Kim Ho-Yeon – författare

'Holding on to the belief that life had meaning and must go on, I, too, would carry on.'In this million-copy bestseller from Korea, the owner of a corner store takes in a homeless man who does a good deed – a kind soul whose presence will transform the whole neighbourhood.Seoul Station is home to Dokgo, a man with no memories of his past. Until one day his subdued existence is disrupted when he stumbles upon a lost wallet, triggering a chain of events that will change the course of his life.Enter Mrs. Yeom, a retired teacher turned convenience-store owner, who, upon discovering Dokgo's act of kindness in returning her purse, offers him a meal as a token of her gratitude. Their chance encounter blossoms into an unexpected alliance when the man’s bravery saves the store from ruin, earning him not just a job but a place in the heart of the neighbourhood.But just when things are looking up for Dokgo, Mrs. Yeom's troubled son, eager to sell the store, hires a detective to dig into the mysterious man's past and unearth what he seems to be trying so hard to forget . . .The Second Chance Convenience Store by Kim Ho-Yeon, translated from Korean by Janet Hong, is a moving and joyful story of a woman fighting for her community and a man who has lost everything except the will to try again.'Dok-go's realistic and encouraging relationship with the store's customers, who have their problems and aspirations resolved so well through the pages, wins everyone's hearts' – The Korea TimesWhat Readers are Saying: 'Loved reading this slice of life . . . it is a story of kindness and the power it holds for healing and transformation''Beautiful story that will touch your heart''Quiet, heartfelt and hopeful. Just what I was looking for!''I truly loved this book . . . would have happily read more tales from this convenience store.''I love this book. It is heartwarming and a cozy read for everyone''Sweet without being too saccharine, this was an easy read and a cosy hug of a novel!'

'Holding on to the belief that life had meaning and must go on, I, too, would carry on.'In this million-copy bestseller from Korea, the owner of a corner store takes in a homeless man who does a good deed – a kind soul whose presence will transform the whole neighbourhood.Seoul Station is home to Dokgo, a man with no memories of his past. Until one day his subdued existence is disrupted when he stumbles upon a lost wallet, triggering a chain of events that will change the course of his life.Enter Mrs. Yeom, a retired teacher turned convenience-store owner, who, upon discovering Dokgo's act of kindness in returning her purse, offers him a meal as a token of her gratitude. Their chance encounter blossoms into an unexpected alliance when the man’s bravery saves the store from ruin, earning him not just a job but a place in the heart of the neighbourhood.But just when things are looking up for Dokgo, Mrs. Yeom's troubled son, eager to sell the store, hires a detective to dig into the mysterious man's past and unearth what he seems to be trying so hard to forget . . .The Second Chance Convenience Store by Kim Ho-Yeon, translated from Korean by Janet Hong, is a moving and joyful story of a woman fighting for her community and a man who has lost everything except the will to try again.'Dok-go's realistic and encouraging relationship with the store's customers, who have their problems and aspirations resolved so well through the pages, wins everyone's hearts' – The Korea TimesWhat Readers are Saying: 'Loved reading this slice of life . . . it is a story of kindness and the power it holds for healing and transformation''Beautiful story that will touch your heart''Quiet, heartfelt and hopeful. Just what I was looking for!''I truly loved this book . . . would have happily read more tales from this convenience store.''I love this book. It is heartwarming and a cozy read for everyone''Sweet without being too saccharine, this was an easy read and a cosy hug of a novel!'

"In this million-copy international bestseller from Korea, the owner of a corner store takes in an unhoused man who does a good deed, a kind soul whose presence will transform the whole neighborhood-a heartwarming tale of community and redemption reminiscent of the bestselling novels of Matt Haig and Gabrielle Zevin"--.

'Holding on to the belief that life had meaning and must go on, I, too, would carry on.'In this million-copy bestseller from Korea, the owner of a corner store takes in a homeless man who does a good deed – a kind soul whose presence will transform the whole neighbourhood.Seoul Station is home to Dokgo, a man with no memories of his past. Until one day his subdued existence is disrupted when he stumbles upon a lost wallet, triggering a chain of events that will change the course of his life.Enter Mrs. Yeom, a retired teacher turned convenience-store owner, who, upon discovering Dokgo's act of kindness in returning her purse, offers him a meal as a token of her gratitude. Their chance encounter blossoms into an unexpected alliance when the man’s bravery saves the store from ruin, earning him not just a job but a place in the heart of the neighbourhood.But just when things are looking up for Dokgo, Mrs. Yeom's troubled son, eager to sell the store, hires a detective to dig into the mysterious man's past and unearth what he seems to be trying so hard to forget . . .The Second Chance Convenience Store by Kim Ho-Yeon, translated from Korean by Janet Hong, is a moving and joyful story of a woman fighting for her community and a man who has lost everything except the will to try again.'Dok-go's realistic and encouraging relationship with the store's customers, who have their problems and aspirations resolved so well through the pages, wins everyone's hearts' – The Korea TimesWhat Readers are Saying: 'Loved reading this slice of life . . . it is a story of kindness and the power it holds for healing and transformation''Beautiful story that will touch your heart''Quiet, heartfelt and hopeful. Just what I was looking for!''I truly loved this book . . . would have happily read more tales from this convenience store.''I love this book. It is heartwarming and a cozy read for everyone''Sweet without being too saccharine, this was an easy read and a cosy hug of a novel!'

