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The “Contactless” Marketing Trend in the Era of COVID-19

The “Contactless” Marketing Trend in the Era of COVID-19 2021.04.05 The pandemic has changed the publishing industry The virus, COVID-19, struck global industries and economies in January 2020. Our daily life has changed completely as well. The schools’ administration system almost froze as all the schools postponed the new semester. Libraries, art museums, museums, and stadiums had to close due to social-distancing. Schools that postponed the new semester a couple of times chose to open classes online. Publishers had to grope in the dark, putting a halt to publications or promotions of new titles that they have long been preparing for. It was a total nightmare. While all the cultural markets were engulfed in endless darkness, it was yet good news that the book market saw a relatively satisfactory performance. The virus-driven shock to offline bookstores was dire. However, for online bookstores, their sales record soared, led by children’s and teen boo...

VOL.33 / 2021.04

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Moksu Publishing Company

Korean Publishers Moksu Publishing Company Knowledge that Saves the World, Just Like Trees and Water 2022.08.01 Carpenters use wood to create furniture, tools, and other daily necessities. Likewise, Moksu Publishing Company (Moksu has two different meanings in Chinese characters: 木水 (moksu, trees and water in Korean); 木手 (moksu, a carpenter in Korean)) or Moksu Chaekbang (literally “a bookstore of trees and water” in Korean), which marks its 9th anniversary this year, has been publishing books necessary for everyday lives, as its name implies. Driven by the commitment and passion toward ecology and the environment, the company has been actively bringing out books in those fields. At a time that requires even more attention to the environment, the publisher strives to convey to readers that all living things are symbiotic and connected. We had a chance to interview Jeon Eun-Jeong, CEO of Moksu Publishing Company, who explores ways to help people take a...

VOL.49 / 2022.08

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Overseas Publication Grants 2021

Overseas Publication Grants 2021 Grants awarded in 2021 2021.07.05 The Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA) has carried out this year’s “Overseas Publication Grants” to promote the overseas advancement of Korean publications. The “Overseas Publication Grants 2021” has provided partial grants to overseas publishers who have published or are planning to publish Korean content under contract with Korean publishers. Criteria for assessment were quality of contents, marketability, and ability of the publisher. Different amounts of grants will be provided depending on the region (Europe, US, UK, China, Japan, etc.). Following is the grant-winning work of the “Overseas Publication Grants 2021.” Where is Grandma? Writer | An EunyoungPublisher | A thousand hopeGenre | Children’s bookTranslated Language | Traditional ChineseAwarded Publisher | Alvita Publishing Co., LtdISBN | 97898...

VOL.36 / 2021.07

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Bookkeeper’s Choice - Picture Book

Bookkeeper’s Choice - Picture Book 2021.04.05 The writer of Midnight’s Gift says she reinterpreted her thankful feelings toward nature that she got when she was looking at the evening sunset. Saying that she liked the night sky from her childhood, the picture book delivers warm happiness just like the old fairy tale mom would tell us in bed. The colorful obangsaek (five cardinal colors) expressed in hanji (traditional Korean paper handmade from mulberry trees) collage makes us feel thankful towards nature, and the gift shared among the five brothers of light and darkness teaches us the happiness of sharing. The imaginative story of yin and yang, the Five Elements, and obangsaek begins when the light and darkness give birth to five children. They named their children, Dawn, Morning, Day, Evening, and Midnight. While the children were in bed, Time came and laid a present by their side. Dawn, Morning, Da...

VOL.33 / 2021.04

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Agency list

Agency list 2021.07.05 Abba Communication Ltd. Launched as a translation and interpretation agency in 204, Abba Communication (Abba here after) now also acts as a copyright agency. Abba supports young Korean publishers who are aspiring to build experiences in moving on to the international market, providing consultation on the way until they become global. Abba’s special forte is its excellent professional team with expertise in re-writing and/or editing synopses and introductions into texts both competitive and persuasive. Other services Abba provides include translating original materials and creating promotional texts. Focused Subjects LiberalArts : Biography, Management, Negotiation Contacts • Kim jungsukE-mail : jskim@abbacomm.co.kr / Phone : +82-2-707-2103 / Regions : Asia, UK, USA • Han-gyul GoE-mail : abba@abbacomm.co.kr / Phone : +82-2-707-2103 / Regions : Asia, UK, USA &nb...

VOL.36 / 2021.07

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Introducing Korean Sci-Fi!

Introducing Korean Sci-Fi! 2021.03.08 Beginning of Sci-Fi in Korea To pick the genre that the public has actively consumed in Korea for the past several years, it would be "Science Fiction." However, considering the massive fandom and cultural influence of Sci-Fi in other countries such as the United States, it has not been long since the public in Korea has highlighted the genre. This is why some people think that the Sci-Fi syndrome in Korea is a sudden phenomenon. However, Korea's Sci-Fi genre has been shaped to become what it is today from about 100 years ago, creating the foundation for today's Sci-Fi to be at the center of people's attention. Then, learning the history of Korean Sci-Fi will be a good way to understand it better and get a clearer glimpse of its future outlook. The beginning of Sci-Fi in Korea goes back to 1907. The first Sci-Fi work recorded in history isserialized in the journal Taegukhakbo- a journal for Koreans studying in Japan, wh...

VOL.32 / 2021.03

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A Thousand Hopes

Korean Publishers A Thousand Hopes The Butterfly Effect: the Wind of Reading Sows Hope in Children 2022.06.07 One of the good habits parents should help their children build is reading. Reading develops a child’s thinking abilities and creativity, which serves as stepping stones to leap towards a greater future. Therefore, it is very important to help children read good books and build a reading habit. A Thousand Hopes is a publisher specializing in children’s books, which has been publishing books with the hope that children will develop the habit of reading and enjoying books. And it has been creating a butterfly effect, where the wind of reading it arouses opens the path for children’s growth full of hope. Following is an interview with Choi Jin, CEO of A Thousand Hopes, which has been a good book friend for children, expanding the horizon of children’s books. Logo of A Thousand Hopes &...

VOL.47 / 2022.06

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K-Education

K-Education Education in Korea – a country of talented people 2021.03.08 According to the statistics announced by Korea Statistics in 2021, the Republic of Korea is a relatively small country (107th place in the size of the national territory, 208th place in population). However, it always astounds the world with outstanding national characteristics and unique capabilities exhibited by its people. Not only do Koreans win awards at international contests where talented people from all around the world compete against each other, but there are also prominent Korean figures that perform exceptionally in the global arena, such as the UN Secretary-General, athletes, and scholars. And indeed, the so-called "K-education" is the greatest contributor behind such achievements. Koreans have an extraordinary passion for education. The "duty of education," where one has to guarantee at least the minimum level of education for their child, is designated as one o...

VOL.32 / 2021.03

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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

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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

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