About the Darkness of the Tree

Sodong Publishing House

The deeper the darkness of the tree, the wider the bosom of rest. We also find rest leaning on their arms. One windy and rainy day, the birds came into the shade of the tree to find rest. Knowing that rest and rest, the artist comes to think that the shade of a tree can give rest and comfort to a small life without ending with just darkness. The artist feels sorry for the trees and plants cut down in the city. Everyone thinks that a tree grows in their heart, and that they are comforted and supported by that tree. It would be a great consolation if the seeds I tinkered with in my pocket could one day become my tree and grow into a large tree.

Grandmothers, our Grandmothers

Sodong Publishing House

<Grandmothers, our Grandmothers> - We remember our Grandmothers, who were forced to be “comfort women” for the Japanese Imperial Army. 'What you remember doesn't go away' Among the elderly victims of 'comfort women' in the Japanese military, the number of survivors is gradually decreasing.   On certain days, the media often introduce grandmothers, but most of us don't know their lives very well. Or, they just glimpse a short story of a life that went through a difficult time. Can't we meet grandmothers as 'our grandmothers' rather than 'special grandmothers'? How about introducing their dreams and daily lives, not just their painful past? Can't we give peace and comfort even with pictures? Artist Han Sung-won's archive of paintings of the victims of 'Japanese Military Sexual Slavery (known as 'Comfort Women)' began with this mind.

Giant in the desert

Gesunamu publishing House

This book contains lessons that respect and communication are necessary for consideration.

Called by Another Name

Goggas

Book Description   The American who walked into the turmoil of Korean history After graduating from university, David wanted to make a positive change in the world. He joined the Peace Corps and arrived in South Korea in 1978. He was bestowed with a Korean name, Im Dae-oon and it was his name throughout his time in Korea. He was assigned to serve as a tuberculosis worker in Yeongam, a town in Korea's southwest. He came to fall in love with the country's food,scenery, and people. On May 18, 1980, David arrived in Gwangju to transfer buses to his home, Yeongam. Tim Warnberg, his friend and fellow Peace Corps Volunteer, told him that there was brutal violence against any young people seen in the streets. He came back home but he continued to hear that the violence was getting worse and the phone lines to Gwangju had been cut. David set out for the city to check on Tim and his Korean friends. Bearing Witness of the Gwangju Uprising On the road to Gwangju, David encountered a military truck and a bus with protesters. David took a photo of them. He had a confrontation with KCIA agent who was demanding his camera. When he reached the city, he witnessed gunfire from helicopter, results of brutal violences, and the wailing from the deads’ family members. He was shocked by what human can do to other humans. David and 3 other Peace Corps Volunteers helped the wounds and interpreted for foreign journalists. David was invited to the Provincial Office building, which was the center of the uprising. He got to know students leaders and bore witness to the aftermath of the last stand against the dictatorship. When the 10 days of uprising ended in tragedy, David and other Peace Corps Volunteer were called to the head office. Only David was forced to resigned for violating its rules on political noninterference. Even after he lost his status as a Peace Corps Volunteer, he decided to stay in Korea. He got even involved deeper to Korean history working with the dissident. What is the Gwangju Uprising? The 1980 Gwangju Uprising was a people’s uprising by the citizens of Gwangju in response to the brutal and harsh suppression of student protests carried out by the Korean military after their leaders declared martial law and took over the country. It began on May 18 and ended the early morning of May 27, 1980. It began in Gwangju, the capital of South Jeolla province, but also expanded beyond the city to involve the southern half of the province.

Hattung

Chum Education Corp.

"Hattung makes kids happy!"Hattung is Chum Education's character. Hattung goes to kindergarten, and she is full with curiousity, and like to read and do creative activities. Chum Education uses Hattung character to make various types of educational toys, books, learning supplies, baby products, animation, etc.

Rain, Stop( pressed flower Picture books)

Sodong Publishing House

Rain, Stop(pressed flower) Illustrated book made with grass and flowers. Let’s shout together - Rain, Stop! An illustrated book that uses grass and wild flowers as paint The illustrations in this book were all expressed with pressed flowers. The author completed this illustrated book using the colors and shapes of plants to tell the  story. Every time this book is opened, natural colors and curves can be seen in their original state. This is quite different from paintings made with paint, and it offers  us warm comfort. There are texts and text boxes written with pressed flowers, and these texts that are also drawings, and the text boxes that seem like both words  and cartoons make it fun for children to turn the pages. Another way to enjoy the book is to look for what grasses, flowers and leaves were used to draw the pictures  with your child.

Delusion

Story Company CO., LTD

It’s 1935 in Gyeongseong, and struggling artist Iho Yun has been commissioned by the reclusive, elderly Madam Jeonghwa Song to paint a portrait. Madam Jeonghwa Song allows Iho to set eyes upon her -- an unprecedented event -- and standing before him is a young woman. But why does she ask him to paint an elderly version of her? “Don’t finish the portrait.” Tucked between the previous artist’s paint tubes is an ominous letter. Iho learns that no artist has left Madam Song’s abode alive or of sound mind. Just what is she hiding and what will happen if Iho finishes the portrait?

LIES HIDDEN IN MY GARDEN

MUNHAKDONGNE PUBLISHING CORP.

