"Local literature" and "rural life novels" were both common types of literature in Chinese literature, with their own unique literary characteristics and writing style. "Local literature" usually refers to literary works that describe the life and natural environment of rural areas in China. The theme is usually the description of rural life, peasant labor, rural culture and traditional customs, as well as thinking about rural society and interpersonal relationships. The creation of local literature was inspired by local customs, historical and cultural heritage, and real life, emphasizing regional characteristics and local culture. The "rural life novels" were more focused on describing the life experiences and stories of urban residents in the countryside, reflecting the changes in rural life and the process of modernisation. At the same time, they also paid attention to the living conditions and fate of the rural population. The topics of rural life novels usually included social problems, economic development, rural reform, the fate of the rural population, and so on. Although "local literature" and "rural life novels" both described the life and stories of rural areas, their literary theme, writing style, and readers were different.