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One-Liner Quotes A Korean Literary Translator’s Pick 2022.06.07 When was the last time you read a book about environmental issues that wasn’t written by an American or a European? Calling South Korea a part of the Global South or the Global Majority would be a bit of a stretch at this point in history, but we still have a unique perspective to contribute to world environmental discourse as the first country in modern history to transition into an international donor nation. There are still millions of Koreans who remember what it was like to starve and have to prioritize economic growth over environmental sustainability. South Korea will always have something interesting to say in any economic growth discourse, and this book, a science bestseller in a nation full of scientists, is our latest hope for a consensus that will save the planet.The Earth Is Fine: It’s the Humans Who’re Doomed (Across Books) is by...

VOL.47 / 2022.06

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Brain Engineer Jeong Jae-Seung Seeks Innovative Disciplinary Convergence

Special Project [Korean Scholars ⑤] Brain Engineer Jeong Jae-Seung Seeks Innovative Disciplinary Convergence The rise of an ingenious scientist, who contributed to promoting a science-friendly environment through constant interaction with the public 2022.05.02 A world increasingly driven by Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) has arrived much earlier than expected. A.I., something usually depicted in science fiction movies and novels, has begun to take shape in many parts of our lives. In step with the trend, more researchers are studying the human brain and approaches to mutual prosperity with A.I. Amid such shift is a man facilitating the transition. He is Jeong Jae-Seung, a brain engineer, who has been explaining scientific concepts in a plain, but intriguing way to the public through many TV shows and books, helping people overcome their fear of science and build a wealth of knowledge. The ingenious engineer applies his large store of knowledge to various a...

VOL.46 / 2022.05

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Anyang Pavilion (Books on Contemporary Public Art)

Book Trip [Beautiful Library in Korea ②] Anyang Pavilion(Books on Contemporary Public Art) A Heavenly Harmony of Rest, Nature, and Global Art Pieces 2022.03.07 Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do, is a city of art. It hosts Anyang Public Art Project (APAP) every 3 years, which is the only public art festival in Korea, with Anyang-si as background. The APAP is a project where the city cooperates with artists from around the world to interpret and turn the changing context and environment of a modern city like Anyang, including its history, culture, landscape, and development, into various public artworks such as pure art, sculpture, structure, design, and performance. It also turns the city itself into a gallery so that the citizens can enjoy art in daily life. Anyang Pavilion, is the only library specialized in public art in Korea, being a special cultural complex that serves as both a library and an art exhibition hall. Let’s meet Anyang Pavilion, a library that deli...

VOL.44 / 2022.03

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Art Library Of Uijeongbu

Book Trip [Beautiful Library in Korea ①] Art Library Of Uijeongbu A Public platform serving as both library and art gallery 2022.02.14 Recently, libraries that offer more than reading experiences have been springing up across the country. Art Library of Uijeongbu, opened in November 2019, combined the different areas of library and art gallery, boasting a great deal of beauty and practicality both in the exterior and interior of the building. The library plays the roles of not just a library but an art gallery in Uijeongbu city which hasn’t run its own art gallery before. The opening was great news for residents longing for cultural infrastructure. When searching for art reference materials, residents were often reliant on reading rooms in art museums such as the National Museum of Contemporary Art, where lending and accessing books were challenging. But, the opening of the Art Library of Uijeongbu now allows anyone to borrow ...

VOL.43 / 2022.02

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A Genre for All Generations: Young Adult

Special Project A Genre for All Generations: Young Adult The evolution of fiction, scalable to different media 2021.12.06 The genre of fiction is limitless in its scope. Any source that can be narrated into an interesting story can turn into a novel. A particular genre that brought a new sensation to the publishing market, infusing energy into the fiction market, is YA (young adult). The genre of young adult, which was regarded as an off-mainstream genre in Korea as it did not have a distinct feature, has come to the center of the spotlight with various works. Young adult fiction refers to a type of fiction for all age groups, maximizing the fun of reading and often based on fantastical elements. The greatest charm of the genre is that it embraces all generations as well as its primary readership (teenagers). As a type of genre literature or a mixture of its elements, young adult fiction can be categorized by its fast flow and strong power to engage, port...

VOL.41 / 2021.12

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Jakkajungsin Publishing Co.

