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Ripples of Connection: The Cat Is the Answer

Export Case Ripples of Connection: The Cat Is the Answer 2026.09 Where the Connection Began Nabiclub returned to the 〈K-Book Copyright Market〉 this year. Overseas publishing markets diverge from domestic ones, and it is precisely within those differences that new possibilities emerge. This discovery is the fundamental reason we participate. What works differs from country to country, press to press, buyer to buyer. That is only natural, since the vitality of publishing comes from diversity. The primary purpose of attending is to identify and cultivate those points of intersection, whether through a market, a theme, a publishing house, or an individual editor. When Nabiclub first attended the Market in 2025 to establish its identity as a press specializing in Korean mystery fiction, we achieved a modest yet deeply meaningful milestone: securing a rights contract with Yilin, a ...

VOL.98 / 2026.09

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Programs Supporting Korean Books Abroad, with a Focus on Translation Support

Knowledge Programs Supporting Korean Books Abroad, with a Focus on Translation Support 2026.09 Connecting K-Books to the World Through Translation and Export Support Kim Soi, Assistant Manager, Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA) The Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA) supports the growth of the domestic publishing industry and helps build a reading ecosystem. Its mission is to build a publishing and reading ecosystem that grows together, and its vision is to be an institution that enriches people's lives through reading and leads the cultural industry through publishing. As K-culture spreads and overseas demand for Korean publishing content shows clear growth, the Agency has set “creating future growth engines for K-Books” as one of its four strategic goals, putting its resources and effort into securing global competitiveness...

VOL.98 / 2026.09

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The Frontline of K-Book Copyright Exports: Ten Years of the “Visiting Korean Book Fair”

Knowledge The Frontline of K-Book Copyright Exports:Ten Years of the “Visiting Korean Book Fair” 2025.11.03 The “Visiting Korean Book Fair (찾아가는 도서전)” is a project jointly hosted and organized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism (MCST) and the Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA) to reinforce the global competitiveness of Korean publishing content and promote the export of publications. Celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, the “Visiting Korean Book Fair” has participated in book fairs around the world, supporting copyright consultations and publication contracts for Korean literature, and serving as a stepping stone for the ongoing globalization of K-Literature. This article reflects on the past ten years of the “Visiting Korean Book Fair” - its activities and the significance it has built over the decade. The Year 2025: Accelerating the advancement of Korean books into North Ame...

VOL.88 / 2025.11

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Preview of the Jeonju International Picture Book Fair & 2025 K-Book Market in Seoul

Knowledge Preview of the Jeonju International Picture Book Fair& 2025 K-Book Market in Seoul 2025.05.07 From a picture book festival in Jeonju to a global copyright market in Seoul!The world’s eyes are on K-books! Here are two exciting events for picture book lovers and global publishers alike. The 4th Jeonju International Picture Book Fair Period: May 29-June 29, 2025 Venue: Factory of Contemporary Art in Palbok and Wansan Library in Jeonju Content: - Various exhibitions, conferences, and lectures, including original art exhibitions by Korean and international picture book authors - Exhibitions and sales of illustrations and picture books at art markets, book markets, and more - Experi...

VOL.82 / 2025.05

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Export Support Projects of KPIPA in the First Half of 2025

Knowledge Export Support Projects of KPIPA in the First Half of 2025 K-Books Go Global! 2025.03.10 To promote the excellence of K-publishing content and various cultural exchanges, the Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA) has been actively supporting Korean books’ advancement into the global market. The biggest international book fair in the English-speaking world: the London Book Fair (participant)Objective: Organize the “Korea Rights Centre” to support Korean books’ advancement into the English-speaking markets, as well as copyright export consultations and promotionDate: March 11 (Tue.) ? March 13 (Thu.), 2025Venue: Olympia London, UK See you in Bologna in spring: the Bologna Children’s Book Fair (participant)Objective: Support Korean picture books to reach global children and organize an “Author...

