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Korea’s Publishing Trend - The World Literature Complete Collection

Topic Korea’s Publishing Trend- The World Literature Complete Collection 2022.05.02 At the end of a recently finished drama, “Our Beloved Summer,” a book titled I Like Early Summer written by Lee Na-Eun, was shown. The book does not exist in reality since it was a prop. The name Lee Na-Eun was the name of the drama's screenwriter. The book continuously shows itself as one of the key items connecting the main characters. It revealed itself in the last episode as a gift to viewers.Many viewers would have noticed that the book is similar to Minumsa Publishing Company's World Literature Series. The upper half is filled with a drawing, and the lower half is covered with a white background and a single-colored title. The cover's structure is a symbol of Minumsa's collection. The fact that people recognized the book by its cover shows how much Koreans are familiar with the collection. In the drama, “Our Beloved Summer,” a book th...

VOL.46 / 2022.05

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN AUTHORS]

Professor Choe Jae-Chun

Korean Authors Professor Choe Jae-Chun The world of an ecologist, in which all things are beautiful for being alive 2025.06.02 There are a number of people who argue that humans are inherently selfish and that life is a struggle of every man against every man. A growing number of people even recognize that it is wise to choose individual survival over coexistence. However, there is a biologist who believes that humans, and indeed all life, can never live alone. His observations over the years have given people great solace and hope. Through scientific evidence that we are, after all, “dependent beings.” It’s an honor to have you with us on K-Book Trends. Please say hello to our readers along with a brief introduction of yourself. I have been spying on other animals all my life, running into the mountains, fields, oceans, and rivers to see what they are doing. I am also a scholar studying animal behav...

VOL.83 / 2025.06

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Agency list

Agency List Agency list 2022.07.04 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 : +82-2-707-21...

VOL.48 / 2022.07

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Goyang Aram Nuri Library

Book Trip [Beautiful Library in Korea ④] Goyang Aram Nuri Library Intellectual and Artistic Inspiration Created in a Pile of Books 2022.05.02 Ilsan-gu, Goyang-si, one of the 1st generation of New Towns in the Seoul Metropolitan Area, was conceived and developed as a planned city and has constantly improved over time. In particular, Ilsan Lake Park is considered an important element of most Ilsan residents' everyday lives. They frequent the park for various exhibitions and events, and for picnics and strolls. In addition, Ilsan boasts a convenient and rich residential infrastructure, exhibiting diverse cultural aspects. Ilsan is also home to artists from different fields, including writers, and is packed with libraries and spaces for promoting culture and art. Of special note, libraries that feature unique local characteristics can be found easily across the district. Hence, the residents, wherever they live, can find one without trouble to read books and e...

VOL.46 / 2022.05

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

Finger Publishing

Korean Publishers Finger Publishing Picture books that serve as a springboard for all 2025.05.07 As children grow up reading picture books, they learn to explore the world, share emotions, and communicate. The same goes for adults, which is why picture books are shared across generations. Finger Publishing, a picture book publishing house based in Chuncheon, has been publishing series of picture books that convey the power of empathy by knocking on readers’ hearts. Each series covers a variety of topics and plants the seeds of thought, allowing readers to experience a wider world and nurture their minds through books. Especially in May, the month of Children’s Day in Korea, there is no better time to discover Finger Publishing’s books that expand children’s dreams through picture books. Following is an interview with Cho Mi-Ja, CEO of Finger Publishing, where she shares more about the company. The logo of Finger Publishing ...

VOL.82 / 2025.05

[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...

VOL.81 / 2025.04

[INFORMATION / KOREAN TRANSLATOR]

Mi Hyun Kim

Korean Translator Mi Hyun Kim 2022.06.07 Mi Hyun Kim is a seasoned interpreter/translator with ten years of experience, specializing in literature, children’s books, military, and history.After graduating from Ewha Girls’ Foreign High School as a French major, she earned her B.A. in both English Language and Literature and Chinese Language and Literature from Korea University and her M.A. in Korean-English interpretation from Ewha Womans University Graduate School of Translation and Interpretation.She started as a Language Specialist at the United Nations Command Military Armistice Commission, headquartered in South Korea, and was later promoted to the Deputy of the Language Section. After six years, she moved on to the managerial position for the NAVER V LIVE project, in full charge of all subtitle translations?both real-time and pre-recorded?for live streaming videos of K-pop and K-drama stars such as BTS.For ten yea...

VOL.47 / 2022.06

[INFORMATION / #K-BOOK]

#Picture Books

#K-Book #Picture Books KPIPA Introduces K-Books for Global Publishing Markets through K-Book Platform 2022.06.07 The Gift of Ant Fairies 1. Publication Details Title | The Gift of Ant FairiesAuthor | Shin Sun-miPublisher | Changbi Publishers, Inc.Publication Date | 2020-04-20ISBN | 9788936455477No. of pages | 40Dimensions | 237 * 299 2. Copyright Contact Name | Ally BangEmail | aerim@changbi.comPhone | +82-70-4838-4971 3. Book Intro In the conclusion, mother and grandmother return to a time they miss the most, thanks to the help of the ant fairies, and hug each other tight. The conclusion is described in a beautiful, mystical way. Next to grandmother and mother, who have returned to when grandmother was young and mother was a child, are the ant fairies that travel between reality and the world of imagination as well as the child who is drawn to be the same size as the fairies,...

VOL.47 / 2022.06

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN AUTHORS]

Writer Choi Deok-Kyu

Korean Authors Writer Choi Deok-Kyu Breaking down language barriers and encompassing generations 2025.04.07 Picture books, a combination of pictures and words, are more than just children’s books; they can be a window to intergenerational communication. With this belief, writer Choi Deok-Kyu has been expanding the form of picture books and creating works that blend humanistic narratives with visual art. He believes that picture books can resonate deeply with children and adults who read them, and dreams of the butterfly effect that picture books can create. As a writer and the head of a one-man publishing house, he continues to dedicate himself to encouraging more people to empathize and communicate through picture books. Thank you for accepting the interview. Please say hello to our readers with a brief introduction of yourself. It’s a pleasure to meet readers from ma...

VOL.81 / 2025.04

[INFORMATION / AGENCY LIST]

Agency list

Agency List Agency list 2022.06.07 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...

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