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2019 Korean Novels that fascinated foreign readers

2019 Korean Novels that fascinated foreign readers 2020.02.03 What Korean novels were a hot topic in the overseas publication market last year? Here we introduce the Korean novels that lit up the overseas publication market in 2019, from steady sellers beloved by foreign readers to works of newly emerging writers. I’m Waiting For You, The Prophet of Mundanity Three English-translated novels of writer Kim Bo-Young, one of the representative SF writers in Korea were sold to Harper Collins Publishers last June, the biggest publication group in the US. The three books were: I’m Waiting For You (Miracle Books), a story about the fond love of a couple with contradicting time and space, The Prophet of Mundanity (Arzak), a story of a prophet and his disciple, and a sequel to I’m Waiting For You which is also set for publication in Korea. They will be published during the first half of 2021.Making her debut in 2004, the increa...

VOL.19 / 2020.02

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Writer Lee Geumi

Writer Lee Geumi A Writer Who Makes Readers Wait for Her Next Work 2020.11.02 Writer Lee Geumi made her debut when she won the Sabbath Literary Award in 1984 with her With Younggu and Heukgu. Since then, she has been writing children’s books such as Kundori’s House in Bamti Village (Prooni Books), You and I are Just a Bit Different (Prooni Books), First Love (Prooni Books), Like a Roughneck Princess (Sakyejul), and Called My Name (Sun&Tree), and teenage novels including Life Traveler (Munhakdongne), Yujin and Yujin (Prooni Books), On the Verge (Prooni Books), Sohee’s Room (Prooni Books), The Story of the Youth (Sekyejul), and Can I go there? (Sakyejul). Even though she has already written around 50 titles, she says she wants to be remembered as a writer whose next works are eagerly awaited by readers. Following is the interview with writer Lee Geumi. Writer Lee Geumi You have written more than 50 titles up to now. If you...

VOL.28 / 2020.11

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Export Prospects of Korean Books

Export Prospects of Korean Books KPIPA’s Choice for Supporting Abstract · Sample Translation 2020.05.04 The Ghost Puppy's Adventures 1. Publication Details Imprint | GAEAMNAMUTitle | The Ghost Puppy's AdventuresAuthor | Park JeonganIllustrator | Lee MinhaeGenre | Children's storyFormat | 175×235Binding | PaperbackPages | 104pagesISBN | 9788968305412 2. Contact Name | Jo WonsonEmail | jws@gaeamnamu.co.krURL | http://blog.naver.com/gaeamnamu 3. Marketing Information Keyword | Family love; ghost; companion animal; sacrificial ceremonyTarget Readership | Children aged 9 to 12 4. About the Author and Illustrator Author - Park JeonganPark Jeongan started writing children's stories while studying children's literature in graduate school, and made her literary debut by wining the Noonnoppi Children's Literature Award. Park aims to write ...

VOL.22 / 2020.05

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Export Prospects of Korean Books

Export Prospects of Korean Books KPIPA’s Choice for Supporting Abstract · Sample Translation 2018.06.28 Operate the Chefbot of Hamburger Castle 1. Publication Details Imprint | Hanbit Media Title | Operate the Chefbot of Hamburger Castle Author | Kyungsun Yoo Illustrator | Misun Kim Format | 183*235 Binding | Paperback Pages | 76 pages ISBN | 978-89-684-8870-2 2. Contact Name | Seungmo Cho Phone | +82-2-2128-8748 Email | marketing@hanbit.co.kr URL | http://www.hanbit.co.kr 3. Marketing Information Issued Copies / Bestselling Ranking | 5,000 copies Subject | Fairy Tale for Children Target Readership | Ages 7-10 Media Review and Advertisement | Learning computational thinking by reading stories 4. About the Author [Author - Kyungsun Yoo]M.A. in computer science education [Illustrator - Misun Kim]Illustrated several books including Ding Dong Ding Dong, Colorful Colors, and Lullabies for Babies. 5. About th...

VOL.10 / 2018.06

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Interview with author Jung-hyuk Kim

Interview with author Jung-hyuk Kim All-round novelist with sense of humor and smarts 2018.01 It is not an easy feat melding sharp and piercing insight and bright humor into one piece of literature. Novelist Jung-hyuk Kim, the interviewee of this month's issue, debuted in 2000 with Penguin News and since, he has been publishing novels and essay collections to consistently show his work. He also does work related to cinema while giving lectures and working as a podcast DJ. In South Korea, Kim has a wide group of fans thanks to his witty dialog and he is known for being an all-round novelist with knowledge in a variety of areas. The 'star writer' is only bound for more success and this month, we spoke to him regarding exports of his work. KPIPA We are delighted to feature you in our webzine. Can you introduce yourself to industry officials outside South Korea? Kim I am Jung-hyuk Kim, someone who writes novels. I don't like giving long introduc...

