Soyangri Book Kitchen

Name: Soyangri Book Kitchen
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ISBN: 9781529933987

Kim Jee Hye, Shanna Tan

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Vintage
06 October 2026

Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945); Fiction in translation

An irresistible, escapist and cosy read, where a woman leaves her busy life in Seoul to open a bookshop cafe in the countryside where guests can stay overnight

Welcome to Soyangri Book Kitchen

In a peaceful village in the countryside, Yoojin has left behind the stresses of her city life in Seoul and created a book lovers' paradise, a sanctuary for weary souls just like herself. With its book-filled shelves and wafts of delicious food from the cafe, Soyangri Book Kitchen offers its guests a true escape- the warm embrace of an overnight bookstay.

Over one year, as the seasons change, seven people at a turning point in their lives find their way to Yoojin's door. Among them are a singer grappling with an identity crisis, a promising lawyer confronted with a daunting medical diagnosis, and a young musical director whose dreams have been stifled. As they arrive in Soyangri, each of them will find their life subtly transformed by the magic of its books and the kindness of its people.

By: Kim Jee Hye
Translated by: Shanna Tan
Imprint: Vintage
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 197mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 17mm
Weight: 142g
ISBN: 9781529933987
ISBN 10: 1529933986
Pages: 208
Publication Date: 06 October 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Kim Jee Hye (Author) Kim Jee Hye studied Journalism and Broadcasting, and she now runs an independent bookshop in South Korea called Walking on the Clouds. Soyangri Book Kitchen is her debut novel. Shanna Tan (Translator) Shanna Tan is a literary translator working from Korean, Chinese and Japanese into English. Her translations include the bestselling Welcome to the Hyunam-dong Bookshop by Hwang Bo-reum. Born and raised in Singapore, she is currently spending some time in Bangkok.

Reviews for Soyangri Book Kitchen

A heartwarming and soothing journey… ideal for those who need a respite from the chaos of contemporary life -- 5* reader review One of the best books I’ve read in a while… A beautiful book -- 5* reader review A must read for anyone at a crossroads in their life -- 5* reader review This book held my heart… profoundly deep and inspiring -- 5* reader review Perfect for fans of cosy fiction with heart and delicious detail -- 5* reader review Your feel your anxieties melt away… By the end, I actually felt really inspired and hopeful, like I grew with all the characters -- 4* reader review An inspiring story of overcoming life's struggles and finding peace and happiness through the love of books -- 4* reader review If you enjoyed Welcome to the Hyunam-Dong Bookshop, Days at the Morisaki Bookshop, Yeonnam-Dong’s Smiley Laundromat, this one will be right up your street -- 4.5* reader review