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Picture Books with Lyrics Emotional rhythms in picture books 2021.06.07 As picture books’ popularity is soaring day by day, picture books are no longer reserved for children just like they used to be before. More adults are reading picture books, and this trend has led to the publication of more picture books which can be enjoyed by all age groups from children to adults. In particular, as those that include lyrics from famous songs loved by the public touch the hearts of all generations, they not only preserve the innocence of children but also soothe adults’ minds with short texts and pictures that recall the memories of their childhood. Following are some of the picture books that give more abundant joy and touch your heart, with a mixture of beautiful lyrics and cozy pictures. Pure picture books that have the power to cross generations “The yellow balloons flying in the sky remind me of beautiful memories.” The song “Balloon,” a popular song...

VOL.35 / 2021.06

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K-Thriller

K-Thriller The True Suspense of Genre Literature in Korea 2021.04.05 The warm, cozy wind tickles our noses. It’s spring, a good season to read books. Enjoying the warmth of the sun, how about grabbing a genre novel you like, such as Sci-Fi, fantasy, romance, or martial arts, and go out to read? Particularly recommended are genre literature thrillers, mystery, and crime stories that give just the right tension and vitality to your mind and body on such drowsy days. They not only open your eyes wide but with twists entangling each other, the enthralling, cool books will lead you deeper into the world of books. In this chapter, we would like to introduce to you some of the thriller, mystery, and crime fiction that represent Korea. Korea’s genre literature can make readers sympathize and become immersed into a story through the delicate description of emotions. Feel the chill down your spine: Full-length horror & thriller novels T...

VOL.33 / 2021.04

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Bestseller Keyword - Money

Bestseller Keyword - Money In 2020, Readers Chased After the Flow of Money 2021.02.08 The Asian Financial Crisis that broke out in 1997 may have sparked the recent publishing trend of “money” and “wealth” in Korea. At this time when all the conventional wisdom of getting a good job, earning money, and pursuing a stable life without debts has broken, books such as Rich Dad Poor Dad (Minumin) that suggest a new perspective that debt can also be an asset claiming that people need to study about money, and Who Moved My Cheese? (Jinmyoung) that gives a lesson that only those that have overcome fear and adapted to changes can go through challenges, caught readers’ attention. Then, the “get rich fever” in 2002, best represented by the commercial copy - “Hope you become rich!” - of a credit card company, strongly struck the publishing market. Readers, who became anxious due to restructuring in their company, early retirement, and the burden of inflation-dr...

VOL.31 / 2021.02

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Writer Eun Hee-Kyung

Korean Authors Writer Eun Hee-Kyung A Genre Created through Continuous Innovation 2022.11.07 People all look at the world from their own viewpoints and ways of thinking. For that matter, one’s thoughts and notions play important roles in viewing and judging others. Of course, it is not easy to change a deeply rooted mindset. Still, some continue to innovate and move along with the changes in the world. Writer Eun Hee-Kyung, who emphasizes relations and communication with others and looking beyond prejudices, debuted 27 years ago. Still, she does not hesitate to make changes. This time, we met writer Eun Hee-Kyung who delivers warm stories in a slightly cold-blooded manner and has established her works as a unique genre. ⓒ Seoul International Book Fair (SIBF) It’s an honor to have you on our webzine. Please say hello to our readers and introduce yourself. Hello, everyone. I am a novelist, and I d...

VOL.52 / 2022.11

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#Celebrity’s Essay

#Celebrity’s Essay KPIPA Introduces K-Books for Global Publishing Markets through K-Book Platform 2021.06.07 It’s Not Over Yet 1. Publication Details Title | It’s Not Over YetAuthor | Kim YeonkoungPublisher | kayun Publication Date | 2021-03-12ISBN | 9788968970870No. of pages | 280Dimensions | 140 * 210 2. Copyright Contact Name | Kang HunEmail | 2001nov@naver.comPhone | +82-2-858-2217 3. Book Intro A world-class volleyball player whose top-level skills are acknowledged by everyone, Kim Yeon-koung has created a sensation in the Korean volleyball world with her overwhelming performance in attack and defense, which is made possible by her outstanding physical attributes. Kim has captivated people with her witty talk and girlish charm. This book talks about how Kim Yeon-koung has been able to grow into the only global star in the history ...

