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Haebangchon, Yongsan-gu, Seoul Where Art and Culture Become a Romantic Story 2021.02.08 Haebangchon. A village established by compatriots and people who defected from North Korea after the liberalization of Korea in 1945. A village where painful national history transcends into art and culture through the flow of time. The past and present coexist in this village, Haebangchon. In the novel The Aimless Bullet, writer Lee Beom-Sun depicts Haebangchon as a hopeless place where no dreams or hope can be found. It was an area devastated by war suffering from poverty, frustration, and despair. However, today, Haebangchon has turned into a hot place for the young generation, as a place where moments from the past remain unchanged, evoking nostalgia with a drop of a modern vibe.Many visitors find Haebangchon for various reasons; they are looking for a nice dining place, a good spot for photos, or are drawn there by the quiet and peaceful atmosphere in the ...

VOL.31 / 2021.02

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

Woongjin ThinkBig

Korean Publishers Woongjin ThinkBig Publishing Spectrum Expanding with High-Quality Content 2022.05.02 In every social aspect, we talk about role theory. Faithfully fulfilling a role appropriate for each position positively impacts society as a whole or the entire field, and will inevitably be exerted as a power to seek opportunities to grow together. Woongjin ThinkBig's Book Business Headquarters, which plays a leading role as a genuine general publishing house, has published books of various kinds throughout a long history. Furthermore, in the rapidly changing publishing market, new businesses that can chart a plan for the future are expanding. Following is an interview with Woongjin ThinkBig's Book Business Headquarters, which is actively responding to the development of new markets in the publishing industry by publishing books that meet the needs of the times and expanding the scope of the publishing market. Logo of Woongji...

VOL.46 / 2022.05

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN AUTHORS]

Dr. Oh Eun-Young

Korean Authors Dr. Oh Eun-Young Korea's favorite mentor, helping everyone grow with her warm messages 2022.05.02 Dr. Oh Eun-Young, a psychiatrist who gives magically fitting solutions to a situation, is often referred to as Korea's favorite mentor nowadays. Dr. Oh is also an active writer. Since her books can help people get clear answers when not able to consult directly, Dr. Oh's writings are valuable to many. Dr. Oh's books are effective prescriptions to people living in the current era as she sometimes blatantly denounces and other times gives words of comfort when people ask for advice on everyday worries and issues. Dr. Oh writes books to give people a helping hand to grow mature as they walk the long and weary life journey. We had a chance to interview her. Please say hello and introduce yourself to the readers. Hi everyone. I am Dr. Oh Eun-Young. From golden children (geumjjogi, a name used to call childre...

VOL.46 / 2022.05

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

JECHEOLSO Publishing House

Korean Publishers JECHEOLSO Publishing House A place where stories beneficial to our lives are born in the right season 2022.04.04 “Just right” means that there is something that is neither too much nor too little of a certain standard, condition, or degree. So, being “just right” in a way that satisfies these conditions is a difficult and knotty challenge. The name JECHEOLSO Publishing House, introduced in this interview, means “just the right season” in Korea. Like seasonal food is good for your health; this publisher hopes to deliver good stories of the “right season” to its readers. Following is an interview with Kim Tae-Hyung, head of JECHEOLSO Publishing House, a single-person publishing company that vividly shows its own color and goes beyond the limitations of its kind with the power of solidarity. Logo of JECHEOLSO Publishing House Please introduce JECHEOLSO Publishing House to people in th...

VOL.45 / 2022.04

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

Changbi Publishers

Korean Publishers Changbi Publishers The Unfathomable Depth of Beauty 2022.03.07 We all have our own stories that have made us who we are today. Here, Changbi Publishers has a long-established history and tradition, and the publisher has become the way it is now through countless transitions. As it always rose amid severe government oppression, Changbi Publishers was able to keep expanding the spectrum of publishing in the country through endless attempts. The publishing house is actively playing on the global stage, regardless of the genre, from children’s books and literature with touching stories to books containing various knowledge of intellectuals. Also, by using online platforms, it seeks to get closer to readers. Therefore, it is a great time to introduce Changbi Publishers, who are committed to enriching communication with readers by engaging with global trends. Plea...

