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The “Contactless” Marketing Trend in the Era of COVID-19

The “Contactless” Marketing Trend in the Era of COVID-19 2021.04.05 The pandemic has changed the publishing industry The virus, COVID-19, struck global industries and economies in January 2020. Our daily life has changed completely as well. The schools’ administration system almost froze as all the schools postponed the new semester. Libraries, art museums, museums, and stadiums had to close due to social-distancing. Schools that postponed the new semester a couple of times chose to open classes online. Publishers had to grope in the dark, putting a halt to publications or promotions of new titles that they have long been preparing for. It was a total nightmare. While all the cultural markets were engulfed in endless darkness, it was yet good news that the book market saw a relatively satisfactory performance. The virus-driven shock to offline bookstores was dire. However, for online bookstores, their sales record soared, led by children’s and teen boo...

VOL.33 / 2021.04

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

Bombom Publishing Co.

Korean Publishers Bombom Publishing Co. Unique Picture Books Made with Love 2022.10.04 Picture books were often regarded as “books only for children.” Driven by the growing interest of adult readers in picture books, however, a number of “picture books for adults” have been published lately. “What are picture books for adults?” In search of the answer to the question, Bombom Publishing Co. is dedicated to redefining them as “books that both adults and children can enjoy” from “books that adults can merely read,” and to publishing picture books covering all genres. We had the opportunity to feel the publisher’s commitment to its readers, along with a passion for picture books. The logo of Bombom Publishing Co. It is our pleasure to have Bombom Publishing Co. in K-Book Trends’ interview. Please introduce the company and its mission to our global readers. “B...

VOL.51 / 2022.10

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Agency list

Agency List Agency list 2021.08.02 Abba Communication Ltd. Launched as a translation and interpretation agency in 204, Abba Communication (Abba here after) now also acts as a copyright agency. Abba supports young Korean publishers who are aspiring to build experiences in moving on to the international market, providing consultation on the way until they become global. Abba’s special forte is its excellent professional team with expertise in re-writing and/or editing synopses and introductions into texts both competitive and persuasive. Other services Abba provides include translating original materials and creating promotional texts. Focused Subjects LiberalArts : Biography, Management, Negotiation Contacts ? Kim jungsukE-mail : jskim@abbacomm.co.kr / Phone : +82-2-707-2103 / Regions : Asia, UK, USA ? Han-gyul GoE-mail : abba@abbacomm.co.kr / Phone : +82-2-707-2103 / Region...

VOL.37 / 2021.08

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Overseas Publication Grants 2021

Overseas Publication Grants 2021 Grants awarded in 2021 2021.07.05 The Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA) has carried out this year’s “Overseas Publication Grants” to promote the overseas advancement of Korean publications. The “Overseas Publication Grants 2021” has provided partial grants to overseas publishers who have published or are planning to publish Korean content under contract with Korean publishers. Criteria for assessment were quality of contents, marketability, and ability of the publisher. Different amounts of grants will be provided depending on the region (Europe, US, UK, China, Japan, etc.). Following is the grant-winning work of the “Overseas Publication Grants 2021.” Where is Grandma? Writer | An EunyoungPublisher | A thousand hopeGenre | Children’s bookTranslated Language | Traditional ChineseAwarded Publisher | Alvita Publishing Co., LtdISBN | 97898...

VOL.36 / 2021.07

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Agency list

Agency list 2021.07.05 Abba Communication Ltd. Launched as a translation and interpretation agency in 204, Abba Communication (Abba here after) now also acts as a copyright agency. Abba supports young Korean publishers who are aspiring to build experiences in moving on to the international market, providing consultation on the way until they become global. Abba’s special forte is its excellent professional team with expertise in re-writing and/or editing synopses and introductions into texts both competitive and persuasive. Other services Abba provides include translating original materials and creating promotional texts. Focused Subjects LiberalArts : Biography, Management, Negotiation Contacts ? Kim jungsukE-mail : jskim@abbacomm.co.kr / Phone : +82-2-707-2103 / Regions : Asia, UK, USA ? Han-gyul GoE-mail : abba@abbacomm.co.kr / Phone : +82-2-707-2103 / Regions : Asia, UK, USA ...

