In the 1980s, Chinese novelists had made extensive explorations and attempts on the art of novels, resulting in many important works. The following are some important explorations and attempts: 1. New realism: In the 1980s, some novelists began to explore a new style of realism, emphasizing realism and objectiveness as opposed to the subjective and symbolism of traditional novels. These novelists included Chen Zhongshi, Jia Pingao, Mo Yan, and others. 2. Modern: In the 1980s, modern literature gained widespread attention in China. Some novelists began to adopt the modern style, such as Wang Xiaobo, Li Ao, Yu Hua, etc. 3. feminism: In the 1980s, feminism literature began to rise in China. Many novelists began to pay attention to the fate of women and gender issues, such as Yang Jiang, Qian Zhongshu, Qin Mu, etc. 4. New Wuxia: In the 1980s, new Wuxia literature became popular. Many novelists began to write novels with Wuxia as the theme, such as Jin Yong, Gu Long, Liang Yusheng, etc. 5. Science fiction: In the 1980s, Chinese science fiction novels began to rise. Many novelists began to write novels with science fiction as the theme, such as Liu Cixin, Ye Yonglie, Zheng Yuanjie, etc. These explorations and attempts laid the foundation for the development of modern Chinese novels and influenced later novelists.