'Heunhan Nammae 12' Tops Kyobo Bookstore Bestseller List for 2 Consecutive Weeks

[Asia Economy Reporter Seomideum] 'Heunhan Nammae 12' has shown the power of young readers by ranking first in the overall chart for two consecutive weeks. 'Trend Korea 2023' followed, and Kim Hyenam's 'If I Live My Life Again' continued its upward trend, reaching third place overall. In the humanities category, after popular interest in general philosophy, psychology essays are gaining popularity again.

Interest in Son Woongjeong's 'Everything Starts from the Basics,' known as the father of soccer player Son Heungmin, has increased. It ranked second in the essay category and 38th overall. With appearances on TV entertainment programs attracting attention, its popularity is expected to rise further.

'Tonight, Even If This Love Disappears from the World' rose 17 places to 17th overall. The film release is drawing readers' attention. There have been many cases of novels becoming reverse bestsellers through OTT service content. Following that momentum, the theater scene is experiencing a revival after COVID-19. As movies are being released one after another toward the end of the year, interest in screen sellers is also expected to continue.

Readers' interest in books introduced on entertainment programs is noticeable. Alain de Botton's 'Anxiety' ranked 13th in the essay category, and Shim Chaekyung's 'Astronomers Don't Look at Stars' also entered the bestseller list at 18th in the essay category after a long time. Attention is focused on entertainment sellers who are emerging as reverse bestsellers as the program episodes continue.

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