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Now That I'm 32
PG-13, R
After her 32nd birthday, the female protagonist experiences a series of significant life changes as she confronts issues of love, career, and even life and death. Supported by her friends and lover, she embarks on a journey of transformation. Although she is already an adult, the process of growth is ongoing. This story intertwines the harsh realities of life with the romance of storytelling, highlighting the challenges modern women often face after turning thirty. Ultimately, it aims to soothe readers' hearts through the protagonist's journey.
Information
Publisher
Crescent Culture Enterprise Co., Ltd.
Publication Date
Feb, 2024
Volume/ Episode/ Chapter
1 (END)
Format
147x210mm/ 368 pages/ paperback
ISBN
978-626-97-3707-9
Introduction
On the protagonist's 32nd birthday, their life takes a dramatic turn. What was thought to be the beginning of a happy romance with a senior they had parted ways with 12 years ago leads to a series of problems with long-time friends, including life-and-death separations. At work, they find themselves struggling between ideals and reality. In love, two people who believed they were in sync ultimately break up due to false news...
Selling Points
(1) This work was awarded third place in the Novel category at the 1st Crescent Culture Creation Awards.
(2) The shift in workplace dynamics in the digital age—how should senior journalists from the 1950s and 60s adapt to new forms of news dissemination, such as podcasts and YouTube?
(3) The struggle between ideals and reality—should a journalist create news through sensational headlines or fabricated stories for the sake of pressure and clicks, or should they remain true to their principles and delve into the authentic essence of society and celebrities?
(4) The clash between traditional and modern perspectives—in marriage, a daughter-in-law is not obligated to conform to her in-laws, and the responsibility for educating the next generation is not solely that of the mother. This also explores the roles of working women and stay-at-home mothers.
(5) The life journey of a close friend, along with the protagonist’s career development, inspires the protagonist to break free from convention and undergo transformation and growth.
(2) The shift in workplace dynamics in the digital age—how should senior journalists from the 1950s and 60s adapt to new forms of news dissemination, such as podcasts and YouTube?
(3) The struggle between ideals and reality—should a journalist create news through sensational headlines or fabricated stories for the sake of pressure and clicks, or should they remain true to their principles and delve into the authentic essence of society and celebrities?
(4) The clash between traditional and modern perspectives—in marriage, a daughter-in-law is not obligated to conform to her in-laws, and the responsibility for educating the next generation is not solely that of the mother. This also explores the roles of working women and stay-at-home mothers.
(5) The life journey of a close friend, along with the protagonist’s career development, inspires the protagonist to break free from convention and undergo transformation and growth.
Awards& Ranking
This work was awarded third place in the Novel category at the Crescent Culture Creation Awards.
Author
Du,Wan-Yan(杜宛炎)
About the Author
A new-generation writer from Taiwan, she has leveraged her years of experience as a journalist to skillfully depict social realities. Her characters are well-developed, and she captures emotions with nuance, delving deeply into their inner lives. She was awarded third place in the Novel category at the Crescent Culture Creation Awards.
Copyright Ownership
Crescent Culture Enterprise Co., Ltd.
Copyright Contact
Chen Yu Jou(Marketing Manager)
lune@crescent.com.tw
lune@crescent.com.tw
