Lately, I’ve been falling in love with the charming titles published by Apop Books, known for translating bestselling Korean inspirational books into English. Their books have a very comforting vibe—thoughtful essays, adorable illustrations, and beautifully designed pages that make reading feel like a quiet little ritual.
The first Apop title I owned was I Decided to Live as Me. I honestly can’t remember where I bought it—maybe at a book bazaar or at National Book Store—but I clearly remember that Jungkook from BTS mentioned reading it during Bon Voyage. That tiny detail made me curious enough to look for a copy.
The book turned out to be such a delightful find. It’s filled with gentle reflections about living authentically and learning to embrace who you are. The layout is light and airy, with plenty of white space and little illustrations scattered throughout. It’s the kind of book you’d love to bring to a quiet café, sip a cup of coffee, and slowly read during your me-time.
The second Apop title I discovered is You Can Wind Down from Time to Time. This book feels like it was written for anyone who occasionally struggles with adulting—which, honestly, is most of us. What makes it especially fascinating is how it draws inspiration from classic fairy tales and connects them to the realities of modern life. Whenever things start to feel a bit overwhelming, I find myself flipping through the pages and revisiting my favorite chapters for a little comfort and perspective.
Since I’m not entirely sure where I bought my earlier copies, I recently discovered that Apop has its own online shop where readers can order their books directly. It makes browsing their newer titles much easier.
Right now, a few books are already on my wishlist:
1cm by Kim Eun-Ju, It’s Ok I’ll Be Happy First by Hadahada, and the workbook-style The Art of Living in Records by Shim Da-eum.
There’s something special about these Korean inspirational books. They’re gentle, reflective, and beautifully made—perfect companions for slow mornings, quiet café afternoons, or peaceful evenings at home.
Sometimes, all we really need is a good book that reminds us to slow down and simply live as ourselves.
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