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South Korean Books at International Book Fairs in 2019

South Korean Books at International Book Fairs in 2019 2019.11.04 This September in the city of Gothenburg, the second biggest city in Sweden, the words 'book' and 'Korea' caught the attention of many passersby from the airport to the central parts of the city like big shopping malls. This was because South Korea was the guest of honor at the Gothenburg Book Fair from Sept. 26 to 29. Operating Korean Pavilions at overseas international book fairs is becoming an increasingly important way to spread the word on South Korea's books, publishing industry, authors and even culture and also to create a foundation for exchanges. As such, the interest and participation rates of South Korean publishing industry professionals are growing each year.The Korean Publishers Association (KPA) opened several Korean Pavilions at book fairs this year, starting with the Taipei International Book Exhibition in February before going onto the Bologna Children's Book Fair in March. In August ...

VOL.17 / 2019.11

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Books and Writers of the Year Selected by Bookstores

Books and Writers of the Year Selected by Bookstores Every Nov. 11 is 'Bookstore Day' 2019.11.04 Autumn, with days perfect for reading, is the season of books. There is a reason why autumn in South Korea is special. The Korea Federation of Bookstores Association celebrates every Nov. 11 which is 'Bookstore Day' and announces books and author of the year selected by bookstores. A shortlist is made from a list of recommended books and authors selected by bookstore professionals from South Korea, and finalists are chosen by a panel of judges comprised of well-known experts from the bookstore industry, publishing industry and reading movements. The Korea Federation of Bookstores Association celebrates every Nov. 11 which is 'Bookstore Day' and announces books and author of the year selected by bookstores. The books of the year announced by the Korea Federation of Bookstores Association are selected for their social and cultural value to be i...

VOL.17 / 2019.11

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

Maumsanchaek

Maumsanchaek Hopes to be remembered as a publisher with who you can talk through books 2020.07.13 There is a publisher who looks into the minds of readers and takes a walk together inside them. It is Maumsanchaek, who has been strolling inside readers’ minds for the past 20 years. Maumsanchaek is a publisher that produces books that readers can easily read anywhere they like and discovers the literary works of female writers who have been facing limitations due to the glass ceiling. Let’s take a look into the interview with publisher Maumsanchaek who wishes to respect not only the values of writers but also those of readers, hoping to prosper together. Logo of Maumsanchaek Could you please introduce us to Maumsanchaek? Maumsanchaek is a publisher specialized in literature, art, and liberal arts books. While pursuing to produce literary books with an eye-catching concept, art books where letters and images make a perfect harmony, and liberal arts bo...

VOL.24 / 2020.07

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

Gloyeon

Gloyeon Welcome, Gloyeon’s garden is open for everyone 2020.06.01 There is a publisher specialized in picture books. It is Gloyeon, which dreams of opening the window to the world with literature. Making picture books targeting children and teenagers aged between 13 and 18, breaking free from the idea that picture books are reserved for kids, Gloyeon is also the winner of the BIB Golden Apple Award 2019 and Lotte Publishing Culture Awards. Now, let’s take a sneak peek into what Gloyeon has to say. Logo of Gloyeon Please introduce us to Gloyeon. Gloyeon is a publisher that specializes in publishing picture books. Its name means “literature opening the world.” Meanwhile, in terms of operation and management, it is a publisher run by one editor who takes care of all the works. Therefore, I get to do various things - many, by the way, but they also bring me a great sense of accomplishment. Also, as there is no red tape, I can plan and run e...

VOL.23 / 2020.06

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Elementary Science Q2 Please take care of the Earth

Elementary Science Q2 Please take care of the Earth 2020.02.03 Mysterious counsellor, Please take care of the Earth Fun and amazing secrets of the Earth revealed by the Zany Doctor! "Hello, everyone! I am the Zany Doctor. Thanks to my zany curiosity I could solve all the concerns with science. Ha-ha!""Hi, I am Toto. I am the assistant of Doctor!" Solve the troublesome concerns on the Earth with the Zany Doctor. Madam Earth that wants to become the best star in the solar system, Sad Lady Moon with her ever-changing face, Java Island in trouble after the eruption of Mister Volcano. Jump into the fun and easy world of science with the characters and extraordinary concerns of the troubleshooter Zany Doctor! The more you know, the more amazing and wonderful Earth is! Broaden your view of the world by ...

