Pinoy K-Lit stans, this one’s for you: the Manila International Book Fair 2025 is serving the ultimate fan moment with bestselling author Hwang Bo-reum of “Welcome to Hyunam-dong Bookshop.”
On Sept. 13, Filipino readers can catch her in “Stories in the Bookshop: Conversations with Hwang Bo-reum,” a special event, in collaboration with National Book Store and the Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines.
Expect author talks, heartfelt conversations, and a book singing session that’s sure to be a highlight for fans who’ve been touched by the main character, Yeongju’s story of courage, dreams, and second chances.
Fans can also grab they own copy of the book for only Php545 in select NBS branches and online stores.
For those who can’t attend the Sept. 13 event, they can catch the author at the KCC library in Taguig City on Sept. 11 and at the UP School of Urban and Regional Planning in Diliman, Quezon City on Sept. 12.