Why I Created Hearts in Hanzi
Some stories are too beautiful and too heart-warming to stay locked in one language.
For almost two years, I’ve been translating Chinese web novels — starting with All Things Fluff, a small corner of the internet where I could share stories I loved. But as the months went by, I realized I wanted something that could grow with me. I didn’t just want a site that hosted chapters; I wanted a home with space for better structure, clearer identity, and a place where readers could feel the heart behind every translation.
Hearts in Hanzi came from that shift — a quiet but determined urge to build something more intentional. A place where the stories, the craft, and the community could fit together naturally. It’s still the same love for translating, just with a bigger, steadier vision behind it.
Xin Xin — The Little Traveler Between Worlds
Xin Xin was created with a simple idea in mind: every story is a world of its own, and someone has to be brave enough (and curious enough) to cross between them. Xin Xin is that guide — the small messenger who slips through pages, timelines, and universes to bring these stories home.
Xin Xin carries the threads of language and emotion, bridging the distance between the original Chinese text and the readers waiting on the other side.
Xin Xin isn’t just a mascot. They’re the reminder that each chapter makes a journey before it reaches you. They represent the spirit of Hearts in Hanzi: wandering with purpose, and making every world feel a little closer than before.
The Web Is Ad-Free Today — And Tomorrow Too
Ever since I started translating, I’ve kept things ad-free — partly out of principle, partly because I’m the kind of person who immediately clicks away when a site is 80% pop-ups and 20% actual content. You know those pages where you have to dodge three banners, close two floating boxes, and pray you don’t accidentally open a new tab? Yeah… no thanks.
Hearts in Hanzi is meant to feel calm, clear, and welcoming. A place where you can just… read. No visual clutter. No distractions. No “find the X button” mini-games. I want the experience to stay that way — simple, soft, and centered on the stories.
So yes: it’s ad-free today, and that’s the plan for the future too. Readers deserve a space that feels like a breath of fresh air, not a battlefield of pop-ups.
Will the Website Use Coins?
Nope — not now, and not later. I’ve always preferred things to be simple and straightforward, both for me and for readers. A coin system just doesn’t fit the kind of experience I want Hearts in Hanzi to have.
I like the idea of letting you read without extra steps or little currencies to manage. Just click, read, enjoy — that’s the whole point.
So yes: coin-free today, and staying that way.
How Does the Page Sustain Itself?
I have a Ko-fi. That’s where readers can send donations or support the projects they enjoy. If you’ve followed my work for a while, you probably know I also offer early EPUB/PDF versions of the books before the full translation is released/finished here on the site — perfect for those who want to read ahead.
The website runs on a mix of that support and my own contribution. Half of the upkeep comes from me personally, and the rest comes from Ko-fi and early book sales.
Will the Page Accept Other Translators on the Website?
For now, no. I’ve always worked solo — every chapter, every update, every part of the site is something I handle myself. And since there isn’t a steady income supporting the website, I wouldn’t feel right bringing in other translators without being able to properly sustain or compensate them.
So at the moment, Hearts in Hanzi will stay a one-person project. Maybe things will evolve someday, but right now, it’s just me, doing what I can with the time and resources I have.
Copyright & Disclaimer
All stories translated on Hearts in Hanzi belong to their original authors and publishers. This site does not claim any rights to the source material.
The EPUB and PDF versions offered here are supporter editions — early access copies for readers who want to support the time, hosting, and work that goes into these translations. They are not official or licensed publications.
If any author or publisher requests removal of a title or a file, I will immediately honor that request.
Translations here are shared with love for the original works. Thank you for reading with care and respect.
Want to Support the Website?
If you enjoy the stories here and want to help keep Hearts in Hanzi running, your support is always appreciated but never expected. You can visit my Ko-fi, leave a tip, or grab the early EPUB/PDF versions of the books — every bit helps with hosting costs and lets me keep the site ad-free and cozy.
Whether you choose to support or simply read along, thank you for being here.
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