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Korean Books Seen From a Foreign Blog’s View

Publishing Policy Korean Books Seen From a Foreign Blog’s View 2021.12.06 Korean content, or K-content, is making outstanding progress in parts of the world in various fields. Korean books are not an exception. While they are spreading their influence in the international market, blogs in other countries that introduce various Korean books are also actively making posts about them. Foreign blogs that criticize and empathize with Korean books in a different style from the domestic market promote Korean books with fresh insights. They not only spark interest but also provide high-quality interpretation and approach. Following are some of the blogs that contribute to the spread of Korean books’ reputation worldwide by covering a wide range of Korean books. Warm but keen evaluation of Korean books A variety of content drives empathy from the generation living in this globalized era transcending time and space. Korea’s various cultures are captivating ...

VOL.41 / 2021.12

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Literary Awards of Korea

Publishing Policy Literary Awards of Korea 2021.11.01 We introduce the major literary awards and award winners that will become sales points for exporting publication rights abroad. Adult Literature Awards: Today’s Writer AwardSince 1977, Today’s Writer Award has been providing a wider range of opportunities to younger writers as it is given to the debut publications of writers of Korean novels. • Recent Award Winners: 2020. You-won by Baek On-Yu (Changbi Publishers) 2019. If We Cannot Move at the Speed of Light by Kim Cho-Yeop (EAST-ASIA Publishing Co.) and Juliana Tokyo by Han Jung-Hyun (swimmingkul) Daesan Literary AwardThe most significant Korean literary award is given to works of literature published within...

VOL.40 / 2021.11

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Korea’s Literary Magazines

Publishing Policy Korea’s Literary Magazines 2021.10.05 Stories of “Present-Day” Korean Literature, Korea’s Literary Magazines.From literary magazines that have been discussing Korean literature for a long time to literary magazines starting new stories. Introducing literary magazines of Korea! Literary magazines with a long history that tell in-depth stories The wagon wheel of modern Korean literature, Modern LiteratureFirst published in 1955, the monthly Modern Literature, the oldest literary magazine in Korea, has introduced writers representing Korea’s literary world. The Cradle of True Literature of the People, Creation and CriticismFirst published in 1966, Creation and Criticism focuses on providing a wider and deeper range of literature together with notab...

VOL.39 / 2021.10

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Current Status of the Korean Standard Publishing Distribution Data Hub System (BookNet Korea)

Publishing Industry Current Status of the Korean Standard Publishing Distribution Data Hub System (BookNet Korea) Start-Challenge-Change-Global 2021.08.02 In terms of the market volume, Korea is the 6th largest publishing powerhouse in the world, following the United States, China, Japan, Germany, and Great Britain, who are leaders of the global publishing market, publishing more than 65 thousand titles each year. Various excellent K-books have been recently mesmerizing international readers alongside K-pop, K-drama, and K-movies as well. Start However, let’s look into the environment surrounding the distribution of publications in Korea. Information exchanges among publishers, distributors, and local bookstores are not active, hampering systematic marketing activities. The reality in the distribution part is failing to catch up with the advancement of the publishing market. Also, as publishers, distributors, bookstores, and libraries set up their ow...

VOL.37 / 2021.08

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The Translation Academy of the LTI

The Translation Academy of the LTI 2021.06.07 The Translation Academy of the Literature Translation Institute of Korea (LTI) was established to foster translation professionals in the next generation!Since its establishment in 2008, 1,100 students have graduated from the Translation Academy as of 2020!A vast majority of them are currently working in the field of Korean literature and cultural content. CoursesRegular Course - Provides lectures on Korean literature and culture, mainly through Korean literature translation classesSpecial Course - Offers a retraining opportunity for students to become translatorsTranslation Atelier - Provides an opportunity for new translators to obtain knowledge and gain experience to work as professional translatorsAdvanced Course in Cultural Contents Translation - Fosters professional translators of Korean cultural content (films, cartoons (web-...

VOL.35 / 2021.06

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The Standard Contracts for Publications

The Standard Contracts for Publications 2021.05.03 The first step to a fair publishing industry!Standard Contracts for Publications Gathering opinions from various parties in the publishing industry, the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism has revised and implemented Standard Contracts for Publications!Check out the formats and guide videos on the website of the Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA)!Also, among the Standard Contracts for Publications, the Copyright License Agreement (for overseas use) is provided in English, Japanese, and Chinese. The Standard Contracts for Publications are open for public use!Join in and make the publishing industry fair and transparent!

VOL.34 / 2021.05

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K-Book Promotion Grants Offered by KPIPA & LTI

K-Book Promotion Grants Offered by KPIPA & LTI 2021.04.05 The Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA) and the Literature Translation Institute of Korea (LTI) are providing grants for K-Book promoters!Check out! KPIPA’s Export Community & the LTI’s nternational Exchange Program and PR & Marketing Grants for Overseas PublishersFor those aiming to spread out Korean literature into the world, here’s your chance to receive grants for:Various domestic & international events, the establishment of an online platform, promotional marketing, and more! #Eligible Parties- Export Community : Organizations that host events to promote Korea’s publishing content in overseas markets- International Exchange Program : Event hosts, agencies, and individuals that hold events such as literary festivals, including ove...

VOL.33 / 2021.04

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Agency list

Agency List Agency list 2024.05.07 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 : +82-2-707-2103 / Regions : Asia, UK, USA ...

VOL.70 / 2024.05

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K-Book Copyright Fair Online

K-Book Copyright Fair Online Korean Books join the global market through an online fair amidst the coronavirus pandemic 2020.11.02 The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism and the Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KFIFA) are hosting the “K-Book Copyright Fair Online” from August 25th to December 11th at RYSE Autograph Collection Studio B (Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu) in Seoul. Comprehensive support from finding overseas publishers to consultations and follow-up contract management The Seoul Publishing Rights Fair where overseas publishers visit Korea and have business meetings over the copyright export of Korean books with Korean publishers (first held in 2018) is hosted this year with the name “K-Book Copyright Fair Online” to help the industry overcome the unprecedented COVID-19 crisis and seek export opportunities in the new publishing environment. To minimize the pressure on Korean publishers and to maximize export out...

VOL.28 / 2020.11

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Projects Supported by the KPIPA in the First Half of 2024

Info Projects Supported by the KPIPA in the First Half of 2024 2024.04.01 “Expanding the opportunity for copyright trades of Korean publishing content.” Projects Supported by the Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA) in the First Half of 2024. KPIPA has been providing various support by participating in book fairs in Korea and abroad to promote the excellence of Korean publications and further expand their reach in overseas markets. #Seoul International Book Fair (SIBF)Seoul International Book Fair (SIBF) is Korea’s largest book festival! SIBF 2024 will be held to strengthen the international competitiveness of the Korean publishing industry and boost publishing networking at home and abroad! KPIPA runs programs for participating publishing houses and supports promotional activities for SIBF 2024. • Date: June 26-30, 2024 • ...

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