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Book-Stay, a Romantic Night with Books Time to read as many books as you like 2020.09.07 Book-stay refers to spending a night reading books. A cozy room with books filling one corner… How romantic and perfect does it sound? Most of the book-stays in Korea are run by bookstores, where it is unique that they are organized by small bookstores in local neighborhoods. Even though the rooms may not be as fancy as those in a 5-star hotel or resort, they are cozy and neat enough to read as many books as you like.As traveling abroad has become nearly impossible due to the coronavirus, extraordinary domestic trips ? such as book-stays ? are trending in Korea. People are searching for a good place to do a book-stay across the country to spend a special day with family, friends, lovers, or even themselves away from their busy life. This part introduces some book-stays in Korea for those that have not set up a plan for a vacation or those in need of spending time re...

VOL.26 / 2020.09

[EVENT / LET'S TRY]

A Book That Cleans Away the Burden of Cleaning Your House

Let’s Try A Book That Cleans Away the Burden of Cleaning Your House 2025.09.04 [Event] Let’s Try introduces various useful books published in Korea every month.Also, don’t miss gift events related to the introduced books! Simply click on the link below to enter the event! Let’s Try! Cleaning 101: The Real Basics- Written by Doroom (Jeong Du-Mi), published by Recipe Factory Follow it like a cooking recipe,and discover how quick and easy cleaning can be! The book featured in this month’s issue, Cleaning 101: The Real Basics, is a practical guide that shows you how to clean quickly, easily, and even enjoyably. For many busy people, cleaning is one of those chores that’s easy to put off. But when you delay it little by little, a daunting full-scale cleaning eventually looms ahead, making it harder t...

VOL.86 / 2025.09

[EVENT / IMAGE OF K-BOOK]

A Story of Friendship and Growth Built Through Fanhood

Image of K-Book A Story of Friendship and Growth Built Through Fanhood 2025.08.04 Fandoms have an essential role in K-POP culture People often feel a sense of connection when they meet someone who shares their interests. This is because common interests make us feel like we have similar preferences. Teenagers, in particular, often form social connections by creating fandoms for their favorite singers, actors, or characters, as friendships hold significant importance to them. Fandoms formed in the online space can open up another world for them offline. A fandom refers to a community of people who share a common interest, building a culture through friendships and emotional connections. It is a collective phenomenon where fans communicate and interact with each other beyond simply liking individual content. Fandom culture is growing to the point whe...

VOL.85 / 2025.08

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#Trend & Marketing

#Trend & Marketing KPIPA introduces K-Books for global publishing markets through K-Book Platform 2021.01.04 Discovery of the Usual 1. Publication Details Title | Discovery of the UsualSubtitle | Usual Observations, Notes, Music, and UnderlineAuthor | Yoo ByoungookPublisher | Bookhouse Publishers Co.Publication Date | 2019-08-05ISBN | 9791164050321No. of pages | 280Dimensions | 128 * 185 2. Copyright Contact Name | Heo YoungsuEmail | ysheo7@paran.comPhone | +82-2-3144-2705 3. Book Intro How do copywriters spend their daily lives so that they can come up with such brilliant ideas? How do they spend time in free time? The book Usual Discovery talks about how the author as a copywriter and creative writer, usually spends his time, i, e, time spentin observing things, taking notes, listening to music, and underlining sentences. The author is a creative director of...

VOL.30 / 2021.01

[INFORMATION / NEW BOOKS]

Regarding Starknitting

Regarding Starknitting 2020.12.07 One day, a spaceship from outer space equipped with highly advanced science technologies appeared on Earth. The aliens suggested humans on Earth have cultural exchange with the “Wetans,” beings from another outer space civilization, to help the Earth’s civilization spread into the universe. The Earthlings and the Wetans, both in their infancy stage in the universe, continue having multiple exchanges in preparation for the space era... “Starknitting,“ the lifeline skill for Wetans to survive in the universe. “Meet an earthling. They have an astrology specialist that studies reinterpreted astrology in quite a modern style. He calls himself, the ‘Star-knitter’.“ Humorous storyline, Unpredictable twist. Will their journey into space flow as smooth as water? “May your life ...