VOL.80 / 2025.03

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Korean Publishing Market’s Trends in 2024 and Outlook for 2025

Knowledge Korean Publishing Market’s Trends in 2024 and Outlook for 2025 2024.12.02 Trends in 2024: Questioning life, fandoms, and Nobel Prize in Literature Philosophy and psychology books have dominated the Korean publishing market, with Reading Schopenhauer at Forty (Uknowbooks) topping the overall bestseller list through August. Also, 11 of the 30 bestselling fiction titles in the first half of the year were “rebound” titles, meaning they were published more than 10 years ago. In addition, the nonfiction category returned to growth after 4 years of decline, and the cases of books becoming bestsellers after being recommended by celebrities increased.Reading Schopenhauer at Forty has continued to grow in popularity this year after being featured on a TV entertainment series last year. The autho...

VOL.77 / 2024.12

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The Influence and Application of AI Translators on the Publishing Industry and the Import and Export of Copyrights

Topic The Influence and Application of AI Translators onthe Publishing Industry and the Import and Export of Copyrights 2024.04.01 AI technology is advancing rapidly and transforming the way we work. These technological developments are affecting many areas of our lives, and the publishing industry is no exception. The use of Neural Machine Translation (NMT), such as Google Translate, which emerged in 2017, as well as Naver’s Papago, DeepL, and Microsoft Translator, is growing dramatically, and the publishing industry is joining this technological trend. Its use is expanding from simple business emails to book introductions, copyright marketing materials, subtitles for book trailers, speech-to-text technology, and more. This means that a fundamental shift in working tools and business structures is taking place. This article examines the influence of AI on the publishing industry from an edito...

VOL.69 / 2024.04

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A Call for an Evolutionary Level of Imagination: Replacement of Dominant Species

Publishing Industry A Call for an Evolutionary Level of Imagination:Replacement of Dominant Species Current status of author management in Korea 2024.02.19 Korea’s Greenbook Agency (CEO Toni Shi-Hyoung Kim) was one of the earliest adopters of the concept of author management. It was originally founded in 2006 as an agency specializing in the international trade of publishing rights. All of its executives, including CEO Kim, are former publishing professionals or translators, and the company has completed more than 1,000 copyright deals. In 2017, the company launched its author management business by signing an exclusive contract with Kim Bo-Young, a major Korean SF writer. Since then, it has signed award-winning fiction and non-fiction writers such as Bora Chung, Djuna, Park Seo-Ryun, Kim Hyun-Jin, Shim Wan-Sun, and Kim Joo...

VOL.67 / 2024.02

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2026 K-Book Market In Seoul

Info 2026 K-Book Market In Seoul 2026.06 A 3-day market to connect Korean publishing rights and IP with invited global buyers. Expect tailored 1:1 rights meetings, IP showcase & pitching (online + on-site), and K-Book Exhibition.You’ll also find export consulting (by region/genre), a publishing trends seminar, a networking reception, and Seoul International Book Fair access for overseas participants. DATE: 2026.6.22(Mon)–24(Wed) | PLACE: Lotte Hotel World, Seoul | Host: Publication lndustry Promotion Agency of Korea(KPIPA) We hope you’ll show your continued interest and support for the 2026 K-Book Copyright Market! ...

VOL.95 / 2026.06

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2023 K-Book Copyright Market & Seoul International Book Fair

Publishing Policy 2023 K-Book Copyright Market & Seoul International Book Fair 2023.05.02 June is a perfect season to read books! We introduce you to places where various Korean books gather!In June 2023, the K-Book Copyright Market and the Seoul International Book Fair (SIBF) will be held, where you can meet various Korean publishing content! The K-Book Copyright Market hosted by the Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA), is a B2B consultation event that paves the way for the global exchange of publications and promotes Korean publishing content on the global market.We invite international publishing houses and agencies to Korea, and hold various events such as 1:1 business matchmaking, exchange programs, and consulting programs! Overview of the 2023 K-Book Copyright MarketPe...

VOL.58 / 2023.05

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