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2023 Publishing Statistics & 2024 Publishing Market Outlook

Publishing Industry 2023 Trends in the Korean Publishing Market and 2024 Forecast 2024.01.02 2023 Trends: Growth in self-help, comics, and parenting books As the COVID-19 pandemic turned endemic in the spring of 2023, travel books saw a resurgence in popularity. The popularity of anime such as Slam Dunk has led to increased sales of manga, and popular YouTubers have joined the publishing market using manga characters. In addition, books by popular writers for grown-up readers, such as physicist Kim Sang-Wook, have been transformed into children’s educational comics. * K-Book Trends Vol. 42 ? Go to the interview of writer Kim Sang-Wook In addition, despite recording the world’s lowest birth rate, the popularity of books on raising children in Korea has increased. While the market for marriage,...

VOL.66 / 2024.01

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Today and Tomorrow of the Korean Standard Publishing Distribution Data Hub System

Publishing Industry Today and Tomorrow of the Korean Standard Publishing Distribution Data Hub System 2023.09.04 Current status of the Korean Standard Publishing Distribution Data Hub System (KOPDS) When Song-In Books, a large South Korean book wholesaler, went bankrupt in 2017, many publishers were left in a state of chaos. Publishers suffered a lot of losses because they were unable to keep track of which books were in which bookstores, and how many copies were in stock and sold. This prompted the creation of the Korean Standard Publishing Distribution Data Hub System (KOPDS), which was built in accordance with the Fourth Five-Year Plan for the Promotion of Publishing Culture, reflecting the need to build an advanced distribution system for the publishing industry. The system was launched in Sept...

VOL.62 / 2023.09

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Book Pricing Strategies in Korea

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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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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KPIPA Organizes “Korea Rights Centre” at the 2025 Frankfurt Book Fair

Info For the reignition of enthusiasm for K-Books, KPIPA Organizes“Korea Rights Centre” at the 2025 Frankfurt Book Fair 2025.10.02 The world’s largest book fair, the Frankfurt Book Fair, is opening its doors. - Frankfurt Book Fair offers a global stage for promoting the export of Korean publishing content and strengthening the capacity of Korean publishers. To carry forward the growing global enthusiasm for K-Books, we are heading to Frankfurt, Germany. Through the promotion of Korean publishing culture and industry, we aim to elevate Korea’s presence and build strong global publishing business networks. ? Period: October 15 (Wed.) - 19 (Sun.), 2025 ? Venue: Messe Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Germany At this year’s fair, 15 Korean publishing companies, 41 consignment publishers, and 101 Korean titles will meet with international publishing part...

VOL.87 / 2025.10

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2025 Korea Picture Book Award

Info 2025 Korea Picture Book Award Announcement of the Winners and the Awards Ceremony 2025.10.02 The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism and the Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA) have organized the 2025 Korea Picture Book Awards for Korean picture books to continue flourishing on the world stage. Following are the winners of the 2025 Korea Picture Book Awards and information about the awards ceremony. Winners Grand Prize ? Fiction: A DOT, A LINE, AND A BIRD (written and illustrated by Zo-O, published by Changbi Publishers) ? Non-fiction: What Wonderful Beetles (written and illustrated by Kim Yoo-Dae, published by Iyagikot publishing) Special Prize ? The Boy Who is Crazy About Flower (written and illustrated by Kim Dong-Sung, published by Borim Press) ...

VOL.87 / 2025.10

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2025 Visiting Korean Book Fair in New York

Info 2025 Visiting Korean Book Fair in New York K-Books Go Global 2025.09.04 Korean publishing goes worldwide! Another Bold Leap Forward. The Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea (KPIPA) supports copyright and IP exports of K-Books at overseas B2B book fairs, discovering new markets and boosting global competitiveness. This time, it will be held in New York, the heart of publishing in the world! The Visiting Korean Book Fair is coming to New York to present the unique appeal of Korean books. Period: Sept. 4 (Thu.) - 5 (Fri.), 2025Venue: NYC Seminar & Conference Center Fifteen Korean publishers will participate in the fair, meeting with around 50 U.S. companies, including publishers, agencies, and IP firms, and showcasing more than 100 Korean books. Major programs① 1:1exportconsultations: Personalized meetings...

VOL.86 / 2025.09

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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 chanAppli...

VOL.85 / 2025.08

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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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