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Korean Literature in the European Publishing Market

Korean Literature in the European Publishing Market   2020.12.07   Violet   The publication rights of writer Shin Kyung-Sook's third full-length novel Violet (Munhakdongne) were sold to Weidenfeld & Nicolson in Britain in November 2020. This publisher released Please Look After Mom (Changbi) of writer Shin in April 2011, and in the following year, the writer was honored with the Man Asian Literary Prize. Violet is Shin Kyung-Sook's second full-length novel to be published in Britain after Please Look After Mom. The title "Violet" has multiple implications; it is a type of flower, a color, and a metaphor for a shy woman. And at the same time, the feeble image is naturally linked to "violence." The writer blends such various meanings embedded within the story through several illustrations and metaphors. Violet is a story of distorted desire and a rotation of all writings where the frustration of all desires and desires for writing follow one after another into the nov...
  • VOL.29 / 2020.12
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How to Live in the Generation where You “Watch” Books

How to Live in the Generation where You “Watch” Books   2020.11.02       Today, reading paper books has become just one of the many ways of enjoying books. Even though you don’t necessarily “bite or taste” the books like that famous advertisement phrase, you are able to enjoy books through various channels. In particular, the transformation of diverse media based on books began to lead the new generation where you “watch, listen to, and experience” books. Some people say that “texts will be replaced with videos in the new era,” but such transformation led by the development of platforms is live evidence that books are still more of an interesting or competitive medium than you might think. This is because a generation of videos without texts or books is like a castle built on sand.   Modern society has entered an era where you watch, listen to, and experience books.     Book-related TV Programs are Fading Away   “Book...
  • VOL.28 / 2020.11
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Jeonju, Jeollabukdo

Jeonju, Jeollabukdo Old City; Matured and Refreshing   2020.07.13     Jeonju, the biggest city in Julloabukdo Province. A city filled with places to go and things to see. A city with a long history. Home to Gyeonggijeon Hall (the shrine where the portrait of Taejo, the first king of the Joseon Dynasty is preserved) and Jeondong Catholic Church built in the Romanesque style. It is difficult to put Jeonju into a few words. Now, let’s write down a number of things that we would like to see. With this list, the story in Jeonju will be able to flow in a clear direction.     Matured with time   Jeonju Hanok Village   The most famous place in Jeonju would be the Jeonju Hanok Village without a doubt. It is a village of old but vibrant houses. Yet, the dynamics and the vitality are sometimes too much. Even though Jeonju was chosen as a “slow city,” Jeonju Hanok village is always crowded with all sorts of shops...
  • VOL.24 / 2020.07
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Why K-Books are drawing attention from across the world

Why K-Books are drawing attention from across the world   2020.06.01     Amidst the time when countries are closing gates due to the spread of COVID-19, Korean literature is taking a step closer to overseas readers while drawing attention from the US, Britain, Germany, and Japan. The global interest in Hallyu (Korean Wave) and the Korean culture that once again swept the world with the movie “Parasite” from director Bong Joon-Ho early this year is said to have spread to literature with the outbreak of the pandemic.Corresponding to the phenomenon, diverse genres of Korean literature, including poems, novels, and children’s stories, are winning globally prominent awards, showcasing the potential of Korean literature once again. Poem collection A Drink of Red Mirror (Munji Books) by Kim Hye-Soon which was recently published was nominated for the best-translated book in the US, while the novel A Murderer's Mnemonics (Munhakdongne) by Kim Young-Ha was chosen as the best ...
  • VOL.23 / 2020.06
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A Festival Where Cherry Blossoms and History Blend: Jinhae Gunhangje Festival

Image of K-Book   A Festival Where Cherry Blossoms and History Blend:Jinhae Gunhangje Festival   2025.04.07     “Jinhae Gunhangje Festival” held in Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, Gyeongsangnam-do is the biggest cherry blossom festival in Korea     Spring in Korea is full of colorful flowers and a variety of festivals. While there are many springtime events, such as the Cherry Blossom Festival in Yeouido and the Canola Flower Festival in Jeju Island, the Jinhae Gunhangje Festival is a favorite among many. Voted number one in the “What are the best travel destinations in Korea for spring?” poll by K-Book Trends, Jinhae is a popular destination for cherry blossoms and springtime fun, attracting many people every year.Every year, from late March to early April, Jinhae-gu, Changwon-si, and Gyeongsangnam-do become a feast of cherry blossoms. Walking through the pink tunnels created by the 360,000 Yoshin...
  • VOL.81 / 2025.04
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3rd Week, January 2021

