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Special Project [Korean Scholars ⑧] Dr. Kim Myung-Ja The Most-needed Intellectual in Our Time of Challenge 2022.08.01 Sparked by the climate crisis and COVID-19, environmental issues have been put at the center of global attention. Everyone knows the answer to them, but only a few practice. However, there is a person who takes a scientific viewpoint on such environmental issues ? Dr. Kim Myung-Ja, one of the leading academics in the field of scientific technology in Korea. As a professor, Minister of Environment, and a member of the National Assembly, she has been playing a pivotal role in enlightening her students and the public about how science influences our lives and society. Moreover, she broke the seemingly hard wall of science by writing about twenty books. Following is the introduction of Dr. Kim Myung-Ja, who never stops making the best efforts in her given position, saying, “I want to be called a ‘generalist’ rather than being explained as a ...

VOL.49 / 2022.08

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Book Trend in Korea Eyed by the Russian Publishing Market in the 2020s

Export Case Book Trend in Korea Eyed bythe Russian Publishing Market in the 2020s 2022.08.01 In 2021, Russia was designated as the target country of the “Visiting Korean Book Fair” hosted by the Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA) for the first time in the fair’s history. Even though the fair was held online due to the pandemic, it was successful enough to draw an enthusiastic response from not only Russian publishers but also Korean participants. It served as a chance for both Korean and Russian publishing companies who have been paying great attention to Korean publications to take the exchange to the next level. Also, it worked as a cornerstone for Korean books to grow further in the Russian publishing market, as a greater variety of Korean books could be exported to the Russian publishing market after the fair.The most distinguished image of Russia in the Korean publishing industry is the “country of literature.” In ...

VOL.49 / 2022.08

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

Homilbooks Publishing Co. – The Pillar of Busan's Humanities and the Unique Stories

Korean Publishers Homilbooks Publishing Co. – The Pillar of Busan's Humanities and the Unique Stories 2026.02 Publishing from a region outside the capital is not simply a matter of one’s address. It is a matter of which voices to curate, which readers to envition, and the pace at which books are brought to the world. Based in Busan, Homilbooks Publishing Co. has steadfastly engaged with deep discourses across the humanities, sociology and the arts. From the philosophy behind the name "Homil" and the criteria for selecting titles, to the realities and opportunities facing regional publishing — Representative Jang Hyunjung shared his story with us. Homilbooks Publishing Co. ...

VOL.91 / 2026.02

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

SAMTOH Publishing Co., Ltd.

Korean Publishers SAMTOH Publishing Co., Ltd. Stories That Find Meaning in Everyday Moments 2026.01.05 We are living in an age of “dopamine addiction.” The quiet appreciation woven into everyday routines has gradually faded, replaced by a constant pursuit of stimulation. Yet, isn’t “true dopamine” found instead in the comfort and encouragement we receive at the end of a difficult day? Much like ordinary water, which becomes precious only when we are thirsty, a single sip of spring water can feel invaluable. Perhaps our relentless search for dopamine is not because daily life is too mundane, but because we have let gratitude slip past us as easily as water flowing away. Following is an interview with SAMTOH Publishing Co., Ltd. (“SAMTOH”), a wellspring for small but meaningful stories that find new life in book form. Logo of SAMTOH Publishing Co., Ltd. It’s a pleasure...

VOL.90 / 2026.01

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

Storybowl

Korean Publishers Storybowl A bowl that holds thoughtful, heartwarming stories 2025.12.01 Everyone, at least once in childhood, would have imagined something like this: a drawing on a blank sheet of paper suddenly popping out and speaking to you. Picture book author Baek Hee-Na brings that very imagination into reality - she creates three-dimensional dolls of her characters and places them into her scenes. With her fingertips, she delicately builds the world of her stories, transforming imagination into something tangible. In 2005, she was selected as “Illustrator of the Year” at the Bologna Ragazzi Awards, gaining recognition not only in Korea, but also abroad. In 2020, she became the first Korean recipient of the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award, often called the Nobel Prize of children’s literature. Storybowl, a publishing house Baek Hee-Na founded to ensure a more creative and independent environment, is expanding the artistic universe beyond Korea and...

