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The Shanghai Literary Review is an independent magazine devoted to global art, literature, & culture. But we need your support.
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We are passionate about showcasing diverse, thought-provoking, and boundary-pushing work in literature, art, and culture.
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Your support plays a crucial role in helping us to publish and distribute new issues featuring talented writers and artists from around the world.
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It enables us to pay writers and artists for their work, along with commissioning original work from underrepresented voices.
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Small publications operate on modest budgets, often relying on a dedicated team and the generosity of the arts community to continue producing high-quality content.
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Our readers' support allows us to host readings and workshops, and explore collaborative projects that build and connect literary communities.
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Your donation offsets the cost of our online platform, helping us to reach readers worldwide, as well as the cost of printing and shipping print copies.

Thank you!
谢谢!
Merci!
がとう!
Danke!
감사합니다!
Gracias!
धन्यवाद!
We deeply appreciate your support. Together, we can continue to foster a vibrant and inclusive literary community across the world.
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Friends of TSLR is a community of passionate readers and supporters who receive exclusive benefits for their annual support—think of it as a flexible membership that celebrates independent publishing.
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Yes, your payment information is completely secure. We use Stripe, a leading payment processing platform, to handle all transactions on our website, including donations and purchases from our online store. Stripe is PCI-compliant and employs advanced encryption to protect your data.
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All Friends memberships are valid for one year from the date of your donation. After that, you’re welcome to renew your support to continue enjoying our exclusive perks and help sustain independent literary publishing.
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Your support will directly fund the production, distribution, and promotion of The Shanghai Literary Review. This includes covering printing costs, compensating contributors, organizing events, and maintaining our online presence. Every contribution helps us to continue to showcase diverse voices and foster a global literary community.
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Yes, you can donate in various currencies through our online payment platform. When you make a donation, the amount will be automatically converted to USD based on the current exchange rate. We appreciate support from our international readers and community members.