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Webtoons are something we naturally look up on our morning commutes. It seems that at some point, webtoons began to stand at the forefront of culture. Compared to the past, when people thought of paperback books when they heard the word "comics," many people nowadays think of webtoons. However, since there is a strong perception that webtoons are free, I became curious about what the lives of webtoon artists are like. This book showcases the world of webtoon artists while also teaching the
I heard that comics are considered one of the five major art forms in France. Conversely, however, in Korea, comics were often perceived as somewhat lowbrow and the polar opposite of a model student image. It seems that this image gradually improved as movies and dramas based on comics achieved box office success. Then, as webtoons launched in earnest on portal sites and business models that could be viewed as an industry gradually emerged, an atmosphere of acceptance began to develop. With the
Recommended by the famous Misaeng author Yoon Tae-ho!! Lately, the fan base for webtoons is growing thicker than expected, to the point where people say there may be those who haven't read webtoons at all, but there are no those who have read them just once. Following the successful conclusion of Misaeng recently, webtoons like The Queen of Office, Fool's Love, Flower Boy Ramen Shop, Shoes, and The Girl Who Sees Smells have been adapted into dramas and are receiving a lot of love from the
Wi Geun-woo: The Age of Webtoons
We meet 24 young webtoon artists who are freely showcasing their unique creativity through this new platform, which is gaining immense popularity across various content genres such as movies, novels, and dramas. *The Age of Webtoons* is a book compiled by reporter Wi Geun-woo, who oversaw the webtoon artist interviews, featuring interviews and insights into the work of these 24 artists. It uncovers the secrets behind how webtoons were able to emerge as a mainstream trend in the entertainment industry. As the webtoon market grows rapidly—ranging from portal sites like Naver and Daum to platforms such as Lezhin Comics, Toptoon, and Olleh Market—many webtoon artists are making their debut and presenting diverse works. This book tells the stories of the webtoon artists we enjoy, including Jung Da-jung of *Yamae Cooking*, Lee Jong-beom of *Dr. Frost*, and Jo Seok of *The Sound of Your Heart*. Reading their interviews reveals their struggles with the creative process, the battle against deadlines, and the pressure of comments and ratings. Nevertheless, the author convinces us why we cannot help but be enthusiastic about webtoons, as they state that the reason they pick up the pen is to communicate with the readers who watch their work.
Korean title: 웹툰의 시대
Korean author: 위근우
Korean publisher: 알에이치코리아
ISBN-13: 9788925554662
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I miss you
Webtoons are something we naturally look up on our morning commutes. It seems that at some point, webtoons began to stand at the forefront of culture. Compared to the past, when people thought of paperback books when they heard the word "comics," many people nowadays think of webtoons. However, since there is a strong perception that webtoons are free, I became curious about what the lives of webtoon artists are like. This book showcases the world of webtoon artists while also teaching the
I heard that comics are considered one of the five major art forms in France. Conversely, however, in Korea, comics were often perceived as somewhat lowbrow and the polar opposite of a model student image. It seems that this image gradually improved as movies and dramas based on comics achieved box office success. Then, as webtoons launched in earnest on portal sites and business models that could be viewed as an industry gradually emerged, an atmosphere of acceptance began to develop. With the
Recommended by the famous Misaeng author Yoon Tae-ho!! Lately, the fan base for webtoons is growing thicker than expected, to the point where people say there may be those who haven't read webtoons at all, but there are no those who have read them just once. Following the successful conclusion of Misaeng recently, webtoons like The Queen of Office, Fool's Love, Flower Boy Ramen Shop, Shoes, and The Girl Who Sees Smells have been adapted into dramas and are receiving a lot of love from the
