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A New Vision Rooted in Tradition: The Evolution of Korean Picture Books

Topic A New Vision Rooted in Tradition:The Evolution of Korean Picture Books 2026.05 Who is searching for Korean picture books? The Korean Pavilion at the 2026 Bologna Children’s Book Fair was consistently bustling with publishing professionals from around the world. In addition to those visiting the booth for pre-scheduled copyright consultations, it was not uncommon for visitors to be drawn in by the on-site author talks or workshops and request a meeting on the spot. On the second day of the fair, at the Networking Day hosted by the Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea, participants were asked about the strengths of Korean picture books. They remarked that the books are not only delicate in their expression but also diverse in their thematic approaches, providing readers with a "challenging reading experience." This is a remarkable turnaround compared to the early ...

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Korean Picture Books: Selected by Critics Across Generations

Special Project Korean Picture Books:Selected by Critics Across Generations 2026.05 In the May issue Special Project, critics from various generations each highlight a notable Korean picture book. This feature introduces a children’s picture book about the misunderstandings that occur in communication, a book that explains complex emotions that are often difficult for children to grasp, and a title that addresses challenging situations that can be hard for a child to understand. The 20s Perspective – Lee Sollim, Cultural Critic "In the moments spent looking into the miniature house of the grass bug..." Grass Bug Picture Dream...

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Imagination Beyond Borders: The Whole New World in K-Picture Book

Export Case Imagination Beyond Borders:The Whole New World in K-Picture Book 2026.05 Imagine a world where borders require no passports, thoughts have no ceilings, and the impossible becomes real. You might find yourself drifting on a cloud of cotton candy or catching fruit-flavored rain to make a bowl of shaved ice. That world, tucked inside a picture book, is simply waiting for a hand to reach out and a story to unfold. It is an essential place where imagination first ignites for the smallest of readers. Bringing these extraordinary worlds to Thai society and pushing beyond the story between the lines has been Nanmeebooks' vision and honor for over 30 years. In recent years, Korean content and culture have gained widespread popularity across all age groups in Th...

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A Time to Discover the Stars Within Us

One-Liner Quotes A Time to Discover the Stars Within Us 2026.05 Where Did All These Stars Come From The statement "there are stars within us" is more than just a poetic metaphor. It is a wondrous fact offered to us by both science and the humanities. As astronomer Carl Sagan once said, we are beings made of the remnants of dead stars, or "stardust." In fact, the calcium and iron in our bodies are pieces of stars that were forged inside a star long ago and eventually reached us. In philosophy and psychology, a "star" is often symbolized not merely as a celestial body but as a unique light dwelling within human nature, a guiding signpost that helps us keep our way even in the dark. Therefore, the idea that "there are stars within us" reminds us that just as countless stars in the night sky shine with different brightness and colors, we too...

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The Present and Future of Korean Non-Fiction Publishing

Knowledge The Present and Future of Korean Non-Fiction Publishing 2026.05 Non-fiction has long played a pivotal role in the publishing market as both a knowledge infrastructure and a forum for public discourse, yet its status has recently begun to falter. Although the number of new titles published remains steady on the surface, the decline in actual sales volume and market share indicates that the non-fiction market is weakening from within. This phenomenon is difficult to explain solely by a decrease in the reading population or a shift away from traditional media. Rather, it should be viewed as a structural inflection point occurring in the process of fundamentally reorganizing the systems of knowledge production, distribution, and consumption due to accelerated digital transformation (DX). Ultimately, the stagnation of non-fiction symbolizes a paradigm shift in the publishin...

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2026 K-Book Market In NewYork

Info 2026 K-Book Market In NewYork 2026.08 K-Books are heading to the U.S., the world’s largest publishing market.The fair will bring together 15 Korean participating companies and around 40 local buyers for one-to-one export consultations. Export specialists will also represent 101 consignment titles in meetings with local buyers. The program also includes a seminar on the local publishing market, discussions with related organizations, and a planned book donation to the Korean Cultural Center New York. DATE: September 2–3, 2026 | PLACE: NYC Seminar & Conference Center | Host: Korea Publication Industry Promotion Agency (KPIPA) We hope you’ll show your continued interest and support for the 2026 K-Book Market In NewYork! &...

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Contradictions and Hopes of Life, Unfolded Through Intimate Conversations

New Books Contradictions and Hopes of Life,Unfolded Through Intimate Conversations 2026.07 Kim Hye-ri, The Books We Loved, Boogie Woogie, 2026. The Books We Loved by Kim Hye-ri, is a reflection on the truths and shadows of life examined from various angles. As a veteran film journalist, Kim has long communicated with the public through reviews and columns. She has been praised by fellow critics as a model of film criticism, delivering the sincerity, fiction, tragedy, and hope embedded in cinema through her deep and thoughtful perspective. While moving within film circles, her experience introducing movies on the radio led her to launch the specialized film podcast 〈Kim Hye-ri’s Film Club〉 in 2016, alongside producer Choi Da-eun and actress Im Soo-jung. As Kim grew accustomed to discussing cinema through spoken words rather than writte...

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The Beginning of Summer: June's Integrated Bestseller List

Best Sellers The Beginning of Summer:June's Integrated Bestseller List 2026.07 Since the March issue, this column has analyzed the bestseller lists of four major bookstore franchises in South Korea: Kyobo Book Centre, Youngpoong Bookstore, Jongno Books, and Arc N Book. While previous analyses focused strictly on brick-and-mortar sales, the charts of online bookstores, which now represent a major pillar of book distribution, are arguably just as important as their offline counterparts. Because all four of these franchises operate online storefronts alongside their physical locations, the upcoming features from the July through October issues will examine comprehensive charts that combine both online and offline data. To kick off this series, we look at the integrated bestseller chart compiled by Kyobo Book Centre, the largest and most influential of the four franchises. During th...

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Walking Along the Sentences of the Sea: The Pak Kyong-ni Memorial Hall in Tongyeong

K-Book Map Walking Along the Sentences of the Sea:The Pak Kyong-ni Memorial Hall in Tongyeong 2026.07 In July, Tongyeong, a true city of the sea, welcomes its most vibrant and brilliant season. The landscape of Tongyeong, where islands, ports, alleys, and hills seamlessly intertwine, feels like a piece of literature in itself. This city is the birthplace of the literary giant Pak Kyong-ni and the profound source of inspiration for her creative world. Walking through Tongyeong alongside the summer sea, one naturally comes to realize where Pak’s literature truly began. Pak Kyong-ni Memorial Hall Pak Kyong-ni Memorial Hall (Source: https://www.utour.go.kr/) Located in Sanyang-eup, Tongyeong, the Pak Kyong-ni Memorial Hall is a space where visitors can engage deeply with the author’s life and lit...

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2026 K-Book Market In Taipei

Info 2026 K-Book Market In Taipei 2026.07 K-Books are heading to Taiwan, one of their key export markets.The fair will bring together 20 Korean participating companies and around 50 to 60 local buyers for one-to-one export consultations. Export specialists will also represent 100 consignment titles in meetings with local buyers. The program also includes a seminar on Taiwan’s publishing market, discussions with related organizations, and a planned book donation to the King Sejong Institute in Tainan. DATE: July 22(Wed)–23(Thu), 2026 | PLACE: Courtyard by Marriott Taipei | Host: Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA) We hope you’ll show your continued interest and support for the 2026 K-Book Market In Taipei! &nb...

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