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Special Project K-Fantasy We Invite You to a Special Universe that No One's Ever Dreamed of 2021.09.06 "If I had magic..." Everybody must have imagined becoming a magician as a child. We make so many unrealistic things possible thanks to the imagination. We fly through the sky, and we walk under the sea. Korean fantasy began to flourish when computers and the Internet began to be distributed across the country in the mid-1990s. As novels serialized on online platforms that only provided writing and reading services gained more popularity and proved their commercial values, the publication of fantasy novels started to occur in earnest. Fandoms emerged as fantasy books were distributed to local book lenders in massive amounts. The spread of smartphones and tablets in 2010 led to the full development of fantasy novels and web-novels. Fantasy as a genre has been steadily gathering fanatics, expanding its universe and combining with other genres such as martial arts fan...

VOL.38 / 2021.09

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

SpringSunshine Publishing Co.

Korean Publishers SpringSunshine Publishing Co. Warm Spring Sunshine for Every Child 2023.07.03 SpringSunshine Publishing Co. is a publishing house specializing in children’s and young adult books. It has been devoted to delivering stories to its readers by publishing about 150 titles over the past 11 years since it was established in 2012. While SpringSunshine Publishing Co. covers heartwarming stories for children like the spring sunlight, it has also been making books that discuss social issues or problems that we need to ponder. It also actively communicates with readers by attending numerous events and spreads the philosophical idea embedded in the books to society by donating its profits and books to children through various channels. Following is an interview with SpringSunshine Publishing Co., which has been doing its best to make the world a healthier and happier place for children to live in. Logo of SpringSunshine Pu...

VOL.60 / 2023.07

[INFORMATION / KOREAN TRANSLATOR]

Yoon Sunme

Korean Translator Yoon Sunme 2021.11.01 Profile Born in Seoul, Yoon Sunme settled in Argentina at the age of five and stayed there for 20 years. She finished her elementary, middle, and high school studies and graduated from a college in Argentina. She later finished her Ph.D. in Spain. She's been in Korea for the last 24 years. Currently, she is working as a Spanish professor at the Translation Academy of the Literature Translation Institute of Korea (LTI) and as a freelance writer and anchor at KBS World Radio Spanish Service. For more than 20 years, she has dedicated herself to translating social and cultural books as well as literary works. She was awarded the 17th LTI Korea Award for Aspiring Translators in 2019 with her translation of Human Acts (Changbi), written by Han Kang. ? E-Mail: yuniwan@hanmail.net Latest Translated Books ? Han Kang, The Vegetarian (Bajo La Lun...

VOL.40 / 2021.11

[INFORMATION / AGENCY LIST]

Agency list

Agency List Agency list 2021.11.01 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 Agency ...

VOL.40 / 2021.11

[TREND / BOOK TRIP]

Dangjin, Chungcheongnam-do

Book Trip Dangjin, Chungcheongnam-do A city of daily leisure 2021.08.02 Dangjin-si, or Dangjin City, located in the northernmost cove area of Chungcheongnam-do, got its name from the region’s history of a harbor city that used to be the gateway to Tang during the Silla Dynasty. It neighbors Asan and Seosan of Chungcheongnam-do to the East and West respectively. As it faces Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi-do Province, to the North, it is the first region people reach when they ride down the Seohaean Expressway out of the province. The vast ocean spreads out to the South, and you can have a good time on the foreshore by renting gear at local stores. Waegok Village is the only place in Korea where you can enjoy sunrise, sunset, and moonrise at one spot, making it the perfect place to relish leisurely time. As such, Dangjin-si has recently become a rising star on the west coast, offering various things to see and enjoy. Every part of Dangjin-si is full of ...

VOL.37 / 2021.08

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN AUTHORS]

Doctor Jeong Jae-Seung

Korean Authors Doctor Jeong Jae-Seung The Happiest Moment? When I Meet My Readers! 2023.06.05 There is a person who ceaselessly breaks down the barrier of science, which seems so high. It is doctor Jeong Jae-Seung, who is devoted to the “scientification of the public” by teaching science to the public in an easy way through books, going beyond his personal study in his major. He explains brain science, his major, as “a study that understands the mind of you and others.” Maybe that’s why his books become steady sellers in the science category, seizing the hearts of readers. Doctor Jeong has been meeting the public through various activities such as appearing on TV shows and lectures, adding to books. Recently, he has been expanding his world by cooperating with experts from various fields, crossing academic boundaries. Following is an interview with Doctor Jeong Jae-Seung, who spreads the intellectual joy of learning science and grows with his readers. ...

VOL.59 / 2023.06

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN AUTHORS]

Writer Son Bo-Mi

Korean Authors Writer Son Bo-Mi I write like I make small steps forward every day 2023.05.02 Writer Son Bo-Mi has swept various literary awards in Korea and is highly recognized in the literary world ? she has won the most Young Writer’s Awards as well as the grand prize of the 45th Yi Sang Literary Award in 2022. She is also loved by her readers for her encouraging, consoling, and sympathizing works. Writer Son being recognized for both her literary work and popularity seems to be driven by her constant attempts to take on challenges, a warm perspective towards the world, and the humble and diligent attitude that the author has towards her works. It’s already her 14th year as a writer ? writer Son has never been idle in writing, diligently keeping up with the planned amount that she sets every day. Following is an interview with writer Son Bo-Mi, who has been steadily making progress with her work, and not distracted by the outpouring of com...

VOL.58 / 2023.05

[INFORMATION / #K-BOOK]

#Adolescent Literature

#K-Book #Adolescent Literature KPIPA Introduces K-Books for Global Publishing Markets through K-Book Platform 2021.10.05 Yujin and Yujin 1. Publication Details Title | Yujin and YujinAuthor | Lee Geum-yiPublisher | Prooni Books, Inc.Publication Date | 2004-07-10ISBN | 9788957980132No. of pages | 288Dimensions | 128 * 188 2. Copyright Contact Name | Lee HyojinEmail | copyright@prooni.comPhone | +82-2-581-0334 3. Book Intro Lee Geum-yi has previously published children’s books and novels that contain realistic portrayals of social reality. In Yujin and Yujin, she deals with the serious social issue of child sexual abuse.Through the delicate portrayal of the psychology of Big Yujin and Little Yujin, who were raped together when they were little, Lee follows their daily lives while at the same time exploring the grave subject mat...

VOL.39 / 2021.10

[INFORMATION / AGENCY LIST]

Agency list

Agency List Agency list 2021.10.05 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 / Region...

VOL.39 / 2021.10

[TREND / SPECIAL PROJECT]

A Summer Trip with Books

A Summer Trip with Books The hot summer could be cool in another way! 2021.07.05 Spring, summer, fall, and winter. Summer has come again to tell us that half of the year has passed. In Korea, summer beings in June and lasts until August. The scorching sunlight could blind us, but most Koreans long for summer throughout the year. Students and office workers all wait for their summer vacation. Summer has a surprisingly charming point everybody loves as the season of relaxation. It makes you think of the color crimson red that resembles the sunlight under the sizzling weather, but it also makes you think of the color blue that recalls the cool waves of the ocean where we go to evade the summer heat. However, people are yet careful to go on a summer vacation this year, as the pandemic remains unsolved. Then, how about going on a “book-cation (book-reading + vacation)” with books filled with the summer vibe? Following is an introduction of charming summer books that eve...

VOL.36 / 2021.07

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