People-to-people connectivity has been one of the pillars of China-U.S. relations, and will continue to be in the future.‬ John Randolph Thornton is a young American author delving into cross-cultural experiences in China. At 14 years old, he studied in China for a year, which inspired his first novel, "Beautiful Country." In a recent interview with CGTN's Tian Wei, Thornton emphasized how literature bridges cultures and fosters connections in China-U.S. ties. Take a look.