Korean Publishers Jakkajungsin Publishing Co. With faith and affection for books 2024.04.01 Jakkajungsin Publishing, a publishing house that has been fiercely and steadfastly upholding the spirit of writers, celebrates its 37th anniversary this year. Times have changed, and so have readers, too, but Jakkajungsin Publishing’s deep faith and love for books have kept it true to its original mission. Starting with literature and expanding to humanities, liberal arts, non-fiction, business, and children’s books, the company has pioneered its own path, communicating with readers while never forgetting the meaning and importance of books. The determination to make books that uplift the soul and awaken the spirit of readers, as well as books that can give strength and courage to readers living in difficult times, showed the passion it had at the beginning. Following is an interview with Jakkajungsin Publishing, which has been meeting readers with ...

VOL.69 / 2024.04

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TV Producer’s Pick

One-Liner Quotes TV Producer’s Pick Korean Wave Seen From Another Perspective:Kim Ok-Young’s The Art of Documentary and Kim Ho-Yeon’s Uncanny Convenience Store 2021.11.01 Director Bong Joon-Ho's film "Parasite" won four awards at the 92nd Academy Awards in 2020, making a splash around the world. Meanwhile, director Lee Seung-Joon's "In The Absence" was nominated for the Oscar for Best Documentary (Short Subject) as well, although he didn't get much spotlight. The progression of Korean video content has become a global trend, as can be seen with "Squid Game," an original Netflix drama that is expected to win the Emmy Awards. Though not well known, Korean documentary films have also won awards at several international film festivals such as the Berlin International Film Festival, International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam, Moscow International Film Festival, and Sundance Film Festival.One thing that non-fictio...

VOL.40 / 2021.11

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Almond Publishing

Korean Publishers Almond Publishing We make sturdy books with compassionate content 2024.01.02 Almonds have a hard nut with a soft, nutty flavor when you bite into it. Just like almonds, there is a publishing company that approaches readers with a strong but gentle gaze. Almond Publishing is a one-man publishing company specializing in the field of humanities and psychology. Founded in 2021, it has published 16 titles in less than three years. This shows how diligently the company has been running since its foundation. During the short interview with Lee Eun-Jung, the CEO of Almond Publishing, who says that it was fulfilling and joyful to publish psychology books as an editor, we could feel her strong love for the field. CEO Lee Eun-Jung was a dedicated publisher of books addressing the human mind with warmth in her gaze toward both writers and readers. We spoke with Ms. Lee, who has been bringing voices to the world that are often in the shadows but defini...

VOL.66 / 2024.01

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Writer Kwon Jung-Min

Korean Authors Writer Kwon Jung-Min “Picturing” an Ordinary Scene with a Fresh Perspective 2024.01.02 Unlike novels, which use words to create a picture in the reader’s mind, picture books allow the reader to imagine the story using only “pictures.” If you are a reader who needs a break from reading and watching in the midst of flashy digital visual media, a picture book can be a shelter. Kwon Jung-Min finds new aspects in familiar scenes in everyday life and captures the hidden aspects of human beings in a fresh way through the art of drawing. Following is an interview with Kwon, who practices looking into herself through picture books. It’s a pleasure to have you with us on K-Book Trends. Could you please briefly introduce yourself to our readers? Hi, I’m Kwon Jung-Min, a picture book writer. Picture books speak a different language and follow a different logic than normal books. When you feel ...

VOL.66 / 2024.01

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Hakgojae Publishers

Korean Publishers Hakgojae Publishers Turning the Old Into the New, Towards a Broader, Richer Future 2023.12.04 A new trend in Korea - newtro (a newly coined word combining “new” and “retro”) - has recently become popular among the younger generation. It is about finding new meaning and charm in old things and enjoying them as a culture. But even before the word newtro was created, there was a publishing company that worked tirelessly to promote the beauty of Korea on the global stage with such a spirit. Hakgojae Publishers, a publisher founded in 1991, has been at the forefront of exploring Korean culture and beauty for over 30 years. It is also a company that cherishes the past yet gradually broadens its horizons according to the changing demands of readers and the needs of the times, receiving encouragement and acclaim from Korean readers beyond recognition. Hakgojae Publishers, which has been committed to promoting the true beauty of...

VOL.65 / 2023.12

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