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Seoul's Tongin-dong The power of messages that transcend time, in remembrance of poets Yi Sang & Yun Dong-ju 2019.12.09 This issue's “Book Trip” begins at Sejong Village, just outside of Exit 2 of Gyeongbokgung Subway Station in Seoul. Sejong Village is where King Sejong's former residence was, and the region was given its name in 2010 out of respect for King Sejong's achievements. In the Joseon Dynasty, this area was where the ordinary people lived their lives in harmony while in contemporary Korea, artists and writers like Lee Jung-seob, Pak No-su, Yi Sang and Yun Dong-ju show off their talent. Currently, some 600 hanok (traditional Korean houses) call the place home while unique stores are nestled in all the alleyways in between.West of Gyeongbokgung Palace lies Hangeulro, a street given a special name to expand awareness on King Sejong's achievements and the excellence of Hangeul, the Korean language. Walking down this path will lead visito...

VOL.18 / 2019.12

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South Korean Books at International Book Fairs in 2019

South Korean Books at International Book Fairs in 2019 2019.11.04 This September in the city of Gothenburg, the second biggest city in Sweden, the words 'book' and 'Korea' caught the attention of many passersby from the airport to the central parts of the city like big shopping malls. This was because South Korea was the guest of honor at the Gothenburg Book Fair from Sept. 26 to 29. Operating Korean Pavilions at overseas international book fairs is becoming an increasingly important way to spread the word on South Korea's books, publishing industry, authors and even culture and also to create a foundation for exchanges. As such, the interest and participation rates of South Korean publishing industry professionals are growing each year.The Korean Publishers Association (KPA) opened several Korean Pavilions at book fairs this year, starting with the Taipei International Book Exhibition in February before going onto the Bologna Children's Book Fair in March. In August ...

VOL.17 / 2019.11

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN AUTHORS]

Writer Baek Se-Hee

Writer Baek Se-Hee Focus on Your Own Emotions 2020.08.03 Depression and anxiety are not easily tolerated emotions in our society. Maybe that is why depressed and anxious people have to ceaselessly doubt themselves about their feelings and care what others would think about them. It somehow seems I Want to Die but I Also Want to Eat Tteokppokki written by writer Baek Se-Hee is sending encouragement to all those people, whispering “I am just like you.” Writer Baek Se-Hee Hello. Please introduce yourself to the subscribers of K-Book Trends. Hello, everyone. I am Baek Se-Hee. I am just an ordinary person who has been working at a publisher for 5 years, and love tteokpokki, books, writing, and Zoodasa, a streamer on Twitch TV. I published my first essay I Want to Die but I Also Want to Eat Tteokppokki (Heun) in June 2018, followed by I Want to Die but I Also Want to Eat Tteokppokki 2 (Heun), Love and Freedom (coauthor, Munhakdongne), and Body Language (...

VOL.25 / 2020.08

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

Maumsanchaek

Maumsanchaek Hopes to be remembered as a publisher with who you can talk through books 2020.07.13 There is a publisher who looks into the minds of readers and takes a walk together inside them. It is Maumsanchaek, who has been strolling inside readers’ minds for the past 20 years. Maumsanchaek is a publisher that produces books that readers can easily read anywhere they like and discovers the literary works of female writers who have been facing limitations due to the glass ceiling. Let’s take a look into the interview with publisher Maumsanchaek who wishes to respect not only the values of writers but also those of readers, hoping to prosper together. Logo of Maumsanchaek Could you please introduce us to Maumsanchaek? Maumsanchaek is a publisher specialized in literature, art, and liberal arts books. While pursuing to produce literary books with an eye-catching concept, art books where letters and images make a perfect harmony, and liberal arts bo...

VOL.24 / 2020.07

[EVENT / LET'S TRY]

Antique Porcelains, More Beautiful Than Pictures

Let’s Try Antique Porcelains, More Beautiful Than Pictures 2024.05.07 [Event] Let’s Try introduces various useful, practical 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! The Story of My Antique Porcelain- Written by Kim Ji-Youn, published by Monsbooks Antique porcelains capture the hearts of enthusiasts around the world!Immerse yourself in the beauty and history of these treasures. Have you ever encountered a piece of porcelain that caught your eye in an antique shop while walking down a quiet alley? It’s so satisfying to walk home with an old piece of porcelain that suits your taste, and as you take in its beautiful shape, you can’t help but wonder about its history. And that’s e...

