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Export Status of Korean Webnovels and Webtoons

Topic Export Status of Korean Webnovels and Webtoons 2023.03.13 Status of Korean webnovel and webtoon market Korea’s webnovel and webtoon market has been growing rapidly, representing the “K-content” category. The business has been expanding into other countries as well, such as other Asian countries and the US. Derivative works based on webnovels and webtoons are generating income through various channels. As can be seen in the success of the recently-aired drama “Reborn Rich,” IPs (intellectual property) based on publishing content such as webnovels and webtoons are expanding into other industries such as drama, film, animation, and games, securing the original content with relatively less investment. According to the research conducted by the Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA) and the Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA), the size of the webnovel market grew from 741.5 billion won in 2020 to 1.85 tril...

VOL.56 / 2023.03

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The “Most Korean” Features Penetrate the World

Topic The “Most Korean” Features Penetrate the World 2023.01.02 I met Kristen Vida Alfaro, CEO of Tilted Axis Press, in the UK last September. Tilted Axis Press is the publisher set up by Debora Smith, who won the International Booker Prize with Han Kang. The company introduced Love in the Big City (Changbi Publishers) written by Park Sang-Young and translated by Anton Hur to the UK, and the book put its name on the Booker Prize Longlist this year. Also, translated by the same translator, Chung Bora’s Cursed Bunny (Arzak) was selected for the Booker Prize Shortlist. As such, Korean literature ? or K-literature ? has recently been creating a sensation in English-speaking countries. If you take a closer look at the phenomenon, you will realize that diaspora literature written by Korean-Americans is at the center of popularity, such as Lee Min-Jin’s Pachinko and Michelle Zauner’s Crying in H Mart. * K-Book Trends Vol. 47 ? Go t...

VOL.54 / 2023.01

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Korean Editor’s Pick

One-Liner Quotes Korean Editor’s Pick 2022.12.05 If you are interested in Korean culture and stories, you will eventually find yourself wondering, “What country is Korea?” Of course, there will be many ways to answer this great question, but if I were to answer, I would choose two books instead with two words “land and people.” The first book ? or series ? that I recommend is My Exploration of Cultural Heritage (Changbi). This is one of the representative humanities book series in Korea and is regarded as the pioneer that settled “exploration journals” as a genre that differs from travelogues. The series has sold more than 4 million copies since it was published 30 years ago. It currently consists of 20 volumes ? 12 about Korea, 5 about Japan, and 3 about China. Among the volumes covering almost every region in Korea, I chose My Exploration of Cul...

VOL.53 / 2022.12

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN AUTHORS]

The Convergence of AI and Stocks: An Author Who Reads the Trends

Korean Authors The Convergence of AI and Stocks: An Author Who Reads the Trends 2026.07 Stocks and artificial intelligence are captivating South Korea in 2026. Amids this phenomenon, there is an author who published a book this past April on stock investment secrets using the generative AI “Gemini.” We would like to listen to the story of author Cho Sung-ho, who wrote about Korea’s stock fever and how to establish an investment headquarters by using AI as a personal secretary. Q. The combination of Gemini and stocks seems to epitomize South Korea’s trends in 2026. Could you please introduce yourself and share what inspired you to write this book? I am currently serving as a professor in the Department of AI and Software at Hanshin University. I have spent many years researching and teaching computer science and software, and...

VOL.96 / 2026.07

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

TURTLENECK PRESS: The Delightful Challenge of a Solo Publisher

Korean Publishers TURTLENECK PRESS:The Delightful Challenge of a Solo Publisher 2026.06 TURTLENECK PRESS is a solo publishing house founded by veteran editor Kim BoHee. Although recently established, it has quickly become a rising star in the publishing industry, notably releasing the bestseller Editorial Thinking. The name itself playfully evokes the image of avid book lovers sitting for hours until their necks bend forward like turtles. True to its unique name, the publisher also runs a newsletter called “The Turtleneck Letter.” We sat down to hear about the vision and dreams of TURTLENECK PRESS, a company that does truly special things. Q. Your publishing house has such an intriguing name. Why “TURTLENECK PRESS”? TURTLENECK P...

VOL.95 / 2026.06

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#Library

#K-Book #Library KPIPA Introduces K-Books for Global Publishing Markets through K-Book Platform 2022.11.07 The Old Man of the Library 1. Publication Details Title | The Old Man of the LibraryAuthor | Choi Jeehye, Eum JoungwonPublisher | goraebook libraryPublication Date | 2014-10-02ISBN | 9788997165797No. of pages | 40Dimensions | 218 * 265 2. Copyright Contact Name | Lee KyusuEmail | goraebook@naver.comPhone | +82-31-955-9680 3. Book Intro This is a story about an old man who wanted children to dream bigger. As the president of a shoe company and successful business man, the old man wanted people to enjoy a culture that enriched the mind and soul through books. So he opened a library for children who were too poor to read books. “Inpyo Library for Children” in Sanggye, Seoul, is Korea’s first private library for children. The laughter of children changed the atmosphere of ...

VOL.52 / 2022.11

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Professor Kim Ho-Dong, the World-Renowned Scholar in Central Eurasian History

Special Project [Korean Scholars ⑩] Professor Kim Ho-Dong, the World-RenownedScholar in Central Eurasian History A Broad and Deep Perspective Toward the World 2022.10.04 “A big fish in a small pond.” This is one of the Korean proverbs metaphorically used to refer to those with little knowledge about the world. Because we are from a certain country, a certain nationality, or a certain generation, we tend to look at the world from a narrow point of view. However, in order to enter the larger world, we must have the courage to break the wall around us. Professor Kim Ho-Dong of the Department of Asian History at Seoul National University has devoted his life to filling in the blank pages in world history by learning local languages to study the history of mysterious Central Eurasia and drawing a map of his own. Let’s follow in the footsteps of professor Kim, who became a world figure in the history of Central Eurasia, breaking down the solid wall called “g...

VOL.51 / 2022.10

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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...

VOL.51 / 2022.10

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN AUTHORS]

Author Baek Heesung: The Architect Who Infuses Spaces with Memory and Designs for Humanity

Korean Authors Author Baek Heesung:The Architect Who Infuses Spaces with Memory and Designs for Humanity 2026.06 Fantastic Thoughts, The One Who Writes Heesung Baek is both an architect and a writer. He has authored works that deeply explore the relationship between architecture and humanity, including Fantastic Thoughts, The Invisible House, Where the Light Leads, and The One Who Writes. As an acclaimed author whose books are currently preparing for international publication, how did he first begin his journey into writing? Above all, Baek’s architectural work shares a profound similarity with his writing. He creates architectural spaces centered around the theme of “memory” and weaves narratives into them. We sat down to listen directly to the insights of this architect, who infuses physical spaces with the warmth of human ...

VOL.95 / 2026.06

[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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