15 Best Korean Book and Literature Blogs
Korean Book and Literature Blogs
Here are 15 Best Korean Book and Literature Blogs you should follow in 2024
1. Korean Literature Now
Korean Literature Now is a quarterly published by LTI Korea to help readers around the world experience and appreciate Korean literature content. It is the world's only English-language quarterly that brings you the best of contemporary Korean fiction, poetry, interviews, reviews, essays, and engaging digital content in the form of audiobooks, video interviews, book readings, and much more.
kln.or.kr
Facebook Followers 893Twitter Followers 2.4KInstagram Followers 4.4K Frequency 12 posts / quarter Domain Authority 40 Get Email Contact
2. K-Book Trends
K-Book Trends is a web magazine by the Publication Industry Promotion Agency of Korea, providing valuable insights into Korea's publishing industry for global audiences. It offers professional data on promising Korean books and success stories of Korean publications and copyright exports, enhancing the industry's global competitiveness.
kbook-eng.or.kr
Facebook Followers 5.4KTwitter Followers 5Instagram Followers 1.1K Frequency 10 posts / month Domain Authority 16 Get Email Contact
3. North Korean Literature in English
North Korean Literature in English is a site created by Meredith Shaw to increase awareness and understanding of North Korean state-produced fiction, an important element in the country's socialist education and myth-creation system. The site includes summaries, analyses, and short translated excerpts of novels produced by the North Korean Writers Union.
dprklit.blogspot.com
Frequency 1 post / month Domain Authority 27 Get Email Contact
4. The Korea Herald » Books
Herald, a trailblazer in mobile content, boasts two formidable pillars: The Herald Business and The Korea Herald. Beyond its journalistic prowess, Herald is evolving into a distinctive media entity, encompassing design, environment, education, and art auctions. With a commitment to innovation and diversity, Herald continues to shape the landscape of contemporary media, transcending traditional boundaries to deliver engaging and multifaceted content experiences.
koreaherald.com
Facebook Followers 5.9KTwitter Followers 87.6KInstagram Followers 118.7K Frequency 11 posts / month Domain Authority 84 Get Email Contact
5. Asymptote Blog » Korean
Asymptote, the new international journal, serves as a literary translation hub, showcasing the finest contemporary writing worldwide. Curating a diverse array of genres such as fiction, poetry, drama, visual poetry, criticism, essays, and interviews, it offers a rich tapestry of literary voices and perspectives. As a unified platform for literary excellence, Asymptote celebrates the art of translation and fosters cultural exchange on a global scale.
asymptotejournal.com
Facebook Followers 42.1KTwitter Followers 23.5K Frequency 1 post / quarter Domain Authority 64 Get Email Contact
6. Asian Review of Books » Korea
The Asian Review of Books is the only dedicated pan-Asian book review publication. Widely quoted, referenced, and republished by leading publications in Asia and beyond and with an archive of more than two thousand book reviews, the ARB also features long-format essays by leading Asian writers and thinkers, excerpts from newly-published books and reviews of arts and culture. It provides an unparalleled forum for discussion of key contemporary issues by Asians for Asia and a vehicle of intellectual depth and breadth where leading thinkers can write on the books, arts and ideas of the day.
asianreviewofbooks.com
Twitter Followers 12.1K Frequency 2 posts / quarter Domain Authority 48 Get Email Contact
7. Speculative Fiction in Translation » Korea
Rachel Cordasco has a PhD in literary studies and used to work as a developmental editor. She's written for Strange Horizons, World Literature Today, the SFRA Review, Foundation, Locus, Tor.com, Skiffy and Fanty, and other publications. Since 2014, she has been reviewing science fiction in translation for SF Signal, fostering invaluable connections with publishers, authors, translators, bloggers, and readers alike.
sfintranslation.com
Twitter Followers 2.5K Frequency 1 post / week Domain Authority 35 Get Email Contact
8. Tony's Reading List » South Korea
Tony, a British expatriate in Melbourne, compiles an extensive reading list, now exceeding a thousand titles, since the inception of his blog. His passion for fiction in translation has led him to explore a wide array of global literature, including a growing interest in Korean fiction over the past year.
tonysreadinglist.wordpress.com
Twitter Followers 2.7K Frequency 1 post / quarter Domain Authority 31 Get Email Contact
9. World Kid Lit » Korean
The World Kid Lit initiative strives to promote greater diversity in English-language publishing, advocating for a more accurate portrayal of our multicultural and multilingual world. By championing diverse voices and stories, it seeks to provide a fairer representation of global perspectives within the literary landscape
worldkidlit.org
Facebook Followers 946Twitter Followers 4.2K Frequency 1 post / month Domain Authority 8 Get Email Contact
10. East Asian Literature in Translation » Korean Literature
The author is a teacher in New England, instructing 9th-grade Literature and Composition alongside AP Literature at a girls' school with domestic and international students, including those from East Asia. Motivated by her students' dedication to Western literature, she delves into East Asian culture and history through translated literature, chronicling her journey in this blog.
eastasianliteratureintranslation.com
Frequency 1 post / quarter Domain Authority 1 Get Email Contact
11. All Wrongs Reversed » Korea
At All Wrongs Reversed, Morgan Giles, a literary translator hailing from Kentucky and now residing in London, specializes in translating Japanese literature into English. Through her blog, readers embark on a captivating journey to explore the intricacies of Korean culture. With Morgan's insights and expertise, visitors delve into a rich tapestry of Korean traditions, history, and contemporary life, fostering cross-cultural understanding and appreciation.