VOL.44 / 2022.03

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN AUTHORS]

Writer Kim Ho-Yeon

Korean Authors Writer Kim Ho-Yeon An All-Round Storyteller Who Makes Everyday Stories Special 2022.03.07 The grand prize winner of the 1st Bucheon Cartoon Story Contest in 2005, the excellence prize winner of the 9th World Literary Award in 2013, the winner of Book of the Year Award of Yes 24, and the No.1 Audiobook of the Year chosen by Millie in 2021 ? these are the titles representing writer Kim Ho-Yeon. He has even become a writer of steady-sellers this year. Writer Kim has been an all-round storyteller, going from films to comics and novels. So then, what is the reason that so many people are enthusiastic about his works? One plausible idea is that his works are so akin to our lives. Following is an interview of writer Kim Ho-Yeon, an all-round storyteller who gives deep insights and touches our hearts through ordinary daily life stories of charming and dynamic characters that might exist around us. Please introduce yourself to our read...

VOL.44 / 2022.03

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The Engine of K-Content, K-Story

Book Grocery The Engine of K-Content, K-Story 2026.08 A Story from a K-Book Trends Subscriber in Ukraine In today's world, where people consume short videos and quick content every day, Korean book-based media franchises remind us that powerful stories still begin with words. Behind every memorable character and emotional scene is an author who first created that world through writing. I hope more people discover the original books, because reading offers a deeper understanding that no screen can fully replace. For me, that is the true value of these adaptations. Recommended Book for This Story A Shop for Killers Even in an era accustomed to short-form videos and fast-paced media like Reels and Shorts, there are works that prove compelling stories ultimatel...

VOL.97 / 2026.08

[EVENT / Book Grocery]

The Early Summer Sea, and I Read Absolutely Nothing

Book Grocery The Early Summer Sea, and I Read Absolutely Nothing 2026.07 A Story from a Worker in Their 30s from Samseong-dong, Seoul Every summer, I make it a point to book a seaside lodging all by myself. This year, I requested an early vacation. And as always, I packed one or two books in my bag. This year was no different from the last. One half-read novel and another essay collection that had been sitting on my shelf for ages. This time, I told myself, I would definitely finish them. Yet, the moment I actually sat under the parasol and opened a book, the sound of the waves would reach my ears. The distant laughter of children playing echoed from afar. As the sun began to dip, the horizon would be dyed in shades of orange. Over and over, I found myself lifting my eyes from the pages. “I need to read.” &n...

VOL.96 / 2026.07

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Midnight Light: Can Light Become Pollution?

Book Grocery Midnight Light:Can Light Become Pollution? 2026.06 A Story from an Office Worker Living in Donggyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul: At some point, massive electronic billboards began taking over the building facades along the streets near Hongik University Station. Saturated with these overwhelming digital displays, Hongdae today is constantly flooded with brilliant, piercing light, even in the dead of night. Passersby often call it spectacular or find themselves captivated by the latest advertisements, but I look at these billboards through a slightly different lens. “It is so bright that the night no longer feels like night.” While others merely catch a fleeting glimpse of these screens as they walk past, I am forced to look down at them from my apartment window every single day. From where I stand, these neon monoliths do not e...

VOL.95 / 2026.06

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Status of the Korean Publishing Industry in 2020 and Outlook for 2021

Status of the Korean Publishing Industry in 2020 and Outlook for 2021 2021.01.04 More consumers are purchasing books through their mobile phones or on the Internet in the aftermath of the pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on the entire world throughout the year and has brought about a drastic change in our daily life. Homes became the base camp for activities as people worked from home, and kids studied at home. Amidst the uncertain economic situation where nothing can be predicted, people began to be interested in grasping the opportunity to become rich. Such social change had a significant influence on the publishing industry. The number of online bookstore users and sales volume have jumped up by leaps and bounds. According to the settlement data announced by Kyobo Bookstore on June 8th for the first half of the year, purchases made both on mobile phones and on the online platform recorded 56.3% during the period surpassin...

VOL.30 / 2021.01

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