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Publishing Industry Book Pricing Strategies in Korea 2023.07.03 Average list price of books sold in 2022 was 17,869 Korean won In Korea, books are usually sold at a fixed price. It’s because the “fixed book price policy” is implemented as the book price policy in accordance with the Publishing Industry Promotion Act. According to the Korean Publishers Association’s statistics, the average fixed price of books in Korea in 2022 was 17,869 won, 4.4% up from the previous year (17,116 won). This isn’t a sharp increase considering the international pulp prices and domestic labor costs that have been driving prices up in recent years because publishers sell books at a “competitive price” as they fiercely compete with multiple titles in the market.In the Korean publishing market, the hardback, paper...

VOL.60 / 2023.07

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Translation and Publication Support Projects in Korea

Publishing Policy Translation and Publication Support Projects in Korea 2023.07.03 Good news for international publishers planning to translate and publish Korean books! - Translation and Publication Support Projects in Korea Various institutions in Korea have been running translation and publication projects to support international publishers planning to publish Korean books with an aim to promote Korean books to overseas markets. Literature Translation Institute of Korea (LTI) - 〈Translation and Publication Grants for Overseas Publishers〉 LTI provide grants for translation and publication of Korean books to extend the global reach of Korean literature. ? Eligible Applicants: Overseas publishers that have acquired the rights to Korean literary, humanities, ...

VOL.60 / 2023.07

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Titles Selected for the Overseas Publication Grants 2025

Info Titles Selected for the Overseas Publication Grants 2025 2025.08.04 The Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA) provides publication grants to promote the export of Korean publications. The grants provide partial financial assistance to foreign publishing companies that have published or intend to publish Korean content in accordance with copyright agreements. This year’s grants were conducted only for non-literary books. And they selected a total of 31 titles from 21 publishing companies across six countries, and they are as follows: 爆爆超人的驚奇科學探險1 English title | Supppperman hidden science 1Author | SuppppermanApplicant | Azoth Books Co., LtdCountry/Published language | Taiwan/Complex Chinese Oh My God 科學偵探1: 戴面具的核能怪人 English title | Oh My God Victor the Monster and Nuclear EnergyAuthor | Kwon Yong chanApplicant | Azoth Books Co., Ltd...

VOL.85 / 2025.08

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The Onset of the Rainy Season, Marking the Arrival of Summer

Best Sellers The Onset of the Rainy Season, Marking the Arrival of Summer Best seller Trends in the Three Biggest Online Bookstoresin Korea for the 2nd week of June, 2025 2025.07.07 June in Korea is the beginning of summer, with the heat and rainy season just around the corner. After a hot May filled with issues surrounding the presidential election, the days have returned to their familiar routine, like an old book. The books that made it onto the best seller list in the second week of June stand out with their sharpness that pierces through that familiarity. This is especially the case with Sung Hye-Na’s Honmono. The author’s new collection of short stories, with its intense and chilling narrative, has been widely loved since its publication. Meanwhile, Kim Keum-Hee’s My First Summer, Wanju, introduced in the previous issue’s “New Books” section, comforts readers with its contrasting warmth and affability. Also drawing attention is K...

VOL.84 / 2025.07

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#Space

#K-Book #Space KPIPA Introduces K-Books for Global Publishing Markets through K-Book Platform 2025.07.07 Rocket Kid 1. Publication Details Title | Rocket KidAuthor | Kim MinwooPublisher | YellowpigPublication Date | 2023-01-16ISBN | 9791159950391No. of pages | 60Dimensions | 240*240 2. Book Intro Have you ever imagined traveling to space on a spaceship, watching a rocket soar high into the sky? Rocket Kid offers a unique and thrilling experience for children who dream of space exploration.The story revolves around a main character whose dream is to become a space captain. Every day, she envisions herself going into space on a rocket. But no one takes her enthusiasm seriously. The other kids in her class have no interest in rockets. So the space captain recruits friends who are a bit special to become members of the Space Rocket Lab. Together, they wor...

VOL.84 / 2025.07

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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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Paju Bookcity

Publishing Policy Paju Bookcity We Introduce to You the One-and-only Book City in Korea 2023.04.03 We Introduce to You the One-and-only Book City in Korea: Paju BookcityPaju Bookcity is a national, cultural and industrial complex organized in Munbal-dong, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do, which has been supporting various cultural projects centering on books.Paju Bookcity hosts a variety of cultural events throughout the year and operates Asia Publication Culture & Information Center and the Forest of Wisdom, a cultural complex. Paju Bookcity’s Cultural Events Paju Bookcity Festival for Children - A “book playground” for children- Meet & Greet authors, book DIY, children’s book readings, etc. Paju Booksori - Largest book festival in Korea- Various programs including humanities, art, exhibitions, a...

VOL.57 / 2023.04

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How are Regional Publishers in Korea Thriving?

Publishing Industry How are Regional Publishers in Korea Thriving? Cooperation of local publishers seen through the Somewhere, Someone series 2023.03.13 I’m living in a village by the ocean in Goseong County, Gangwon-do Province. The first thing I do in the morning is take a walk on the shore in front of the village with my dog. Once I reach the shore, I take off the leash for him to move around freely, and check orders from bookstores on a number of applications. Sometimes, I sit in a corner, enter the logistics website, and start my morning work. Spending 3-4 minutes typing in the number of books and the name of the warehouse for the day is the most important task. Then, I put my dog back on the leash again, and head home.This was a dream 10 years back. Back then, the facsimile in one corner of the publishi...

VOL.56 / 2023.03

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The 2025 K-Book Market in Taipei: Visiting Korean Book Fair is coming up!

Info The 2025 K-Book Market in Taipei:Visiting Korean Book Fair is coming up! The Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA) andK-books are coming to Taiwan 2025.07.07 KPIPA has been supporting the global advancement of Korean publishing content in various ways, such as: translation support for contents, participation in international book fairs, and establishment of an international publishing network.This July 2025, the K-Book Market in Taipei, hosted by KPIPA, is set to be held in Taipei, Taiwan. Period: July 9 (Wed.) - July 10 (Thu.), 2025Venue: Courtyard By Marriott Taipei Taiwan is one of the key markets for K-book exports! Taiwanese readers’ interest in Korean books continues to grow, and Taiwan is a country with a high level of cultural affinity.At this year’s K-Book Market in Taipei, we look forward to accelerating t...

VOL.84 / 2025.07

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Asian Publishers Week 2025

Info Asian Publishers Week 2025 2025.07.07 Warm greetings from the Korea Publishers Society (KOPUS)! We are pleased to invite you to the Asian Publishers Week 2025, which will take place from November 4 to 7, 2025, in Seoul, Korea.Under the theme “New Horizons in Asian Literature,” this four-day event will bring together leading publishing professionals from across Asia to explore emerging trends, share insights, and foster meaningful collaboration in the Asian publishing industry.The program will feature a roundtable discussion, an open forum, publishing house visits, and one-on-one business meetings?offering a rich platform for exchanging ideas, showcasing literary works, and building lasting partnerships. KOPUS will provide the following support for selected participants: ? Round-trip economy-class airfare ? Hotel accommodation (Single occupancy) ?&n...

VOL.84 / 2025.07

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