VOL.78/2025.01

#K-Book

 

#Preference & Hobby

KPIPA Introduces K-Books for Global Publishing Markets through K-Book Platform

2021.09.06

 

Classic Music of the Day

1. Publication Details

 

Title | Classic Music of the Day
Subtitle | Music alone doesn’t comfort you
Author | Cho Hyunyoung
Publisher | HYEONAMSA PUBLISHING Co., Ltd.
Publication Date | 2020-10-15
ISBN | 9788932320861
No. of pages | 344
Dimensions | 128 * 188

 

2. Copyright Contact

 

Name | Cho Eun Mi
Email | bscrap@hyeonamsa.com
Phone | +82-2-323-5051

 

3. Book Intro

 

The daily joy of classical music.
On the commute home, or on a sunny weekend afternoon, or on a quiet autumn night stroll... If you feel like listening to different music from your usual playlist, this book is perfect for you. It recommends Edvard Grieg’s “Morning Mood” to set the mood on your way to work, Friedrich Gulda’s “Concerto for Cello” for afternoon cocktail hours, Igor Stravinsky’s “The Rite of Spring” to console a dreary and troubled soul, and Beethoven’s “Piano Sonata No. 8” to help you unwind and shake off all your stress. The book tells intimate tales behind each piece, with rich musical background knowledge, and with such vivid encounters with the artists from hundreds of years ago, you will feel much more comfortable and captivated by the otherwise far-removed genre that is classical music.
As the foundation of all music, classical music has been loved throughout the generations. But do we need to be knowledgeable to enjoy the genre? Even within classical music, many pieces of which seem somewhat difficult or similar, each piece has different facets.
The author is a pianist and founder of art lecture company Art & Soul. With over ten years’ experience as a lecturer and ambassador of classical music, she is here to break down classical music to those who want to “enjoy” the music rather than “learn.” Once a hard and solemn genre, it will feel more accessible—like one of your daily background jams—as the author dismantles the barriers to and the preconception of classical music as challenging or boring music.
This book is for beginners who wish to try out classical music but do not know where to begin. It serves as a friendly guidebook to coordinate the best piece for your daily mood and make classical music more accessible.

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MASTER PAPER FOLDING

1. Publication Details

 

Title | MASTER PAPER FOLDING
Subtitle | THE BEST PAPER FOLDING SERIES 02
Author | Jeong Gyuil
Publisher | JONG IE NARA
Publication Date | 2020-10-20
ISBN | 9788976228109
No. of pages | 152
Dimensions | 203 * 254

 

2. Copyright Contact

 

Name | JONG IE NARA
Email | jongie@jongienara.co.kr
Phone | +82-2-2264-7667

 

3. Book Intro

 

Master Paper Folding, a collection of award-winning entries in the Global Creative Jongie Jupgi (Paper Folding) Contest, is the first book of its kind published in Korea. Jointly organized by the Paper Culture Foundation and the World Jongi Jupgi Organization with Jong Ie Nara Paper Art Museum, the contest has been held since 2012 to enhance the culture of paperfolding in Korea as well as overseas. Since 2016, the grand prize has been awarded on behalf of the Korean Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, and in 2020, the Award of Cultural Heritage Administration was newly added.
The International Creative Paperfolding Contest for Exhibition has a long history: Roh Young-hae, the chair of the board of the Paper Culture Foundation, has led the movement of Korean paper folding culture since 1987 in order to revive and recreate it. In 1989, the 1st Paper Folding Contest took place, and in October of the same year, the 1st Exhibition of Paper Folding Works was held. In December of the same year, the 1st Paper Folding Exhibition Contest took place, and through such exhibitions, Korean paper folding culture has been established and revitalized as a wholesome pursuit and educational activity. With this historical background, the International Creative Paperfolding Exhibition Contest has now become an opportunity for Korean as well as overseas lovers of paper folding to present their works.