VOL.19 / 2020.02

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Export Prospects of Korean Books

Export Prospects of Korean Books KPIPA’s Choice for Supporting Abstract · Sample Translation 2020.02.03 The Strange but Extraordinary Cat Detective Vol. 2 1. Publication Details Imprint | Gana Publishing Co., Ltd.Title | The Strange but Extraordinary Cat Detective Vol. 2Subtitle| Where did mom disappear to?Author | Ko HeejungIllustrator | matssssalGenre | Children’s bookFormat | 175×235Binding | Hard coverPages | 128pagesISBN | 9788957362495 2. Contact Name | Lee JungsoonPhone | +82-70-4398-2221Email | 94sooni@gmail.comURL | http://www.ganapub.com 3. Marketing Information Keyword | Cat detective; mystery story for kids; realistic fiction for kids; mom; family; great detectiveTarget Readership | Ages 9?12 4. About the Author and Illustrator Author - Ko HeejungWith deep interest in things happening around the world, Author Ko Heejung enjoys writing stories which are mo...

VOL.19 / 2020.02

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UU Press

UU Press One-man publisher, helping inner development 2017.11.01 Of South Korea's publishers, 76.1 percent are one-person businesses. And among these, there has been one that has stood out in particular -- UU Press, established in 2012. UU Press, which has a joyful ring to its name, has gained popularity among South Korean readers gradually and is now firmly positioned within the sector thanks to its unique style. It may be an unfamiliar name to offshore readers, but it is a publisher attracting interest from readers in South Korea who love to read.How was UU Press made? Its founder and CEO Seong-woong Cho's answer to that question was simpler and clearer than expected. “In order to do what I like and can do well for a long period of time,” he says. The following interview with Cho was held at the Peanuts Bookstore, a small bookshop in Paju, South Korea. KPIPA It's an honor for us to speak with UU Press, currently called the leader of South Korea's one-pe...

VOL.6 / 2017.11

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

Woods of Mind's Books

Woods of Mind's Books Books with questions are the secret to readers' love 2020.05.04 There is a publisher that stands out in the field of cozy and sentimental essays. It is Woods of Mind's Books that is putting utmost effort into making books that contribute to cultivating healthy minds and building wisdom. Let's take a more in-depth look into Woods of Mind's Books, which is expanding its influence by producing books linked with TV shows and sensible essays written by famous writers with its years of experience in publishing sentimental essays. Logo of Woods of Mind's Books Please introduce Woods of Mind's Books to the subscribers Under the slogan of making "mind-resting stories," Woods of Mind's Books is a 14-year-old publisher with nature, spirituality, literature, and heart-touching essay as major fields.We publish various books; not only essays written by literary writers such as Kim Yeon-Soo, Moon Tae-Jun, and Ra Hee-Duk, but also essays includ...

VOL.22 / 2020.05

[EVENT / I READ]

Please Look After Mom by Shin Kyung-sook

I Read Please Look After Mom by Shin Kyung-sook 2024.04.01 This article is a review written by an Egyptian reader ofK-Book Trends after reading a Korean book.If you want to share your wonderful experience of reading Korean bookswith other overseas readers, please send us an email!kbooktrends@gmail.com The novel Please Look After Mom (Changbi) sold one million copies within 10 months of its first edition, which was in 2009. This novel is one of my favorite novels ever. This is a story about the loss of a mother at Seoul subway station after her husband preceded her and left her outside the train. But the question here is, Will her children try to find her? Will she return to her husband? That woman spent her life sacrificing everything until the day she disappeared, and that mother did her best to help her family and cared more about Her family’s life than her life while she was in so much pain. When she got los, everyone...

VOL.69 / 2024.04

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Export Prospects of Korean Books

Export Prospects of Korean Books KPIPA’s Choice for Supporting Abstract · Sample Translation 2018.01 Farewell 1. Publication Details Imprint | SANZINI Title | Farewell Subtitle | Learning about Death Author | Ki-Sook Lee Format | 188*257 Binding | Paperback Pages | 262pages ISBN | 978-89-65454-37-3 2. Contact Name | Haneulbada Park Phone | +82-51-504-7070 Email | ehreh1111@daum.net URL | http://www.sanzinibook.com 3. Marketing Information Issued Copies / Bestselling Ranking | 1,000 copies Topic | Life and death Target Readership | General public Media Review and Advertisement | The study of death deals not with death but with life. ? Psychologist Robert Kastenbaum 4. About the Author Lee was born in Busan in 1950. She retired from her position as professor of family and elderly welfare at Silla Univer...

VOL.8 / 2018.01

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