‘Silence is dangerous. We must keep talking,’ says bilingual Japanese novelist Yoko Tawada
The acclaimed writer shares her thoughts on AI translation, language, and the power of conversation.
Hwang Dong-hee
South Korean sci-fi bestseller inks six-figure film deal with Warner Bros
The Hollywood studio behind blockbuster franchises such as Harry Potter and Dune, is said to have been drawn to the novel’s "original and compelling" storytelling.
Nobel Laureate Han Kang’s latest work brings meditative reflections on life while tending small garden
The 172-page collection titled 'Light and Thread' is her first publication since winning the Nobel Prize.
Seoul Outdoor Library opens with new programs
The Gwanghwamun Plaza and Cheonggye Stream locations will welcome visitors on April 23, while the Seoul Plaza library will open May 4.
Why Mickey had to die 10 more times in Bong Joon-ho’s ‘Mickey 17’
The film is based on "Mickey 7," the 2022 novel by American writer Edward Ashton, but Bong’s adaptation takes creative liberties in both character development and narrative…
Korean book of essays secures six-figure deals with Penguin Random House, HarperCollins
The collection of mini-essays about two friends who decide to live together explores themes such as the modern definition of family, housing insecurity, solo dining, access to…
South Korean author Kim Ryeo-ryeong’s novel ‘Trunk’ gets Netflix makeover
Directed by Kim Kyu-tae, the Netflix series introduces a whirlwind of high-stakes drama, including an obsessive stalker and murder, domestic violence and a complex romance…
‘Literature stands in opposition to all acts that destroy life’: Han Kang
Han is the 121st recipient of the Nobel Prize in literature and only the 18th woman to receive the honor. She is also the second Korean Nobel laureate, following former President…
What to expect from Han Kang’s Nobel week
Delivered in Korean and streamed live on YouTube, Han’s hourlong address is expected to explore her body of work and artistic vision. The lecture will later be archived on the…
Han Kang says she wants to ‘meet readers through writing’ in 1st speech since winning Nobel Prize
Reflecting on her Nobel win, Han said, "When I first received the call from the Nobel Committee, it didn’t feel real. I simply tried to remain calm. It wasn’t until I saw the…