'Holding on to the belief that life had meaning and must go on, I, too, would carry on.'In this million-copy bestseller from Korea, the owner of a corner store takes in a homeless man who does a good deed – a kind soul whose presence will transform the whole neighbourhood.Seoul Station is home to Dokgo, a man with no memories of his past. Until one day his subdued existence is disrupted when he stumbles upon a lost wallet, triggering a chain of events that will change the course of his life.Enter Mrs. Yeom, a retired teacher turned convenience-store owner, who, upon discovering Dokgo's act of kindness in returning her purse, offers him a meal as a token of her gratitude. Their chance encounter blossoms into an unexpected alliance when the man’s bravery saves the store from ruin, earning him not just a job but a place in the heart of the neighbourhood.But just when things are looking up for Dokgo, Mrs. Yeom's troubled son, eager to sell the store, hires a detective to dig into the mysterious man's past and unearth what he seems to be trying so hard to forget . . .The Second Chance Convenience Store by Kim Ho-Yeon, translated from Korean by Janet Hong, is a moving and joyful story of a woman fighting for her community and a man who has lost everything except the will to try again.'Dok-go's realistic and encouraging relationship with the store's customers, who have their problems and aspirations resolved so well through the pages, wins everyone's hearts' – The Korea TimesWhat Readers are Saying: 'Loved reading this slice of life . . . it is a story of kindness and the power it holds for healing and transformation''Beautiful story that will touch your heart''Quiet, heartfelt and hopeful. Just what I was looking for!''I truly loved this book . . . would have happily read more tales from this convenience store.''I love this book. It is heartwarming and a cozy read for everyone''Sweet without being too saccharine, this was an easy read and a cosy hug of a novel!'

The much anticipated sequel to the million-copy international bestselling debut The Second Chance Convenience Store.Welcome back to the store where everyone has a story.The Second Chance Convenience Store is open again.After captivating millions of readers worldwide, The Second Chance Convenience Store is back with a delightful sequel that’s just as moving and full of heart as the original. In The Last Chance Convenience Store, Ho-yeon Kim invites us once again into the comforting glow of a neighborhood store where laughter, struggles, and second chances converge into one poignant tale.A year-and-a-half has passed. The world has changed—and so has the Always convenience store in Cheongpa-dong. Now under the mask-wearing reality of a pandemic, the store is run by Seon-suk, a once-frustrated mother turned steady manager, and Min-sik, a reluctant leader more concerned with profits than people.But when a new night worker arrives—Hwang Geun-bae, a clumsy yet endearing man in his forties who prefers to go by the name “Hong Sam-bo”—the convenience store begins to transform once again. With a loud voice, a meddlesome streak, and a heart full of unexpected kindness, he brings both chaos and comfort to those around him.Blending sharp wit, gentle humor, and emotional depth, The Last Chance Convenience Store by Kim Ho-Yeon, reminds us that no one is too lost for a second chance—and sometimes, healing starts in the most ordinary of places. Translated from Korean by Janet Hong.What Readers are Saying about The Second Chance Convenience Store:'Loved reading this slice of life . . . it is a story of kindness and the power it holds for healing and transformation''Beautiful story that will touch your heart''Quiet, heartfelt and hopeful. Just what I was looking for!''I truly loved this book . . . would have happily read more tales from this convenience store.''I love this book. It is heartwarming and a cozy read for everyone''Sweet without being too saccharine, this was an easy read and a cosy hug of a novel!'

The much anticipated sequel to the million-copy international bestselling debut The Second Chance Convenience Store.Welcome back to the store where everyone has a story.The Second Chance Convenience Store is open again.After captivating millions of readers worldwide, The Second Chance Convenience Store is back with a delightful sequel that’s just as moving and full of heart as the original. In The Last Chance Convenience Store, Ho-yeon Kim invites us once again into the comforting glow of a neighborhood store where laughter, struggles, and second chances converge into one poignant tale.A year-and-a-half has passed. The world has changed—and so has the Always convenience store in Cheongpa-dong. Now under the mask-wearing reality of a pandemic, the store is run by Seon-suk, a once-frustrated mother turned steady manager, and Min-sik, a reluctant leader more concerned with profits than people.But when a new night worker arrives—Hwang Geun-bae, a clumsy yet endearing man in his forties who prefers to go by the name “Hong Sam-bo”—the convenience store begins to transform once again. With a loud voice, a meddlesome streak, and a heart full of unexpected kindness, he brings both chaos and comfort to those around him.Blending sharp wit, gentle humor, and emotional depth, The Last Chance Convenience Store by Kim Ho-Yeon, reminds us that no one is too lost for a second chance—and sometimes, healing starts in the most ordinary of places. Translated from Korean by Janet Hong.What Readers are Saying about The Second Chance Convenience Store:'Loved reading this slice of life . . . it is a story of kindness and the power it holds for healing and transformation''Beautiful story that will touch your heart''Quiet, heartfelt and hopeful. Just what I was looking for!''I truly loved this book . . . would have happily read more tales from this convenience store.''I love this book. It is heartwarming and a cozy read for everyone''Sweet without being too saccharine, this was an easy read and a cosy hug of a novel!'