Soyangri Book Kitchen

Soyangri Book Kitchen is a heartwarming bestselling debut novel from South Korea about the transformative power of books and human connection. Set in a peaceful village in the countryside far from Seoul, the story centers on Yoojin, a plucky proprietor who manages a unique book café that offers more than just food and reading—it provides guests with a sanctuary and the opportunity for an overnight bookstay. Over the course of a year, seven individuals, all at significant crossroads in their lives, find their way to Yoojin's book kitchen. Among them are Da-in, a singer grappling with an identity crisis; Sohee, a promising lawyer confronted with a daunting medical diagnosis; and Soohyuk, a young musical director whose dreams have been stifled by failure. As each guest arrives in Soyangri, they discover that their lives are subtly transformed by the magic of its books and the kindness of its people. The novel explores themes of healing, escape, and the profound ways that literature and community can restore hope to weary souls.