When I Was Young in Korea

When I Was Young in Korea: A Childhood Story of Family, Love, and Korean Culture in the 1990sEnglish Children’s Picture Book — perfect for readers who enjoy heartfelt stories, warm illustrations, and the beauty of Korean culture.When I Was Young in Korea brings to life the warmth and wonder of growing up in 1990s Korea. Through gentle storytelling, the author shares real memories of family breakfasts with kimchi and fried eggs, mountain trips filled with samgyeopsal, catching fish in cool streams, and pretending to be a laundry man while riding around the neighborhood.Each scene captures the simple joys and deep love of childhood — the kind that stays with you and helps you find happiness again, even as you grow older. Readers will even glimpse everyday 1990s Korea: coffee vending machines humming in bank lobbies, watching cartoons on videotape, and afternoons spent playing outside until the moon came out.For readers who love discovering new cultures, this book offers a heartfelt window into everyday Korean life — long before K-pop and Korean dramas took the world by storm.Originally written twenty years ago, this book has now been lovingly completed by the author herself — a lawyer who, after facing personal hardships, found healing and hope through art. Every page was drawn by her own hand and a free audiobook is also available, read by the author, allowing readers to experience the story with warmth and voice.Readers will enjoy:💛 Heartfelt Memories: True childhood moments that capture the love and laughter of family life.🌸 Korean Culture: Everyday scenes of 1990s Korea — from food to nature to imagination.🎞️ 1990s Details: Videotapes, coffee vending machines, and the charm of a simpler time.🎨 Beautiful Illustrations: Created by the author herself, filled with warmth and authenticity.🌿 Message of Healing: A reminder that joy and light can return, even after difficult times.🎧 Free Audiobook: Listen along as the author narrates her own story.