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Book cover of Welcome to the Hyunam-dong Bookshop

Welcome to the Hyunam-dong Bookshop

The heart-warming Korean sensation

Hwang Bo-reum

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Coup de coeur
Coup de coeur (Literature), by Nicolas
After spending her life doing what was expected of her, Yeongju leaves everything to open a bookstore in Seoul where, between the piles of books, different personalities will cross paths. Through her characters, the author questions our relationship with time and the world and pushes us to dig behind the idea of an ideal. I can only advise you to read this novel like a bedside book, which we open regularly to draw pieces of wisdom. A heart-warming story about finding comfort and acceptance in your life, and the healing power of books.

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'An absolutely charming novel that all bookworms will adore'
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'A balm for the soul and a glorious love letter to books and reading'
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There was only one thing on her mind.

'I must start a bookshop.'

Yeongju did everything she was supposed to, go to university, marry a decent man, get a respectable job. Then it all fell apart. Burned out, Yeongju abandons her old life, quits her high-flying career, and follows her dream. She opens a bookshop.

In a quaint neighbourhood in Seoul, surrounded by books, Yeongju and her customers take refuge. From the lonely barista to the unhappily married coffee roaster, and the writer who sees something special in Yeongju - they all have disappointments in their past. The Hyunam-dong Bookshop becomes the place where they all learn how to truly live.

A heart-warming story about finding comfort and acceptance in your life – and the healing power of books.

'Delightful, reflective and heart-warming'
Woman's Weekly

‘Profound and healing … a beautiful story at its heart’ Woman & Home

'An incredibly exciting debut novel. At once gentle and invigorating. I devoured it' Sarah Crossan, author of Here is the Beehive

Reader Reviews:

'Love love love this book! Cosy, heart warming, wholesome...Will be recommending this to everyone. It makes me smile when I think about it!'

'Such a beautiful book, I adored the story and characters, The writing style was gorgeous. 100% recommend.'

'A love letter to books, bookshops and all who love them'

'Such a warm and cosy read! Was completely here for it...and the appreciation for books was magical'

'A heart-warming cosy read that makes you think about how important it is to be happy, and that we can all find a place to call ‘home’.'

Translated by Shanna Tan
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Binding: Paperback
Publication date: 04 Jul 2024
Dimensions: 129 x 198 x 24 mm
ISBN: 9781526662286