VOL.70 / 2024.05

[EVENT / I READ]

My Favorite Book, Whale by Cheon Myeong-Kwan

I Read My Favorite Book, Whale by Cheon Myeong-Kwan 2024.05.07 This article is a review written by an Indian reader ofK-Book Trends after reading a Korean book.If you want to share your wonderful experience of reading Korean bookswith other overseas readers, please send us an email!kbooktrends@gmail.com “Reading maketh a full man,” said Sir Francis Bacon years ago. The saying still holds true. Reading for leisure and pleasure is a good habit. It instructs us in our youth and comforts us in our old age. Sometimes, reading brings about a revolutionary change in a person’s outlook. Particularly in these days of mechanical existence, when people have hardly any time to attend meetings, the best source of acquiring religious and general knowledge is books that can be easily browsed wherever a person finds time to spare. For a long time, I, too, have developed this habit of reading books. I like reading books of different ge...

VOL.70 / 2024.05

[INFORMATION / BOOK SUMMARY]

Export Prospects of Korean Books

Export Prospects of Korean Books KPIPA’s Choice for Supporting Abstract · Sample Translation 2020.03.02 Priest 1. Publication Details Imprint | Daewon C.I. Inc.Title | Priest Author| Hyeong Min-wuGenre | Special Genre LiteratureFormat | 148×210Binding | PaperbackPages | 360pagesISBN | 9788925276991; 9788925277004; 9788952864871; 9788925279831; 9788925279848 2. Contact Name | Lee HanbyeolPhone | +82-2071-2160Email | hblee@dwci.co.krURL | http://www.dwci.co.kr 3. Marketing Information Keyword | Comic Book; Special Genre Literature: SF; Fantasy: ActionTarget Readership | Adult 4. About the Author Hyeong Min-wu made his debut as a comic writer with “Chronicle of Mr. Chi’s Post” in 1993 and since then, he has been in the forefront of introducing Korean comic books abroad with his distinctive style of storytelling and illustrati...

VOL.20 / 2020.03

[INTERVIEW / KOREAN PUBLISHERS]

Gloyeon

Gloyeon Welcome, Gloyeon’s garden is open for everyone 2020.06.01 There is a publisher specialized in picture books. It is Gloyeon, which dreams of opening the window to the world with literature. Making picture books targeting children and teenagers aged between 13 and 18, breaking free from the idea that picture books are reserved for kids, Gloyeon is also the winner of the BIB Golden Apple Award 2019 and Lotte Publishing Culture Awards. Now, let’s take a sneak peek into what Gloyeon has to say. Logo of Gloyeon Please introduce us to Gloyeon. Gloyeon is a publisher that specializes in publishing picture books. Its name means “literature opening the world.” Meanwhile, in terms of operation and management, it is a publisher run by one editor who takes care of all the works. Therefore, I get to do various things - many, by the way, but they also bring me a great sense of accomplishment. Also, as there is no red tape, I can plan and run e...

VOL.23 / 2020.06

[EVENT / LET'S TRY]

New Tarot Made With Korean Colors and Patterns!

Let’s Try New Tarot Made With Korean Colors and Patterns! 2024.04.01 [Event] Let’s Try introduces various useful, practical 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! Traditional Korean Tarot ? By BANA- Written by illustrator BANA, published by Book Recipe The beauty of Korean tradition meets tarot cards!Try looking deeper into your frustrated heart. Are you frustrated with the unpredictable future - whether it’s about your grades, relationships, or business? Do you sometimes sigh in frustration because you don’t know your own mind? If so, we have a book for you - Traditional Korean Tarot - By BANA. We are all familiar with tarot cards, which originated in Europe around the 14th ...

VOL.69 / 2024.04

[INFORMATION / BOOK SUMMARY]

Export Prospects of Korean Books

Export Prospects of Korean Books KPIPA’s Choice for Supporting Abstract · Sample Translation 2020.02.03 The Strange but Extraordinary Cat Detective Vol. 2 1. Publication Details Imprint | Gana Publishing Co., Ltd.Title | The Strange but Extraordinary Cat Detective Vol. 2Subtitle| Where did mom disappear to?Author | Ko HeejungIllustrator | matssssalGenre | Children’s bookFormat | 175×235Binding | Hard coverPages | 128pagesISBN | 9788957362495 2. Contact Name | Lee JungsoonPhone | +82-70-4398-2221Email | 94sooni@gmail.comURL | http://www.ganapub.com 3. Marketing Information Keyword | Cat detective; mystery story for kids; realistic fiction for kids; mom; family; great detectiveTarget Readership | Ages 9?12 4. About the Author and Illustrator Author - Ko HeejungWith deep interest in things happening around the world, Author Ko Heejung enjoys writing stories which are mo...

VOL.19 / 2020.02

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