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My First Kickboxing

1. Publication Details

 

Title | My First Kickboxing
Subtitle | I want to be tough
Author | Hwang Boreum
Publisher | tiramisu the book
Publication Date | 2020-04-02
ISBN | 9791160577662
No. of pages | 236
Dimensions | 124 * 188

 

2. Copyright Contact

 

Name | Jung Jihyun
Email | jhjeong@epublic.co.kr
Phone | +82-2-2653-5131 (Ext 322)

 

3. Book Intro

 

Here is a woman who has joined the ranks of “cool women who exercise.” It’s a well-known fact that you need to exercise and develop your physical strength in order to have a healthy life. Unexpectedly, the author goes for kickboxing. Why kickboxing over Pilates or yoga?
There are several reasons why she opted for kickboxing. First of all, she is very physically weak and felt that she had to do something to change that. Second, once she set her mind to it, she wanted to get the feeling of a really invigorating workout. The older you get, the weaker you become physically. However, the author hopes to be able to do more things, however little they may be. Knowing that she’d have to try something that was new and unfamiliar to her, she made up her mind to take on the daunting challenge of kickboxing for the first time in her life. At the same time, she hoped to learn skills with which to protect herself in the event of an emergency.
While this book is a record of the struggle that the author, who had been watching her physical strength deteriorate, goes through at the kickboxing gym, it’s also a diary detailing the physical and mental changes that she undergoes throughout one whole year. One year is enough time for someone to start something new and achieve dramatic change. Initially, the author struggles with even the most basic movements. Her arms shake uncontrollably, she keeps getting told off for her incorrect posture, and even occasionally fears for her life while exercising. She goes from being “below average” to “average” and even achieves what seemed impossible to her before. When you see her being praised by her coach, you’ll feel the urge to get ready to go out and exercise.

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Easy Guide to Making Macramé Yourself

1. Publication Details

 

Title | Easy Guide to Making Macramé Yourself
Author | Jo Yeongmi
Publisher | Wisdomhouse Mediagroup Inc.
Publication Date | 2018-08-29
ISBN | 9791162207192
No. of pages | 244
Dimensions | 207 * 270

 

2. Copyright Contact

 

Name | Kwon Julia
Email | ohappyday@wisdomhouse.co.kr
Phone | +82-31-936-4199

 

3. Book Intro

 

The book delivers the world’s most considerate macramé class that guides you through pages designed to help you easily make your own macramé.
It is an easy macramé guide that can help even those who are trying the western craft of macramé for the first time. It provides instructions from the eyes of a beginner and it features detailed instructions for plant hangers, wall hangings, dream catchers and mobiles. Large images, which remind one of a video, allow the reader to see every single thread, and each instruction is accompanied by detailed explanations and tips. Also, each page has a QR code that directs the reader to a video page to help him or her learn the instruction better. Through exercises for making various items, this book will help the reader to improve basic macramé skills up to the level of being able to build a full piece with one or two techniques only. Take your time to experience the fun of making simple, delicate macramé pieces and the joy of home styling through this book.

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Discovering Gardening

1. Publication Details

 

Title | Discovering Gardening
Subtitle | From Horticulture Basics to Gardening
Author | Oh Kyungah
Publisher | Kungree Press
Publication Date | 2013-11-15
ISBN | 9788958202615
No. of pages | 324
Dimensions | 185 * 245

 

2. Copyright Contact

 

Name | Byun Hyohyun
Email | kungree@kungree.com
Phone | +82-31-955-9818

 

3. Book Intro

 

People often ask, “Why do I keep killing my plants?” Horticultural know-how is much more than just liking plants. A plant will not grow healthily when you give it water and give it some attention. Horticulture is a scientific study. You will never find the answer until you scientifically understand the structures of plants and the ways in which plants live. For this reason, Oh Kyungah has compiled various practical horticultural tips in this book. The book summarizes the important aspects of horticulture that must be considered and understood, such as the history and meaning of gardening; why the names of plants are important; why understanding the native habitats of plants is fundamental; and soil, the basis of the gardening.
“This book systematically organizes the history and meaning of gardening, a fundamental understanding of plants, and techniques for gardening and garden management into 7 major themes and 22 minor themes in a way that’s easy to understand. It’s particularly thoughtful in that it includes illustrations of key points and more than 180 photos so that readers can approach gardening without any trouble. It’s a great book that adds a lot of meaning to gardening.” - Kim Yong-sik, a professor of the Department of Landscape Architecture of Yeungnam University and the president of Korean Association of Botanical Garden and Arboreta.
“Although many books on horticulture and landscaping are available on the market, the reality is that they’re difficult and not accessible to laymen. This book is an easy, practical gardening guide for ordinary beginners who are interested in gardening. I applaud [Oh Kyungah] for publishing a practical and useful tutorial for readers interested in gardening.” - Lee Yeong-ja, the director of Garden of Morning Calm.

