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NaeRule Gunaseo Supuro Library (Stream & Forest Library)

Book Trip [Book Space in Korean Media ①] NaeRule Gunaseo Supuro Library(Stream & Forest Library) An Urban Forest that Melts in Our Hearts Like Spring Nights 2022.10.04 Shooting spots are places that all drama fans would like to see. Once you arrive at the place you remember the most from your favorite drama, you feel like you have become a part of the drama and have a special experience. For example, “NaeRule Gunaseo Supuro Library (Stream & Forest Library),” located in Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul, is where the drama “One Spring Night” was filmed. It is a place you can enjoy reading books while feeling the lingering memories of the drama. The drama, which has been steadily loved by people for its unique, calm atmosphere and sentimental vibe even after it has ended, drew attention as popular actor Jung Hae-In and actress Han Ji-Min starred in it. It was also loved by fans all over the world as it was released on Netflix. In the drama, as Han Ji-Min appe...

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[TREND / ONE-LINER QUOTES]

A Diplomat’s Pick

One-Liner Quotes A Diplomat’s Pick 2022.10.04 “Yeonhaengnok (燕行錄)” is a very special collection of Korean travel literature. Marco Polo’s The Travels of Marco Polo, Ibn Battuta’s Rihla, and monk Hyecho’s Wang Ocheonchukguk Jeon are travelogues about the writers’ trips to other countries, but Yeonhaengnok is different from typical travelogues as it is a journal about diplomatic activities. The book is a well-organized, systematic travel journal written by former diplomats of Korea cumulated over a long period of time. It is very unlikely to find something of its kind anywhere in the world except in Korea. One of the best-appraised Yeonhaengnoks in Korea is The Jehol Diary written by Park Ji-Won as he returned from China in 1780. The book The Jehol Diary (Green Bee) is a travel journal of events that took place over a 3,500km round trip of the Joseon diplomatic corps, as they departed from Seoul...

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[TREND / TOPIC]

Fandom and Publishing

Topic Fandom and Publishing Trend in the Korean publishing market in 2022 2022.09.05 I have talked with a number of editors from publishing companies about “profitable books.” They all said, “The results are mostly determined by how influential the author is. How many readers it can attract is also one of the key points of signing a contract.”While fewer people are reading books, more people hope to write books today. So, among the manuscripts flooding in, the writers who sign the contract at the end are those who are influential. The marketing capacity of the publisher is indeed important. But, in this market where capital decides the marketing power, it is more likely that you must bring in “people that don’t read” to make a book go best seller. Thus, it is clear that a publishing company prefers to publish books by those with a strong fandom, created before publication. ...

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[INTERVIEW / KOREAN AUTHORS]

Imagination Sketched in Colored Pencils: The Pencil by Author Kim Hyeeun

Korean Authors Imagination Sketched in Colored Pencils:The Pencil by Author Kim Hyeeun 2026.05 Trees are felled whenever a pencil is made. Author Kim Hyeeun is a picture book author who reflects on the sacrifice of trees. Her book, The Pencil, was born from a heart that cherishes both art and nature. We interviewed Kim Hyeeun, an author who cares deeply for both her craft and the environment, to explore her imagination and thoughts. The Pencil Q. Was there a specific inspiration that led you to write The Pencil? The Pencil is my very first book. I felt a lot of pressure and spent much time worrying about how to fully capture my own thoughts in my debut picture book. At first, I tried to create a story around grand and flashy subjects, but those attempts felt like wearing someone else’s clothes...

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[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

The Future of Our Society as Told by an Editor from Maybooks

Korean Publishers The Future of Our Society as Told by an Editor from Maybooks 2026.04 Maybooks is a publishing house that looks toward people. The books published by Maybooks, such as People on the Edge, Workers, Falling Down, What Is Your Gender?, and The Perspective of Disability Studies, pay attention to the marginalized in our society. Through the voice of an editor, we aim to examine how Maybooks views our society and how it accompanies the marginalized through books. The Maybooks booth at the 2023 Seoul International Book Fair.The catchphrase "Another World Is Possible" and the main keywords that Maybooks explores are prominent. Q. Please give a brief introduction of yourself. Also, from an editor's perspective, could you briefly introduce what kind of books Maybooks publishes? He...

