mainly various 2012 issues of Duzhe, such as several issues from No. 14 to No. 24, reflecting the publisher's approach of drawing on the author resources of the Duzhe editorial department and featuring the collected publication of periodical content. In addition to periodical publications, the company is also involved in the publication and distribution of books and textbooks and supplementary teaching materials. However, publicly available information in the database is limited, the common categories are not yet clear, and the representative books are concentrated on issues of Duzhe magazine, making it difficult to fully present its book publishing structure on this basis. Overall, the publisher's characteristic lies in relying on the Duzhe brand to carry out serialized and continuous publishing development around periodical content, with author resources drawn mainly from the Duzhe editorial department and related editorial teams.

版权信息
【卷首语】脸
【文苑】微笑老妞
【点滴】见得思义
【人生之旅】这个字写得好
【文苑】书祸
【文苑】你的那双眼睛
【杂谈随感】人生第一桩事
【文苑】浇浇那冷雨
【人物】大器心成境界新生
【言论】言论
【人生之旅】菊妹的故事
【人生之旅】围垦深处的妇女
【两代之间】夏小绿的爱情课
【点滴】无关痛痒的角色
【人世间】这世界，他来过
【名人轶事】天下之至好
【回忆】黑吃“四寸膘”
【杂谈随感】削杖与烹鸽
【杂谈随感】个人是尊严的基本单位
【名人轶事】稀奇古怪
【乐活】文玩
【两代之间】心底藏着艺术家
【文化茶座】皇家的堂会
【话与画】心思
【话题】谁的孩子上北大
【杂谈随感】整你的人，大多不如你
【漫画与幽默】漫画与幽默
【文苑】母亲的大碗
【人与自然】獾鼻
【意林】巧说
【意林】谈闲
【意林】雪隐
【人物】当幸福来敲门
【点滴】雅好
【人生之旅】牛排的滋味
【心理人生】深山咖啡店
【点滴】我亦无争，天亦美
【文化茶座】说说郑和下西洋
【心理人生】一次
【青年一代】枕草子
【人与自然】那是人类才犯的错误
【社会之窗】是教养让你跟别人不一样
【点滴】畏惧也是一种美德
【乐活】一个人的餐酒
【在海外】30厘米的尊严
【影像】最美丽的自驾路
【人世间】普通人家的生死
【青年一代】让我请您吃顿饭
【杂谈随感】经济学家趣说“股市”
【心理人生】后现代购物模式
【生活之友】美剧编剧指南
【幽默小品】财主的笨儿子
【文苑】桃酱人偶
【两代之间】母亲
【互动】“《读者》光明行动”（31） ——用心看世界，用爱传光明

FAQ

Is Reader's Digest suitable for teenagers?

Generally yes. It consists mostly of short narratives, essays, and opinions, with mild content and positive values; however, when teenagers read it, parents or teachers are still advised to discuss it appropriately to help them understand different circumstances and viewpoints.

I have never read Reader's Digest. Can I start with this issue?

Yes. Each issue consists of many relatively independent articles and does not depend on prior context; starting with this issue will not affect comprehension and can quickly give you a feel for the publication's selection style and column rhythm.

Does this magazine need to be read from beginning to end in order?

No. The arrangement is flexible; you can pick pieces of interest from the table of contents, or read short pieces before long ones. Reading in order is only one way; jumping around also provides a complete reading experience.

What should I do after reading to leave a deeper impression?

Mark lightly while reading, and afterward pick one piece and write two or three sentences of response, or discuss it with friends; copy down favorite sentences and review them regularly—more rewarding than trying to finish in one sitting.

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About the author

Readers Magazine Editorial Office Author

Readers Magazine Editorial Office is the editorial and publishing body of the magazine Readers, affiliated with Readers Publishing & Media Co., Ltd. Founded in Lanzhou, Gansu, in April 1981 under the name Reader's Digest, the magazine adopted its current name in 1993. Guided by the principle of drawing widely from Chinese and foreign sources and gathering the finest writing, it selects outstanding articles from home and abroad, covering the humanities, society, daily life and human feeling. Its plain and enduring style has earned it the reputation of a spiritual reader for the Chinese people , and its circulation has long ranked among the leading Chinese periodicals. The database holds 97 titles edited by the office, mostly individual issues from various years. Due to limited public information, its institutional history and staffing are not elaborated here.