Young-ha Kim

Kim Young-ha, born in 1968 in Gangwon-do, is a South Korean writer. He made his literary debut with the novel “Der Sterbehelfer,” which won the Munhak-dongne Prize and established him as a bestselling author in South Korea. His novels and stories often portray young people in modern Seoul and depart from traditional narrative conventions while exploring contemporary themes. Other works published in German include “Schwarze Blume” and “Ein seltsamer Verein.” He has received further literary awards for his writing.