'Love in the Big City' Author Park Sang-young Named Writer of the Year by Booksellers

[Asia Economy Reporter Seomideum] Park Sang-young has been named the winner of the 6th "Author of the Year Selected by Booksellers," chosen by the Korea Federation of Bookstore Associations. From August 1 to August 19, the federation collected recommendations for the author of the year from booksellers nationwide. After the first quantitative evaluation, the final selection was made through a judging panel composed of members from the bookstore industry, publishing industry, and literary critics.

Park Sang-young was highly praised for his keen sensitivity that delves into the darkness of Korean society trapped in discrimination and prejudice, his outstanding sense of humor reflected in a delightful writing style, and his universal thematic awareness that resonates with everyone, earning great acclaim from literary readers. In particular, his work this year, "The Law of Love in a Big City," being shortlisted for the prestigious British Booker Prize also contributed to his recognition.

The award ceremony is scheduled to be held on November 11 at the Yajugae Hall of the Seoul Museum of History.

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