In 2026, Taiwan achieved a historic milestone in world literature. Taiwan Travelogue, written by Yáng Shuāng-zǐ and translated by Lin King, became the first novel originally written in Mandarin Chinese to win the International Booker Prize. Set in 1930s Japanese-occupied Taiwan, the novel explores themes of colonialism, class, and love through a culinary journey. This achievement not only brought international recognition to Taiwanese literature but also highlighted the growing importance of literary translation. The International Booker Prize is one of the world's most prestigious literary awards. Established in 2005, it was originally awarded every two years to recognize an author's lifetime contribution to fiction. However, the prize underwent a major transformation in 2016. It is now awarded annually to a single book of fiction translated into English and published in the UK or Ireland. The £50,000 award is shared equally between the author and the translator. This practice clearly emphasizes translation as a creative achievement rather than a mere technical task. Over the years, the prize has introduced English readers to global masterpieces, such as The Vegetarian by South Korean author Han Kang in 2016 and Flights by Polish writer Olga Tokarczuk in 2018. These works demonstrate the prize's commitment to literary diversity. They successfully bring voices from different cultures to a global audience. Beyond recognizing literary excellence, the prize profoundly impacts the publishing industry. Winning or even being shortlisted often leads to increased book sales, wider translation opportunities, and greater international visibility. Most importantly, it encourages readers to explore stories beyond their cultural boundaries. The success of Taiwan Travelogue perfectly illustrates this point. Translated literature helps local stories reach global audiences while enriching our understanding of diverse histories and experiences.