VOL.89 / 2025.12

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

Zeen Scene

Korean Publishers Zeen Scene The true essence of everyday moments hidden in authentic scenery 2025.08.04 When we encounter a rare or exceptional moment or scene, we often say, “I’ve encountered something authentic.” In a literal sense, it refers to something rarely seen, but when interpreted through emotion, the term conveys both delight and joy. Perhaps that’s why books from the publisher ‘True Scenery’ spark the curiosity of readers simply by their existence. Those who open the books may find themselves encountering the true essence of spaces, objects, and daily life. In this issue of K-Book Trends’ Korean Publishers, we spoke with Zeen Scene’s CEO, Kim Jin-Hee, about the reality she sees and how she hopes to convey it through her books. The logo of Zeen Scene It’s a pleasure to have you with us on K-Book Trends. Please introduce to our international readers about...

VOL.85 / 2025.08

[INFORMATION / KOREAN TRANSLATOR]

Ji-Hyun PARK, CELESTIN

Korean Translator Ji-Hyun PARK, CELESTIN 2022.08.01 Profile ? Korean-French conference interpreter ? Registered translator at the French Embassy in Korea ? DELF examiner-corrector ? Email: jihyuncel@gmail.com ? Contact: +82-10-3398-0725 Educational Status ? Master’s Degree in Korean-French Interpretation at Ewha Womans University Graduate School of Translation and Interpretation ? Bachelor of Graphic Design at French ECV, LISAA PARIS Training ? Completed Atelier Course at the LTI Korea Translation Academy ? Completed Special Course at the LTI Korea Translation Academy (received Excellence Award) Interpretation/Translation ...

VOL.49 / 2022.08

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Dollagoot Dream Department Store in the Taiwanese Publishing Market

Export Case Dollagoot Dream Department Store in theTaiwanese Publishing Market 2022.05.02 Taiwanese cover of Dollagoot Dream Department Store The motive for publishing a Korean book Solo Press (寂寞出版社行), which published Dollagoot Dream Department Store (Sam & Parkers) in Taiwan, was established in 2008. We have been introducing fresh and new works covering unique subjects from around the world in the vast ocean of literature for Taiwanese readers. Also, we have published global bestsellers such as The Millennium Series, The Girl on the Train, and S.. This was not the first time that the Eurasian Press Publishing Group, a mother company of Solo Press, introduced Korean fiction to Taiwanese readers. Before Dollagoot Dream Department Store, it has translated and published Please Look After Mom (Changbi) by Shin Kyung-Sook in Taiwan as well.When we first came across...

VOL.46 / 2022.05

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

Willbooks Publishing Co.

Korean Publishers Willbooks Publishing Co. Books That Quietly Draw Readers In 2025.07.07 How many kinds of pleasure can be gained from books? The joy of reading and learning are the most fundamental pleasures that books offer. However, today’s readers expect something more engaging and thought-provoking from books. While books retain their value as a medium to convey knowledge and information, an increasing number of readers now seek books that are not only informative but also aesthetically appealing as objects in their own right. Willbooks Publishing is a publishing house that not only responds to this trend but leads it. The logo of Willbooks Publishing Co. It’s a pleasure to have you with us on K-Book Trends. Please introduce Willbooks Publishing to our international readers along with the meaning of the company’s name. Hello, it’s good to meet you all! The name “Willbooks” is derived from ...

VOL.84 / 2025.07

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

Nanda

Korean Publishers Nanda Adding wings with books 2025.04.07 Publishing is more than just making books ? it’s about opening up new worlds to readers. Nanda, which started as an imprint of Munhakdongne Publishing and has since established itself as an independent literary publisher, is making a fresh wave in the Korean publishing industry by exploring the unique identity and tactile properties of books. Nanda’s name reflects its desire to give people invisible wings through books, which it publishes in a variety of genres, including non-fiction, fiction, and poetry. Following is an interview with CEO Kim Min-Jung, who is pushing the boundaries of literature through ingenious planning and experimental sensibilities. The logo of Nanda It’s a pleasure to have you on K-Book Trends. Please introduce Nanda to our international readers and explain the meaning of the company’s name...

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