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[INFORMATION / BEST SELLERS]

2nd Week, September 2022

Best Sellers 2nd Week, September 2022 Best seller Trends in the Four Biggest Online Bookstores in Korea 2022.10.04 The books that many readers have long awaited have made their way to the best seller list for the second week of September. For example, writer Jung Ji-Ah, who proved her literary value by winning numerous literary awards, returned with a full-length novel after 32 years. The book, Father's Liberation Diary, is a friendly tale that describes lightly, or rather humorously, a somewhat serious story combining family love with a painful history. Also, the book To You, Who is Bound to Succeed, is the first book written by former newscaster and Youtuber Choi Seo-Young, which has been long awaited by her 500k subscribers, captivating their hearts right after its publication. Including powerful motivational messages she gave on her YouTube channel, the book consoles her readers with compassionate understanding and down-to-earth advice t...

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#Self-Esteem

#K-Book #Self-Esteem KPIPA Introduces K-Books for Global Publishing Markets through K-Book Platform 2022.10.04 A Society That Fabricates Self-Esteem 1. Publication Details Title | A Society That Fabricates Self-EsteemSubtitle | Finding Our True Self-Esteem Through Psychological StudyAuthor | Tae-hyung KimPublisher | galmaenamuPublication Date | 2018-01-08ISBN | 9788993635874No. of pages | 240Dimensions | 152 * 225 2. Copyright Contact Name | Cha YunoEmail | yuno.cha@grb-agency.comPhone | +82-2-2676-2201 3. Book Intro These days, books about self-esteem have become best sellers in succession, and people are looking for ways to respect themselves without desperately seeking the recognition of others. Why do so many people get distressed and suffer regarding the issue of self-esteem? Is it true that low self-esteem is a personal problem?Why are Koreans obsessed with self-est...

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[INTERVIEW / KOREAN AUTHORS]

Master of Children's Literature Lee Geum-yi: Her Story on Children’s and Young Adult Literature

Korean Authors Master of Children's Literature Lee Geum-yi:Her Story on Children’s and Young Adult Literature 2026.04 Lee Geum-yi We are interviewing author Lee Geum-yi, who has been named a finalist for the Hans Christian Andersen Award (HCAA)—often referred to as the "Nobel Prize for Children's Literature"—in the Writing category for the second time, following her 2024 nomination. Lee Geum-yi is a master of children’s and young adult (YA) literature representing Korea. Her extensive body of work includes beloved children’s books such as You Too Are a Twilight Lily and the Bamtee Village Story series, as well as the YA novel Yujin and Yujin and the Korean Female Diaspora Trilogy. Yujin and Yujin / You Too Are a Twilight Lily Q...

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[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

Darambooks Publishing: Approaching Korean Literature with a Fresh Perspective CEO Park Hye-jin, a Former News Anchor Turned Publisher

Korean Publishers Darambooks Publishing: Approaching Korean Literature with a Fresh PerspectiveCEO Park Hye-jin, a Former News Anchor Turned Publisher 2026.03 What is the unique charm found within a book? A journalist who once led the main news for South Korea’s public broadcaster has embarked on a new challenge through books. This is the story of CEO Park Hye-jin, a former MBC news anchor. Darambooks is a house that communicates deeply with readers about the events and social phenomena that Korean society must not forget. Through CEO Park Hye-jin, we explore how Darambooks engages with the world and views society through its diverse catalog—from social issues seen through a journalist’s lens to works of science fiction. Darambooks Publi...

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[INFORMATION / AGENCY LIST]

Agency list

Agency List Agency list 2022.10.04 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...

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