VOL.29 / 2020.12

[INFORMATION / #K-BOOK]

#Traditional Culture(Picture Books)

#Traditional Culture(Picture Books) KPIPA introduces K-Books for global publishing markets through K-Book Platform 2020.12.07 Setting the Table 1. Publication Details Title | Setting the TableAuthor | Joo YounghaPublisher | BORIM PRESSPublication Date | 2013-05-15ISBN | 9788943309107No. of pages | 60Dimensions | 285 * 225 2. Copyright Contact Name | Park SunjooEmail | sunjoo@borimpress.comPhone | +82-10-9214-4801 3. Book Intro Korean food is usually called as "hansik." We talk about the uniqueness and excellence of "hansik" by mentioning the efficacy or nutritional balance of some foods, such as kimchi and "jang" (Korean pastes). However, the uniqueness of our food culture should be seen in more broader perspective, for example, how to look for foods in the environment of the Korean Peninsula over many years, how to prepare meals, how to serve, how to eat, etc. That is...

VOL.29 / 2020.12

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Books with Discourses on the Post-COVID-19 Era in Korea

Books with Discourses on the Post-COVID-19 Era in Korea The world after the pandemic 2020.08.03 Now, we can no longer live in the way we lived before. With the outbreak of COVID-19 across the world, people have begun to divide the era into two: BC (Before Corona) and AD (After Disease). This new infectious disease did not just kill innocent people , but is severing physical movement and interpersonal interaction. With the emergence of a contactless society, a massive shift is taking place in the society, economy, and politics.In the face of the pandemic, publishers are busy planning exclusive books about the COVID-19 era. Since March this year, books featuring the virus have been newly filling the shelves, adding new lines to the discourse so-called “post-COVID-19.” For faster publication of books, publishers chose to make them in the omnibus style, where writings of several specialists are combined in a single book. The unprecedented spread of the vi...

VOL.25 / 2020.08

[TREND / BOOK TRIP]

Sokcho, Gangwondo Province

Sokcho, Gangwondo Province An embroidery of beautiful scenery 2020.08.03 The vast-open East Sea shining cobalt blue, a tranquil lake, and Seoraksan Mountain with a jaw-dropping view; these are just some of the many charms Sokcho boasts throughout the year. Plus, the delicacies presented by the Sokcho Central Market are enticing more gourmet travelers to Sokcho today. The book Winter in Sokcho (Book Recipe) even chose the sophisticated feeling of cities that stands on the border of thrilling excitement and sentimental recollection for its background. Now, let’s dive into Sokcho, a place whose name makes you want to take to the road. Winter in Sokcho Sokcho Tour, Fisheries Market (Jungang Market), an emerging shrine for gourmet travelers Sokcho Tour, Fisheries Market (Jungang Market) Inside the Sokcho Tour, Fisheries Market (left),...

VOL.25 / 2020.08

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

Hubble

Korean Publishers Hubble The Happy Imagination of Tomorrow 2021.08.02 We are living in an era where Sci-Fi has become mainstream. The genre grew exponentially in Korea compared to 5 years ago, and the readership has become younger. Hubble, the Sci-Fi brand of publisher East Asia Books, stands as a leading publisher in Sci-Fi literature in Korea, hosting and organizing the Korean Science Literature Award. Following is an interview with publisher Hubble, which creates Korean-style Sci-Fi books that add stories of the marginalized such as the socially weak and minorities, to traditional Sci-Fi and interprets them from various perspectives. Logo of publisher Hubble Please introduce yourself to overseas publishers. Hi, I’m Kim Hak-Je, the lead editor at Hubble. We borrowed the name “Hubble” from the Hubble Space Telescope. Just like how the telescope observes “stars’ past” 100 million light-years away, publisher Hubble aims to ...

VOL.37 / 2021.08

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Icons of Seoul: Namsan and the N Seoul Tower

Image of K-Book Icons of Seoul: Namsan and the N Seoul Tower 2025.07.07 N Seoul Tower, the representative landmark of Seoul Seoul, the capital of South Korea, is a dynamic city where skyscrapers, ancient palaces, and the Han River coexist harmoniously. However, amid its bustling urban landscape, there is a place that symbolically embodies Seoul’s identity: Namsan and the N Seoul Tower atop it. Namsan is a mountain located in the heart of Seoul, standing at approximately 262 meters above sea level. It has long been cherished by Seoul citizens as a place of relaxation and a green oasis within the city. Its well-maintained walking and hiking trails make it a popular spot not only for locals but also for many foreign tourists. The natural scenery, which changes with the seasons, offers a sense of leisure and peacefulness that is difficult to experience in the busy urban world.Atop Nams...

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