VOL.8 / 2018.01

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Hwang Sun-mi, Author of The Hen Who Dreamed She Could Fly

Hwang Sun-mi, Author of The Hen Who Dreamed She Could Fly Books that connect readers and writers, and the universal values within them 2019.12.09 Author Hwang Sun-mi's stories of life that are narrated in many different ways have been welcomed by readers around the world, going beyond generational and cultural divides. Her most famous work, The Hen Who Dreamed She Could Fly (Sakyejul), which received much love from South Korean readers, has been translated and published in numerous countries globally, and recently, her Miracle on Cherry Hill (Sakyejul) was released in the United Kingdom. In the following interview, the author hoped she would be able to communicate with even more people through her books that warmly tell stories about universal values that all humans have, like love, happiness, dreams and hope. The work you debuted with, Flowers You Plant in Hearts (Sigongsa) was newly re-published this year. You've written ...

VOL.18 / 2019.12

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

Yuksabipyoungsa

Yuksabipyoungsa Engraving the meaning of historical record upon the mind 2020.09.07 Yuksabipyoungsa is an unrivaled publisher specialized in history in Korea. Established in 1987 with a “bookazine” Critical Review of History, it has been devoted to publishing content on Korean history for more than 30 years. From the glorious days to heart-numbing moments, the publisher has been producing rough but calmly written history works. Following is the interview with Yuksabipyoungsa, who honestly talks about our yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Logo of Yuksabipyoungsa Please introduce us about Yuksabipyoungsa. “Yuksabipyoungsa pursues building a live history in harmony with the changing society.”History is the result of the accumulated life of diverse human beings. Making today better than the past and opening an even better future begins from looking back to our history. Studying history is not just aboutlooking back though; it is to take a cri...

VOL.26 / 2020.09

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Bearbooks Inc.

Bearbooks Inc. Finding fun in books connecting today and tomorrow 2020.08.03 Children have their first encounter with the world through books. They have a bath together with the fairy, prepare for the new year with family, and go on an adventure inside a refrigerator inside books. This is one of the reasons why publisher Bearbooks Inc. has fallen deep into books for children. Making children happy through stories and diversifying the world they will live in are its goal. Let’s hear what Woo Ji-Young, the chief editor of Bearbooks has to say. Logo of Bearbooks Inc. The name is quite unique. What does “Bearbooks” mean? The way the bear is sitting looks similar to how an editor is sitting stooped at the desk. How it looks from the front crouched is just like our children. The name “Bearbooks” came from the idea of hoping the stories of our simple-heartedly made books would be received well by children. The motto of Bearbooks is “Connecti...

VOL.25 / 2020.08

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"NexusBOOKS"

"NexusBOOKS" Books for the next generation, Next To UsSouth Korean publisher Nexus' travel book brand 2017.12.01 People fantasize about travel all the time. Placing those fantasies into one book can help create a guide for some, while for others; it can be equal to leaving a mark to remind them of where they had gone. Nexus' travel-specific brand NexusBOOKS is becoming a milestone, a landmark for those people. The strength of NexusBOOKS, which has set out to create books for the next generation, stems from this. The publisher moves quickly to match changing trends in travel, and not only do their writers convey information accurately, they also deliver all the emotions a trip elsewhere can prompt -- all in their travel books. The following is a Q&A with Geun-hee Kwon of NexusBOOKS, which strives to show what it means to be a true creator of travel books. KPIPA Please introduce Nexus for our readers abroad. Kwon H...

VOL.7 / 2017.12

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"SangSang Publications"

"SangSang Publications" Wonderful dreams making life more fragrant 2017.12.01 SangSang is a publisher in South Korea that resembles a friend on a journey. Whether you're planning a busy trip to a far place, or a short journey to a close by destination, SangSang provides books that can accompany all kinds of travelers that are fun and chock full of information. The company is now nine years old and one of South Korea's travel-specific publishers. Their books provide information on traveling both inside South Korea and abroad and offer a plethora of themes everyone who is itching to travel can enjoy. The publisher has broadened its boundaries to include books on cooking and essays.SangSang, means 'to imagine' in Korean and the word goes well with travel. We are always seeking to travel to new, exotic locations and even dreaming about these destinations is sometimes enough to get us through the day. The publisher's mantra goes, "Wonderful dreams always make life more fragran...

VOL.7 / 2017.12

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