VOL.36 / 2021.07

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

A Thousand Hopes

Korean Publishers A Thousand Hopes The Butterfly Effect: the Wind of Reading Sows Hope in Children 2022.06.07 One of the good habits parents should help their children build is reading. Reading develops a child’s thinking abilities and creativity, which serves as stepping stones to leap towards a greater future. Therefore, it is very important to help children read good books and build a reading habit. A Thousand Hopes is a publisher specializing in children’s books, which has been publishing books with the hope that children will develop the habit of reading and enjoying books. And it has been creating a butterfly effect, where the wind of reading it arouses opens the path for children’s growth full of hope. Following is an interview with Choi Jin, CEO of A Thousand Hopes, which has been a good book friend for children, expanding the horizon of children’s books. Logo of A Thousand Hopes &...

VOL.47 / 2022.06

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Woongjin ThinkBig

Korean Publishers Woongjin ThinkBig Publishing Spectrum Expanding with High-Quality Content 2022.05.02 In every social aspect, we talk about role theory. Faithfully fulfilling a role appropriate for each position positively impacts society as a whole or the entire field, and will inevitably be exerted as a power to seek opportunities to grow together. Woongjin ThinkBig's Book Business Headquarters, which plays a leading role as a genuine general publishing house, has published books of various kinds throughout a long history. Furthermore, in the rapidly changing publishing market, new businesses that can chart a plan for the future are expanding. Following is an interview with Woongjin ThinkBig's Book Business Headquarters, which is actively responding to the development of new markets in the publishing industry by publishing books that meet the needs of the times and expanding the scope of the publishing market. Logo of Woongji...

VOL.46 / 2022.05

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Agency list

Agency list 2021.06.07 Abba Communication Ltd. Launched as a translation and interpretation agency in 204, Abba Communication (Abba here after) now also acts as a copyright agency. Abba supports young Korean publishers who are aspiring to build experiences in moving on to the international market, providing consultation on the way until they become global. Abba’s special forte is its excellent professional team with expertise in re-writing and/or editing synopses and introductions into texts both competitive and persuasive. Other services Abba provides include translating original materials and creating promotional texts. Focused Subjects LiberalArts : Biography, Management, Negotiation Contacts ? Kim jungsukE-mail : jskim@abbacomm.co.kr / Phone : +82-2-707-2103 / Regions : Asia, UK, USA ? Han-gyul GoE-mail : abba@abbacomm.co.kr / Phone : +82-2-707-2103 / Regions : Asia, UK, USA ...

VOL.35 / 2021.06

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Changbi Publishers

Korean Publishers Changbi Publishers The Unfathomable Depth of Beauty 2022.03.07 We all have our own stories that have made us who we are today. Here, Changbi Publishers has a long-established history and tradition, and the publisher has become the way it is now through countless transitions. As it always rose amid severe government oppression, Changbi Publishers was able to keep expanding the spectrum of publishing in the country through endless attempts. The publishing house is actively playing on the global stage, regardless of the genre, from children’s books and literature with touching stories to books containing various knowledge of intellectuals. Also, by using online platforms, it seeks to get closer to readers. Therefore, it is a great time to introduce Changbi Publishers, who are committed to enriching communication with readers by engaging with global trends. Plea...

VOL.44 / 2022.03

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Winners of the 2021 Bologna Ragazzi Award

Winners of the 2021 Bologna Ragazzi Award IPARAPA YAMOOYAMOO, THE YULU LINEN, RICE RICE RICE, and SO MUCH SNOW! 2021.06.07 Four Korean picture books were chosen as the winners of this year’s Bologna Ragazzi Award in four categories at the Bologna Children’s Book Fair scheduled to be held online from June 14 to 17. THE YULU LINEN (top left), RICE RICE RICE (top right), SO MUCH SNOW (bottom left), IPARAPA YAMOOYAMOO (bottom right) Author Yi Gee Eun’s IPARAPA YAMOOYAMOO (Sakyejul Publishing Ltd.) won the award in the Comics ? Early Reader category while author Suzy Lee’s THE YULU LINEN (Bear Books Inc.) won in the Fiction 2021 - Special Mention category in which she drew pictures to the story of Cao Wenzuan. Also, author Bamco’s RICE RICE RICE (Hyang) was selected as the winner in the Non-Fiction 2021 - Special Mention category, and author Park Hyun Min’s SO MUCH SNOW (Dalgrimm (Yellowpig Publisher)) claimed the first place in the Ope...

VOL.35 / 2021.06

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