

Post-apocalyptic novel set near Seoul where no humans live
"No Human's Land" By Kim Jeong Changbi Publishers Heat wave warnings are a daily occurrence and the UN says Earth is now in an "era of global boiling." What will Seoul look like in 2050? In “No Human’s Land,” an unprecedented climate disaster strikes and the UN designates various places as uninhabit
Aug. 6, 2023 - 08:00:5721st century Faust 'Mundus,' inspired by disgraced scientist Hwang Woo-suk
"Mundus" By Kim Jong-young Galmuri Publisher The Hwang Woo-suk scandal in 2005 plunged the entire nation into shock and confusion. The promising scientist claimed an epic scientific breakthrough by successfully cloning human embryos. However, after a series of controversies, it became apparent that
Aug. 5, 2023 - 19:00:45Award-winning ‘Tank’ explores faith, belief through cinematic storytelling
"The Tank" By Kim Hee-jae Hankyoreh Publishing A debut novel by Kim Hee-jae, “Tank,” won the 28th Hankyoreh Literary Award with a gripping, speedy narrative, according to the Hankyoreh Publishing. At the core of the novel lies a unique concept called the “autonomous prayer system,” which is a space
Aug. 5, 2023 - 18:00:46Emerging SF writer enchants with cosmic fairytales in award-winning ‘haenyeo’ story
“The Tidal Future” By Seo Yoon-bin Hubble Seo Yoon-bin, who won the grand prize at the Fifth Korean Science Literature Award for medium-length and short stories last year, has published his first collection of short stories, “The Tidal Future.” As an emerging and promising young sci-fi writer, Seo h
July 23, 2023 - 07:31:02Jang Ryu-jin offers hyperrealistic portrayal of joys, sorrows of office workers
"The Training" (working title) By Jang Ryu-jin Changbi Publishers Jang Ryu-jin's latest compilation of six short stories titled “The Training” makes for a delightful reading experience with its fast-paced plot and witty dialogue. Jang’s second collection follows in the footsteps of her first work, “
July 22, 2023 - 16:00:54True story of former drug dealer chronicles tale of redemption, remorse
"The Weight of 1 Gram" By Yim Jae-hun Book Recipe The novel “The Weight of 1 Gram” is based on the true story of a former drug dealer. Having served four years in prison for drug dealing in Cambodia in 2018, Yim Jae-hun reflects on his past as he shares his penitential journey. The book also serves
July 22, 2023 - 16:00:54'Hush' author returns with political novel, set to pen script for TV adaptation
"Jeong Chi-in: The Politician" (working title) By Jeong Jin-young Annapurna Publishing Novelist Jeong Jin-young has chosen the National Assembly as the setting for the final work in his trilogy dealing with organizations. Following “Silent Warning” (direct translation 2018) and “Jenga” (direct trans
July 14, 2023 - 17:54:20Kim Bo-young spends 23 years completing 'Tales of Origin of Species' trilogy
"Tales of the Origin of Species" By Kim Bo-young Arzak Livres One of the pioneers of science fiction in Korea, Kim Bo-young has now completed her three-part series, “Tales of the Origin of Species,” after 23 years. Her previous collection “On the Origin of Species and Other Stories,” which includes
July 8, 2023 - 16:01:00Chilling reality overlaps with horror in Bora Chung's stories
"The Midnight Timetable" By Bora Chung Purplerain International Booker Prize shortlisted author Bora Chung of "Cursed Bunny" has returned with a new anthology titled "The Midnight Timetable," consisting of seven interconnected stories. Narrated by “I” who works the night shift in a mysterious labora
July 7, 2023 - 16:46:29'A tender heart will save us countless times'
"The Radiant Greetings" By Baik Sou-linne Munhakdongne Publishing A girl named Hae-mi had to lie “sincerely” to comfort her parents and younger sister after her family lost her older sister in a tragic gas explosion. Following her mother’s decision to emigrate, Hae-mi arrives in a German city and st
July 7, 2023 - 16:45:28Lee Geum-yi looks into reality through ‘Deleted Scenes’
“Deleted Scenes” By Lee Geum-yi Munhakdongne Publishing Social media has deeply embedded itself into people’s lives. We find ourselves selecting and editing the best photos, anxiously refreshing our account pages while waiting for comments and likes. The trend is apparently influencing teens as they
June 30, 2023 - 16:03:25Navigating uncertainty, vulnerability and resilience of young individuals
"Young Geunhee's Parade" By Lee Seo-su EunHaengNaMu Publishing The cast of characters introduced in Lee Seo-su’s collection of short stories comprises vulnerable and anxious young individuals who embody the sense of uncertainty and fragility hanging over today's younger generation. The award-winning
June 24, 2023 - 16:00:53Bestselling author Kim Jin-myung explores enigmatic world of 'pungsu'
"Pungsu War" (working title) By Kim Jin-myung Eta Books Bestselling author Kim Jin-myung, known for the historical epic series “Goguryeo,” has turned his attention to the unique culture of “pungsu,” or geomancy. The novel encompasses the significance and value of pungsu, which cannot be fully explai
June 24, 2023 - 16:00:53Zombie webtoon spinoff fills gap between 'Train to Busan,' 'Peninsula'
"Peninsula Prequel 631" Story by Yeon Sang-ho Munhakdongne Publishing South Korean zombie apocalypse film “Train to Busan” (2016), directed by Yeon Sang-ho and starring Gong Yoo, Jung Yu-mi, Don Lee and Choi Woo-shik, sold over 10 million cinema tickets in Korea, reigniting the zombie fad in the ent
June 23, 2023 - 09:01:36Dark fairy tale-like adventure set in underground city
"Forest of Moss" (working title) By Cheon Seon-ran Giant Books With its dark fairy tale-like atmosphere and poignant narrative, the three interconnected stories featured in “Forest of Moss” depict the love, friendship and adventure of six friends set in the near future of mankind, exiled to the unde
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