According to Korean Literature Now, Sohn Won Pyung’s “Almond” is Sohn’s debut novel that won the Changbi Prize for Young Adult Fiction in 2016. The book has sold over 300,000 copies in South Korea and has been translated to many other languages as well. Sohn’s remarkable book captivates the audience’s hearts with a heartwarming yet bittersweet story. The book has been top 10 for many months because of its realistic yet traumatic story. The story is about a boy who lost his whole family in a car accident, and is unable to feel love or emotions because of this traumatic experience. When he is reunited with his family, he faces struggles but learns to slowly adapt to his new lifestyle. Many young readers feel relatable to the character in the book, and the book teaches young adults how to love and feel happy even when they face traumatic experiences.