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2008 Seoul International Writers’ Festival Final ReportKorean(한국어) Document
2008-05-19 / II00000004
This is the final report of the 2008 Seoul Young Writers’ Festival, which took place on May 18~24, 2008 in Seoul, Youngju and Andong. The final report contains an overview of the festival, information on the program and participating writers and interviews.
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NoodlesEnglish(English) Document
2019-09-05 / II00000032
KLN is published and distributed for the purpose of generating a discourse on Korean literature and introducing Korean writers and works to general readers and experts overseas. The theme of KLN Vol. 45 is Bapsang, which is where communication or disconnection occurs in daily life. This is an excerpt from “Noodles” by Kim Soon.
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[Interview with Kwon Yeo-sun] Blood, Lemon, Cigarettes, and the God of LiquorEnglish(English) Document
2019-06-21 / II00000103
KLN is published and distributed for the purpose of generating a discourse on Korean literature and introducing Korean writers and works to general readers and experts overseas. KLN Vol. 44 contains an interview with Kwon Yeo-sun, who offers a warm gaze towards the marginalized. Her latest novel is Lemon.
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When I Imagine YouEnglish(English) Document
2019-06-21 / II00000104
KLN is published and distributed for the purpose of generating a discourse on Korean literature and introducing Korean writers and works to general readers and experts overseas. KLN Vol. 44 contains Kwon Yeo-sun’s notes on her thoughts as a writer and everyday feelings.
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To Believe in LoveEnglish(English) Document
2019-06-21 / II00000105
KLN is published and distributed for the purpose of generating a discourse on Korean literature and introducing Korean writers and works to general readers and experts overseas. KLN Vol. 46 contains an excerpt from “To Believe in Love” by Kwon Yeo-sun.
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Working People in Korean Literature: The Ethics of Chivalry and the Passion of GamblersEnglish(English) Document
2019-06-21 / II00000107
KLN is published and distributed for the purpose of generating a discourse on Korean literature and introducing Korean writers and works to general readers and experts overseas. Under the theme of Working People in Korean Literature, KLN Vol. 44 explores the kind of work ethic that results from uncertainty about the future along with a sense of responsibility for the younger generations.
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Jo Jung-gyun’s WorldEnglish(English) Document
2019-06-21 / II00000109
KLN is published and distributed for the purpose of generating a discourse on Korean literature and introducing Korean writers and works to general readers and experts overseas. Under the theme of Working People in Korean Literature, KLN Vol. 44 explores the values of labor in Korean society and how the younger generation struggles through difficult times. This is an excerpt from “Jo Jung-gyun’s World” by Kim Keum Hee.
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Lost – and Found: Shoko’s Smile by Choi EunyoungEnglish(English) Document
2019-06-21 / II00000121
For the purpose of generating a discourse on Korean literature and introducing Korean writers and works to general readers and experts overseas, KLN publishes book reviews by overseas scholars and publishers. This is a review of the Spanish translation of Shoko’s Smile by Choi Eunyoung.
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Queer Literature: The Life Source of Korea’s Here and NowEnglish(English) Document
2019-03-29 / II00000128
KLN is published and distributed for the purpose of generating a discourse on Korean literature and introducing Korean writers and works to general readers and experts overseas. The theme of KLN Vol. 43 is Queen Literature. Recently, members of Korean society have summoned feminism as a language to change their lives, bringing about a renaissance of feminist literature. This trend has also led to the recognition of queer-themed books as important works in mainstream media and journals, and to a strong popular reception as well.
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The SummerEnglish(English) Document
2019-03-29 / II00000129
KLN is published and distributed for the purpose of generating a discourse on Korean literature and introducing Korean writers and works to general readers and experts overseas. The theme of KLN Vol. 43 is Queen Literature. This is an excerpt from Choi Eunyoung’s “The Summer”, which explores restrictions affecting lesbian identity and relationships.
Related Resources
This is a collection of data on various Korean literature events, exhibitions and education programs hosted by LTI Korea around the world.