These books, which have been imaginative and compelling enough to spark the creative visions of filmmakers, carry many of the same themes which underpin the contemporary Korean films that have buzzing.
Category: Fiction
Korean YA fiction is rich with diverse topics, saturated with unique characters, and brimming with tons of must-read favorites that are becoming more popular by the moment.
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Four Books by Korean Adoptees
If you’re interested in reading literature by Korean adoptee authors who possess imaginative force and insight, here are four books in which Korean adoptee storytellers share with us their powerful creative visions.
For years, Korean authors have been creating masterpieces, but only recently have they become major players on the world’s stage.
If you haven’t read the long list of Korean books that came out in 2020, we highly advise you to start there for your 2021 reading rampage.
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What is a Serial Novel?
Between juggling professional pursuits, personal goals, and spending time with family and friends, time has become a precious commodity. What does that mean in practical terms?
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Korean Literature on Feminism
The topic of gender roles and inequality—both historical and current—remains largely untouched in Korea.
With authors who explicitly speak through a narrative that embodies their nationality, Korean novels, poems, and even children’s books present new and inviting literary treasures that are worth exploring.