Bridge21 is a boutique publishing company that was founded in Los Angeles in 2011. Its primary mission is to foster connections between East Asian and English-speaking cultures on a global scale. The company is dedicated to producing original English scholarly works in the humanities and social sciences that delve into the historical traditions and modern trajectory of the region. Additionally, it focuses on translating scholarly, cultural, literary, and popular writings from the East Asian region.

Bridge21's diverse range of publications spans various fields, including literature (short stories, novels, prose, and poetry), various forms of art (such as music, cinema, and theatre), philosophy, religion, history, education, sociology, finance, business, and more. Notably, the company's contemporary Chinese literature series showcases the works of today's prominent Chinese writers. To cater to an overseas audience, Bridge21's ebook library also features publications in native languages from the region.