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Nail Art to Dress Up Your Hands 1

1. Publication Details

 

Title | Nail Art to Dress Up Your Hands 1
Subtitle | Beauty blogger Choi Yujin, ‘Yujin’s Self-Nail Art’
Author | Choi Yujin
Publisher | Eat&SleepWell
Publication Date | 2017-10-26
ISBN | 9791188053155
No. of pages | 228
Dimensions | 190 * 250

 

2. Copyright Contact

 

Name | Ryu Jihyun
Email | peppysappy@daum.net
Phone | +82-10-9084-1921

 

3. Book Intro

 

Nail art gives you a point of difference among people with similar fashion and make-up. Choi Yujin is a power blogger on beauty whose blog receives over 15,000 visitors every day. For this book, she has selected the most popular nail art designs recommended by ten million bloggers. She explains the basics for those who are new to nail art. She shows how to change nail art to change the mood in accordance with the four seasons or special occasions like New Year’s Day, Valentine’s Day and Christmas. There are special designs inspired by luxury brands and nail art featuring unique characters.
The book covers all levels of difficulty and makes nail art more accessible using QR codes for video clips. In addition, she answers some of the most frequently asked questions from those who visit her blog. Readers discover Choi’s secret nail art tips that have never been revealed before.

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My Sweet Urban Beekeeping

1. Publication Details

 

Title | My Sweet Urban Beekeeping
Subtitle | A lonely, busy, exhausted city dweller falls in love with bees
Author | Choi Woori
Publisher | Wood Pencil Books
Publication Date | 2020-06-05
ISBN | 9791187890164(03490)
No. of pages | 220
Dimensions | 140 * 210

 

2. Copyright Contact

 

Name | Lim Younhui
Email | woodpencilbooks@gmail.com
Phone | +82-70-4128-8187

 

3. Book Intro

 

“Beekeeping in Seoul? Are you sure?”
To most people, urban beekeeping is still an unfamiliar concept. They would see bees in parks or streets, but not many people know that there are beekeepers who care for bees and harvest their honey in cities. Some may assume that it’s possible only in the countryside or woods, but in fact, there are countless amateur beekeepers around the world who look after bees in cities. It’s a well-known fact that Michelle Obama engaged in beekeeping at the White House during the Obama administration.
Bees that fly around the city are excellent pollinators and honey producers. They also serve as a litmus paper that shows if a city is an adequate place to live in. Some may dismiss bees as scary or annoying, but without them, two thirds of the vegetables on supermarket shelves would be gone. As for people who are worried about the danger of bees, many cities are searching for ways to have humans and bees live together safely by drafting ordinances on urban beekeeping.
This book is a record of an environmental journalist who lived with bees in the middle of Seoul for two years, all of which happened unexpectedly while she was trying to do some simple research on urban beekeeping for a news article. It’s a story of bees, honey and flowers, and it offers an at-a-glimpse summary of the entire beekeeping process in each season, from getting beehives ready to harvesting honey. Practical information about beekeeping, scientific facts about bees’ ecology, and ecological aspects in relation to urban environmental issues are blended smoothly with the author’s experience and thoughts, allowing readers to look into the interesting reality of urban beekeeping. A glossary and a list of helpful books about beekeeping are attached at the end of the book as a guide for rookie beekeepers, and, to ensure the book contains only accurate information, it was proofread by Urban Bees Seoul, an urban beekeeper group that operates apiaries near Seoul.