allwrongsreversed.net
Twitter Followers 4.2K Frequency 2 posts / year Domain Authority 13 Get Email Contact
12. Fly Into Books » Korean Literature
Embark on a literary adventure with Fly into Books, your ultimate destination for all things literature. They are passionate book enthusiasts dedicated to sharing their love for reading, exploring various genres, and engaging in thought-provoking discussions. Whether you're a seasoned reader or new to the world of books, Fly into Books is here to guide you on a journey through captivating stories, diverse genres, and literary treasures.
flyintobooks.com
Facebook Followers 17Twitter Followers 840Instagram Followers 538 Frequency 4 posts / year Domain Authority 18 Get Email Contact
13. Nabillera - Contemporary Korean Literature
Nabillera, a nonprofit web magazine, showcases contemporary Korean literature through translations by volunteer contributors. Its mission is to provide English readers with diverse works from established and emerging writers. Additionally, it fosters a community where enthusiasts can engage and share their creations related to Korean literature.
nabillerakorea.com
Domain Authority 12 Get Email Contact
14. Ben Garrido's Blog
Ben Garrido is the author of the novels The Blackguard, The Potency and Joshua and the Chosen People. He also writes award-winning journalism for the Reno News and Review, Chico News and Review and others, and lectures on second language acquisition at Mokwon University in South Korea. He writes on subjects including language, fiction, adventure and logic. Raised in Reno, Nevada, he now divides his time between South Korea and the United States.
bengarrido.com
Frequency 3 posts / year Domain Authority 16 Get Email Contact
15. Korean Studies at the University of Bucharest » Korean Literature
The Korean Studies at the University of Bucharest blog features insightful posts on Korean Literature penned by Dianayuksel. As a platform dedicated to exploring Korean culture and academia, readers delve into the rich tapestry of Korean literary traditions. Dianayuksel's analyses offer profound insights into the nuances of Korean literature, enriching readers' understanding and appreciation of this vibrant literary landscape.
koreanstudiesub.wordpress.com
Facebook Followers 1.7K Frequency 3 posts / year Domain Authority 2 Get Email Contact
Korean Book and Literature Bloggers
Blogger Name | Blog Link | Total Blog Posts | |
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Changmi | blogger.com/profile/10041719773764583838 | 20 | |
Tony | tonysreadinglist.wordpress.com/2023/02/09/whale-by-cheon-myeong-kwan-review/ | 12 | |
Rachel Cordasco | sfintranslation.com/?p=10454 | 11 | |
Lindstromfredg | eastasianliteratureintranslation.com/2022/12/28/1004/ | 10 | |
Authorbengarrido | bengarrido.com/2021/07/22/quick-poll/ | 10 | |
A.j. Mcmahon | flyintobooks.com/the-good-son-book-review-you-jeong-jeong/ | 8 | |
Nabillera [나빌레라] | nabillerakorea.com/2022/12/11/play-me-hormones-kim-mela/ | 7 | |
Xiao Yue Shan | asymptotejournal.com/blog/2023/05/25/a-weird-alchemy-of-taste-and-determination-speaking-with-taylor-bradley-of-honford-star/ | 6 | |
Dianayuksel | koreanstudiesub.wordpress.com/2022/02/26/special-lecture-28-02-2022-1700/ | 6 | |
Claire Storey | worldkidlit.org/2021/09/30/september-round-up-worldkidlitmonth/ | 4 | |
Morgan | allwrongsreversed.net/2013/06/13/japanese-female-author-shortlist/ | 4 | |
Peter Gordon | asianreviewofbooks.com/content/the-hive-and-the-honey-by-paul-yoon/ | 2 | |
Nicholas Gordon | asianreviewofbooks.com/content/podcast-with-hannah-michell-author-of-excavations/ | 2 | |
Lee Yew Leong | asymptotejournal.com/blog/2023/08/07/summer-2023-highlights-from-the-team/ | 2 | |
World Kid Lit Month | worldkidlit.org/2022/09/02/emotions-in-surprising-ways/ | 2 | |
Bella Creel | asymptotejournal.com/blog/2023/07/10/whats-new-in-translation-july-2023/ | 1 | |
Mykidsreadtheworld | worldkidlit.org/2023/04/10/space/ | 1 | |
Kelly Zhang | worldkidlit.org/2024/02/05/meet-the-publisher-levine-querido/ | 1 | |
Patrick Mcshane | asianreviewofbooks.com/content/mater-2-10-by-hwang-sok-yong/ | 1 | |
Susan Blumberg-kason | asianreviewofbooks.com/content/welcome-to-the-hyunam-dong-bookshop-by-hwang-bo-reum/ | 1 | |
John A Riley | asianreviewofbooks.com/content/flawless-lessons-in-looks-and-culture-from-the-k-beauty-capital-by-elise-hu/ | 1 | |
Derek Parker | asianreviewofbooks.com/content/south-koreas-grand-strategy-making-its-own-destiny-by-ramon-pacheco-pardo/ | 1 | |
Stephen Mercado | asianreviewofbooks.com/content/the-end-of-august-by-yu-miri/ | 1 | |
Jackie Friedman Mighdoll | worldkidlit.org/2023/11/27/windows-on-korea-nature-city-myth/ | 1 | |
Ruth Ahmedzai Kemp | worldkidlit.org/2024/01/15/the-2024-list-childrens-and-ya-books-in-translation/ | 1 | |
Meghan Racklin | asymptotejournal.com/blog/2023/08/11/weekly-dispatches-from-the-frontlines-of-world-literature-128/ | 1 | |
Mahika Dhar | asianreviewofbooks.com/content/yn-by-esther-yi/ | 1 |