Korean Book Week continues in Paris
In Paris, France, “K-Book Week” continues until September 18, marking the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations between South Korea and France. The main events are taking place at the Galerie Joseph cultural complex in the Marais district. As The Korea Herald reports, the program is intended to introduce French and European audiences to Korean books.
Exhibition and author events
The event was co-organized by the Korea Publication Industry Promotion Agency. The program, under the slogan “Connect: Linking through Books,” includes a special exhibition of Korean illustrated books and literary works, meetings with authors, and exchanges between Korean and French publishers and agents.
The exhibition features 24 illustrated books by Korean authors and artists, including Annyeongdal, Lee Ji-hyeon, and Bamko, as well as 21 works by fiction and web novel authors, including Yoo Yeong-gwang, Yun Ko-eun, and Pyun Hye-young. The display also includes 47 Korean books already translated and published in French, 22 editions recommended by figures in Korean culture, and 10 web novel projects and secondary content related to publishing intellectual property, including dramas and film adaptations. A total of 130 items are on display.
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Publishers’ cooperation
Visitors can see original illustrations and three-dimensional installations, as well as take part in coloring and fan-making workshops. Until September 15, meetings with authors, autograph sessions, lectures, and live drawing demonstrations will be held at Parisian bookstores, schools, libraries, galleries, and King Sejong Institute centers.
French participants include writers David Foenkinos and Audrey Pleynet, as well as representatives of publishing houses, literary agencies, and specialists in Korean literature. From September 15 to 17, ten South Korean publishing houses will meet representatives of more than 20 French companies for export consultations and seminars. South Korean Culture Minister Chae Hwi-young plans to visit the exhibition and discuss with participants the further promotion of Korean publishing abroad.
