The Fire Keeper, Liu Cixin's only science-fiction fairy tale, follows a young man who travels to the edge of the world to save the girl he loves. There he meets an elderly fire keeper who ignites the sun each morning and can take him on a journey to restore the fading star linked to her life.

The new edition has been upgraded from its original 32mo size to an impressive 8mo format. This larger size allows readers to fully appreciate the expansive landscapes of the Far East Island, the vastness of the starry sea, the grandeur of the whale bones, and the burning sun depicted within its pages.

The book's binding and design have been completely reimagined. It features a round spine with sewn binding, ensuring that the stunning double-page illustrations are no longer interrupted by the binding seam.

The book contains both an outer and inner cover: the outer cover presents a deep starry blue sky with a yellow moon, creating a striking contrast with the title, while the inner cover is crafted from sky-blue art paper, reminiscent of the Far East Island's morning sky. The interior pages are printed on eye-friendly, soft-colored art paper, which enhances the texture of the oil painting illustrations without causing glare.

Author: Liu Cixin

Illustrator: BUTU

Publisher: Yilin Press

Publication date: August 2026

Pages: 84

Price: 88 yuan