3rd Week, January 2021 Bestseller Trends in the Four Biggest Online Bookstores in Korea   2021.02.08   When we look at the integrated list of bestsellers announced by major bookstores in the first week of the new year, 2021, books in the field of economics and business administration showed strength in particular, including the top seller Top 77 Most Asked Questions from Stock Beginners, How Today’s Biggest Trends Will Collide and Reshape the Future of Everything, Scenario of Money, and 8 Principles of Advertising. Notably, Top 77 Most Asked Questions from Stock Beginners spoke about the things that stock beginners would be most curious about in the style of Q&A. Meanwhile, with the sub-title “Planned money does not falter,” Scenario of Money provides helpful tips and advice to those that have begun investing in the stock market or studying to increase their property. While the economics and business administration genre is dominating the bestsellers’ list, t...
  • VOL.31 / 2021.02
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#2020 Moscow International Book Fair(Picture Books)

#2020 Moscow International Book Fair(Picture Books) KPIPA introduces K-Books for global publishing markets through K-Book Platform   2020.09.07   River, the Black Dog 1. Publication Details Title | River, the Black DogAuthor | Suzy LeePublisher | BIR Publishing Co., Ltd.Publication Date | 2018-12-28ISBN | 9788949113746No. of pages | 80Dimensions | 154 * 215   2. Copyright Contact Name | YANG ClaireEmail | claire@bir.co.kr   3. Book Intro The story of Lee Suzy’s pet dog, “Gang.”This picture book is a collection of drawings by Lee Suzy that she drew them in memory of her dog, “Gang.” In order to record the dog’s daily life, some of the drawings were removed, some added to and some used to build an outline. The book is like an album that fits into one’ palm so that readers are easily mesmerized by the book.■ From “becoming a pet after being abandoned dog” to “becoming part of the family”The dog “Gang,” has co...
  • VOL.26 / 2020.09
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South Korea’s Literary Awards

South Korea’s Literary Awards   2018.07.31   Authors of South Korea usually start their careers by writing short stories. Every January 1st, South Korea’s key newspapers print literary works that have snagged awards, like short novels, poems, reviews and fairy tales. These contests by the papers are called “sinchunmunye”, which would translate into “spring literary contest”. This tradition began in 1925 by DongA Ilbo newspaper and for the next near century, South Korea’s key writers would first meet readers through this method. South Korea’s literary editors read these works at the beginning of the year, assess the literary potential the writers have and start contacting the new authors. The writers usually win around 5 million won per prize and winning an award at these annual competitions is considered a great honor. For many, a long time is spent honing their craft.Prominent literary magazines like Literature and Society, Munhakdongne (Literary Neighborhood), Creat...
  • VOL.11 / 2018.07
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2018 Seoul International Book Fair ‘New Definition’

2018 Seoul International Book Fair ‘New Definition’ Expand Your Thinking and World Through Books   2018.07.31       The annual Seoul International Book Fair, now in its 24th year, was held for five days from June 20 to 24 at COEX, Seoul with the theme ‘New Definition’. At the fair’s local exhibitions 234 companies participated, while in the international booths 91 companies from 32 countries including France, the United States, Japan and China took part in the festivities. The guest country of honor for this year’s fair was the Czech Republic. In line with the theme ‘New Definition’, there was a variety of seminars, conferences, special programs, events and exhibits. Just inside the fair venue were shelves of books, unique booths, events and lectures by famous participants that caught your eye. There were many different programs to satiate all kinds of book lovers at the Seoul International Book Fair. This piece delves into this year’s book fair that aime...
  • VOL.11 / 2018.07
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Ha Seong-Ran, An Author Ready to Talk

Ha Seong-Ran, An Author Ready to Talk   2018.07.31   In the April issue of Asymptote, which has a global circulation of 70,000, a book by South Korean author Ha Seong-ran was featured inside. Ha is known for her detailed depictions in her writing and the book that was introduced was Bluebeard’s First Wife (Changbi). Whether she is far away or close by, Ha is ready to talk and the following is a Q&A with the author.   KPIPA Please tell us about yourself.   Ha Seong-ran(Ha below) Since my short novel Grass was selected in a literary competition by Seoul Daily in 1996, I’ve been writing short, long novels and prose. Before I won that award, I had about 10 years of preparation and long before that in school I wrote in literary clubs so I’ve been writing for a long time. When I experience a bit of writer’s block, I think of my middle school years when I used to write short novels. I also think of the novel that won my first award and made me a novelist. In betwee...
  • VOL.11 / 2018.07
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