“The backyard reeked of decay…like the smell of a dead body” A gentle and considerate husband, smart and handsome son, economically stable…Juran and her “perfect family” had just moved into a “perfect house.” Everything seemed “perfect” except for the disgusting smell coming from the backyard. But her husband insists that the smell is only manure. Is it really? Not being able to restrain herself, Juran starts digging into the ground and finds…a human hand. Her husband later tells her she is hallucinating. But is she? Is her husband lying or is she going crazy? Could her husband be a killer?   About the Author Graduating from Korea National University of Arts, Kim Jin-young studied in the School of Film. Kim directed a short film “The DNA of Taste” in 2008, and won an award for a short film “Trust Me” at the Seoul International Women’s Film Festival. LIES HIDDEN IN MY BACKYARD, Kim’s debut novel, was completed during the Creative Writing Program sponsored by Korea Creative Content Agency.

THE HELLBOUND

MUNHAKDONGNE PUBLISHING CORP.

Director Yeon Sang-ho, who made sensational Korean style zombies with the movie ‘Train to Busan’, and Choi Gyu-seok, who sharply stabbed the class issue in Korean society with the cartoon , joined as a team. Together, they made a new world we had never seen before. In production of a Netflix original series.One day, in the middle of Seoul, one man receives a “hell notice”—An unknown being appears suddenly and tells his or her name, the fact that he or she is going to hell, and the remaining time and then disappears. And when the time comes, the reapers of hell come to tear and burn the recipient of the “hell notice”. It is no use running.It is God's sentence to humans, like a natural disaster. To deal with this surreal reality, people ask each other to repent, and society gets confused. In this chaotic and turbulent world, there is a figure who identifies and organizes the new laws of the world. Chairman Jeong Jin-soo of the New Truth Conference. He has kept track of the case of “hell notice” and warned people to live by justice. Is he a prophet who represents God's message? Or is he a cult leader? A story of hell that people created on earth, in the fear of hell.About the AuthorYeon Sang-ho is an animation and film director, and producer. He graduated from Sangmyung University, majored in Western art. He directed animations such as ‘The King of Pigs’, ‘Seoul Station’ etc. His movie ‘Train to Busan’ has attracted 10 million viewers. He is doing various activities, writing the story of the webtoon and the screenplay of the TV show ‘A Method’.About the IllustratorChoi Gyu-seok graduated from Sangmyung University, majored in comics. Many of his books have been translated and published in Europe, Japan, and the United States. He won the Seoul International Cartoon Animation Festival Short Story Award; the Korea Cartoon Awards; the Korea Publishing Culture Award for Children and Youth; and the Korea Cartoon Awards for Today.Original Work of Netflix TV Drama

IN SUMMER

MUNHAKDONGNE PUBLISHING CORP.

First Korean Winner of the 16th Japanese International Comic Award Selected Excellent Cartoon by Korea Cartoon and Video Agency Two dramas about friendship, sometimes reckless and sometimes affectionate.“What I'm working on is recording the landscape of everyday life as clearly aspossible;it will one day disappear or, maybe, has already disappeared.” _Author’s NoteA collection of cartoons about the moment when an accidental encounterturns into a magical fate. Joo-chan, who is trying to find the soul of a cat thathas left for heaven, and Ji-soo, a mysterious girl who follows him. Harry, whowent on a trip after losing a friend she loved, and Chi-e, who looks like herdead friend. The main characters, going through the loss of their loved ones,accidentally face new relationships and begin to open up. The grass in thebackyard of the apartment complex and the scenery of Okinawa Beach drawnin watercolor painting give the book a more mysterious color.

Surviving in a Crazy World

Arukah Books

Based on psychological theories, "Surviving in a Crazy World" is a must-read book for anyone seeking a healthy and happy life. Many people seek psychological counseling or visit fortune tellers to learn more about themselves. However, understanding ourselves through others' perspectives may lead us astray in the journey of personal transformation, as human nature often resists external influences. Therefore, this book guides us through a healing process of introspection, helping us discover unknown aspects of ourselves. The book presents easy-to-understand methods to break free from past wounds and fundamentally avoid getting hurt again. Furthermore, it emphasizes the truth that "every human is creative," encouraging us to break free from others' judgments and rediscover our lost creativity, enabling everyone to live a unique life of their own. Additionally, it offers strategies to overcome feelings of inferiority, linking them with parenting approaches. A deep understanding of this book will empower us to lead a healthy and authentic life, diverging from societal norms. It also provides insightful self-development techniques for continuous personal growth and prompts us to contemplate the meaning of life.

The Villainess Wants to Coexist

DONUTPEACH Inc.

1. Webtoon IP Overview1) Name of the work - Korean "The villainess wants to coexist"2) Genre: Romance Fantasy3) Original story: Seo Hwiryeong4) Amount: Total 80 episodes (planned)5) Serial confirmation platform: Kakao Piccoma (Japan) to Global (Kakao-linked platform)2. planning intention/purpose1) Production of webtoon adaptation of romance fantasy web novel IP original Noble Comics2) A work that shows outstanding graphic competitiveness using popular materials such as regression, illusion, etc. preferred in Korea, Japan, and Europe3) First global service serialization contract confirmed, PF investment attraction confirmed, sequential publication confirmed from France during serialization4) Promote global publishing and secondary commercialization