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K-Food

K-Food Having fun reading, cooking, and eating!   2020.09.07     Korea’s food and culture have been continuously developing and evolving over a long history. And as Korea’s culture is now widespread across the world, its food and culture have joined the Korean Wave, captivating the global community. Besides, foreigners are enjoying the so-called “K-Food,” and Korea’s “cooking shows” or “mukbang (videos of people eating food)” have become a trending type of content that overseas audiences search for.Korea’s food-related content clearly shows what is currently trending in the Korean culture, which attracts the eyes of the overseas audience. Even though fewer people are looking up books to find out about K-Food content due to the development of video platforms like Youtube, books and recipes of Korean food, sometimes written by Korean celebrities, are published in the market. The following section introduces books on K-Food.   Korea’s food and...
  • VOL.26 / 2020.09
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Second half of 2020 looks promising for Korean publishing industry

Second half of 2020 looks promising for Korean publishing industry Focus on Britain and America   2020.09.07   Jeong You-Jeong’s Seven Years of Darkness (EunHaengNaMu) was translated and published in the United Kingdom and the United States in May and June respectively. It had only been 2 years since her previous work The Good Son (EunHaengNaMu) was published in both regions in 2018. This new title is already receiving the spotlight from major media outlets. For example, Crimereads, Bustle, and AARP.org chose this book as the “Most Anticipated Book of Summer 2020,” while the Los Angeles Times commented, “You-Jeong Jeong is a certified international phenomenon … Genuinely surprising and ultimately satisfying … Seven Years of Darkness [bolsters] the case for Jeong as one among the best at writing psychological suspense.”   Korean covers of Seven Years of Darkness, The Good Son   ...
  • VOL.26 / 2020.09
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Book-Stay, a Romantic Night with Books

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
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Writer Song Mikyoung

Korean Authors   Writer Song Mikyoung   2021.10.05     Please introduce yourself to our readers.   Hello, I’m Song Mikyoung, a children’s book writer. I also work on illustrated books. and I have written play and a youth novel.   What was your childhood like?   I have dyslexia. But when I was young I didn’t know I had dyslexia. I felt like a child who was slow at studying, and since I was a kid, I really liked drawing. I was a child who drew all the time. I also loved books. That’s why I wanted to write. In fact, I never thought about becoming a writer. I think the people around me didn’t think about it either.   What books did you read often when you were young?   Instead of books with only text, I think I preferred ones with images. I grew up in my grandma’s house and there was a study room. If you look at art brochures, you can see the title of the year under the picture. It was really fun to look at those. And my se...
  • VOL.39 / 2021.10
[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

Kidari Publishing Co.

Korean Publishers   Kidari Publishing Co. Ever Captivating Picture Books that Fascinate Readers   2021.09.06   The best thing about picture books is that they can be appreciated by any age group, from kids to adults. Furthermore, they can be interpreted differently, not to mention give different impressions depending on the age of the readers, gender, and background. Kidari Publishing produces a variety of fun picture books that give pleasure across the generations from 0- to 80-year-olds through its brands “Kidari,” “MoraeR,” and “A Very Good Day.” Following is an interview with Kim Sang-Il, president of Kidari Publishing Co.. This publisher has been growing up with its readers since 2004 as a midsized publisher of picture books that presents fun books to children and gives adults a break and adds comfort to their demanding lives.     Please introduce Kidari Publishing Co.   Kidari Publishing Co. was founded in 2004. We published about 10 titles a ...
  • VOL.38 / 2021.09
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K-Beauty: Where Korean Culture Meets Cosmetics

Image of K-Book   K-Beauty: Where Korean Culture Meets Cosmetics   2025.09.04     Makeup is the face of “K-Beauty”     Throughout human history, people have pursued beauty in countless ways?from the sculpture and crafts of ancient civilizations, to the art and architecture of the Renaissance, to modern visual art, fashion, and now cosmetics. Today, makeup, hairstyling, and nail art have become an everyday part of our lives. The desire to enhance one’s appearance is growing ever stronger, whether as a way to express individuality, to feel personal satisfaction, or to gain social recognition. In this way, the pursuit of beauty also reflects cultural and social values.According to a reader survey conducted by K-Book Trends, the first thing most people associate with “K-Beauty” was “makeup.” Following K-Pop and K-Drama, K-Beauty has secured its place as ano...
  • VOL.86 / 2025.09
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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 / BEST SELLERS]

2nd Week, November 2020

2nd Week, November 2020 Bestseller Trends in the Four Biggest Online Bookstores in Korea   2020.12.07   In the ranks of bestsellers announced by four major online bookstores in Korea for the second week of November, books that are keeping their place since last year catch our eyes. For example, the top bestseller See What They Mean, Say What You Mean is a reality-based guide book for parents to have the right conversations with their kid written by doctor Oh Eun Young, a national mentor for child-raising. And the second to the top was Trend Korea 2021, which has selected upcoming trends for 2021 with a sub-title “What is the strategy against the pandemic crisis?” Ranked third was Dollargut Dream Department Store, a fantasy novel about stories in a dream department where only those asleep are allowed to enter. As such, it is notable that the top three bestsellers are from different fields.Meanwhile, some books are steady-sellers as well on the list. For example, The Prop...
  • VOL.29 / 2020.12
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#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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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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