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How I Meet Birds

1. Publication Details

 

Title | How I Meet Birds
Author | Bang Yunhee
Publisher | Nature & Ecology
Publication Date | 2019-04-15
ISBN | 9791164500000
No. of pages | 184
Dimensions | 163 * 225

 

2. Copyright Contact

 

Name | Noh Inhyang
Email | fromhyang@hanmail.net
Phone | +82-2-701-7345

 

3. Book Intro

 

Relax and watch the birds in your neighborhood!
The author tries to share her observations of birds with love and tranquility instead of overflowing passion, and with an affectionate gaze instead of rich knowledge.
The author, whose knowledge of birds was mostly limited to sparrows, pigeons, and magpies, began to notice for the first time the ducks in the stream around the city. She became curious about the name of the ducks, so she bought an encyclopedia. Then she started to take pictures and drew them, which led to her observing of other birds, thereby experiencing a whole other world.
After meeting this world she had not known before, the author often looked out the window. Even she started to enjoy going out to throw out the garbage or go shopping. Further, she even started to leave feed for birds to eat on the window sill, as she was concerned that birds might not have enough food during the cold winter.
When you think of someone observing a bird, an image comes to your mind. A man travels to a remote place and stays days and nights in a tent as camouflage with large telephoto lens and binoculars in hands. However, the author’s way of watching birds is a bit lukewarm and awkward. It’s more about walking around the village than bird watching. This book shows that nature observation doesn’t have to be grand or professional, and anyone can do it easily.
The author calls it “a book about lukewarm and clumsy love for birds.” However, when you read the book, you come to realize that observing nature and understanding the myriad creatures living around us come from that lukewarm and clumsy love. It opens our eyes and our heart and gives us the kind of happiness we have never known before.

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My Own Secret Home Café

1. Publication Details

 

Title | My Own Secret Home Café
Subtitle | Secret Tips for Beverages from a Popular Social Media-based Home Café
Author | yena
Publisher | RECIPE FACTORY
Publication Date | 2019-06-20
ISBN | 9791185473505
No. of pages | 228
Dimensions | 165 * 220

 

2. Copyright Contact

 

Name | Lee Somin
Email | somin@recipe-factory.co.kr
Phone | +82-1544-7051

 

3. Book Intro

 

Popular Instagrammer Yena introduces a “Beverage of the Day” at the same time every day. Thousands of followers wait for her posts and gather on her Instagram page. Her followers are located in all sorts of different places, but at the moment Yena’s home café opens, they gather as if they had special plans to enjoy her home café together.
Rather than simply providing recipes, this book helps readers tune up their senses and develop ideas for home cafés. Based on her own experiences, the author of this book delivers a diverse array of knowledge on recommendable unique ingredients, perfect ratios for taste, ways to express colors, tips on how to make ice, and other helpful info.

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Please Look After Succulents

1. Publication Details

 

Title | Please Look After Succulents
Subtitle | The Confession of a Black Thumb Plant Lover
Author | Sogno
Publisher | Woorinabi Publishing Company
Publication Date | 2019-12-18
ISBN | 9791186843482
No. of pages | 210
Dimensions | 148 * 210

 

2. Copyright Contact

 

Name | Rosa Han
Email | joerosa@naver.com
Phone | +82-70-7768-382

 

3. Book Intro

 

One day the writer becomes smitten by succulents, but the pretty and cute succulents that she buys and brings home die one by one. The writer admits she has a black thumb, but her passion to grow succulents will not die. The first time is always difficult and it takes getting used to. The writer does not give up, and she takes readers to the wondrous world of plants and succulents by learning about each one. Please Look After Succulents is a graphic novel based on the real experiences of the writer as she tries to become a plantswoman growing succulents. In the book, she introduces different types of succulents, how to grow them, and even explanations for difficult botanical terms as well as gardening tips from her own trials and failures. There have been books about pet animals, but this is the first graphic novel about pet plants, especially succulents. They are more than pet plants to the writer, as she considers them a part of her life, and in the book, she shares with readers her philosophy and outlook on life as she struggles to keep her plants alive. Plants including succulents are everywhere, but growing them requires interest, care, and dedication, and after reading this book, readers will never see succulents the same way again, and they might be willing to dive into the diverse and fascinating world of succulents by growing one themselves.

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