VOL.35 / 2021.06

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Jeju Island

Jeju Island A Beautiful Mixture of Nature and Cultural Art 2020.10.05 The official name of Jeju Island, a tourist destination for both Korean and overseas travelers, is “Jeju Special Self-Governing Province,” including the surrounding small islands. Being the biggest island of Korea, Jeju Island is a globally well-known volcanic island. The Oreums (volcanic cone), which are parasite volcanoes created through volcanic activities, Jusangjeolli Cliff, Lava Tubes, and the basalt zone, are indeed eye-opening natural sites for travelers. Besides, the Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes were designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 2007, having their value recognized. On top of these, Hallasan Mountain, the highest mountain in Korea, beautiful beaches, waterfalls, and tangerine fields, are not to be missed spots for tourists.The culture in Jeju Island is relatively exotic as it is distanced from the mainland, and the splendid view of the ocean and the mounta...

VOL.27 / 2020.10

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Domestic Exhibition of Korean books for children & teenagers for the 2020 Moscow International Book Fair

Domestic Exhibition of Korean books for children & teenagers for the 2020 Moscow International Book Fair Adding futuristic value to the innocence of childhood 2020.09.07 The coronavirus has changed so much of our daily life. We can no longer move around without a mask, and social distancing has become a must. Many offline exhibitions got canceled or were switched to online. The 33rd Moscow International Book Fair is being held as an “un-tact (contactless) book fair” on an online platform this year. Korea, as the guest country of honor, has organized a relevant exhibition and created a curating video to be used as an online platform for the Moscow International Book Fair set to be held from September 2nd to 6th. The domestic exhibition of Korean books for children and teenagers for the 2020 Moscow International Book Fair organized by the Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA) was carried out from August 3rd to 12th on the theme of “Meeting the F...

VOL.26 / 2020.09

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Book-Stay, a Romantic Night with Books

Book-Stay, a Romantic Night with Books Time to read as many books as you like 2020.09.07 Book-stay refers to spending a night reading books. A cozy room with books filling one corner… How romantic and perfect does it sound? Most of the book-stays in Korea are run by bookstores, where it is unique that they are organized by small bookstores in local neighborhoods. Even though the rooms may not be as fancy as those in a 5-star hotel or resort, they are cozy and neat enough to read as many books as you like.As traveling abroad has become nearly impossible due to the coronavirus, extraordinary domestic trips ? such as book-stays ? are trending in Korea. People are searching for a good place to do a book-stay across the country to spend a special day with family, friends, lovers, or even themselves away from their busy life. This part introduces some book-stays in Korea for those that have not set up a plan for a vacation or those in need of spending time re...

VOL.26 / 2020.09

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#Feminism

#Feminism KPIPA introduces K-Books for global publishing markets through K-Book Platform 2020.11.02 Feminism at the Crossroads 1. Publication Details Title | Feminism at the CrossroadsSubtitle | 28,800 Seconds to Stop MisogynyAuthor | Korean Women LinkPublisher | Kungree PressPublication Date | 2018-11-18ISBN | 9788958204169No. of pages | 212Dimensions | 135 * 205 2. Copyright Contact Name | Byun HyohyunEmail | kungree@kungree.comPhone | +82-31-955-9818 3. Book Intro In 2016, a misogynistic murder occurred in Gangnam Station, South Korea. Afterward, heated discourse erupted in the middle of a street in Sinchon, Seoul. This book is an account of the eight hours of tranquility and intensity that followed. More than 40 women tell their tales of fear and anxiety (including some by proxy) as women living in Korea, from experiences of sexual harassment and assault to pr...

VOL.28 / 2020.11

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K-Sports

K-Sports Growing Into a Global Celebration 2020.07.13 Due to the COVID-19 pandemic spreading across the world, economic and cultural activities in many countries shrunk in size, not to mention those in Korea. Sports were not an exception. The infectiousness of COVID-19 made it difficult for players and audiences to gather in stadiums, bringing all the professional sports games to a halt across the world, including the Premier League and MLB. Even the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games set to be held in Japan were put off to next year due to the pandemic; things just became gloomier day after day.Professional sports games in Korea also faced challenging conditions, but thanks to proper responses such as installing a watertight quarantine system and carrying out matches without an audience, the KBO League (Korea Baseball Championship) greeted the new season last May, followed by the K-League (Football League). While global sports fans were eagerly waiting for matches of the t...

VOL.24 / 2020.07

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