Sun-mi Hwang

This is the story of a dog named Scraggly. Born an outsider because of her distinctive appearance, she spends most of her days in the sun-filled yard of her owner's house. Scraggly has dreams and aspirations just like the rest of us. But each winter, dark clouds descend and Scraggly is faced with challenges that she must overcome. Through the clouds and even beyond the gates of her owner's yard lies the possibility of friendship, motherhood and happiness - they are for the taking if Scraggly can just hold on to them, bring them home and build the life she so desperately desires. The Dog Who Dared to Dream is a wise tale of the relationship between dog and man, as well as a celebration of a life lived with courage. Translated into English for the first time, it is a classic from Sun-mi Hwang, an international bestselling author.

This is the story of a hen named Sprout. No longer content to lay eggs on command only to have them carted off to the market, she glimpses her future every morning through the barn doors, where the other animals roam free, and comes up with a plan to escape into the wild-and to hatch an egg of her own. An anthem for individuality and motherhood, The Hen Who Dreamed She Could Fly has captivated millions of readers in Korea. Now the novel is making its way around the world, where it has the potential to inspire generations of readers the way Jonathan Livingston Seagull or The Alchemist have. And with Nomoco's evocative illustrations throughout, this first English-language edition beautifully captures the journey of an unforgettable character in world literature.

The 2-million-copy bestselling modern fable from Korea that is winning hearts around the world This is the story of a hen named Sprout. No longer content to lay eggs on command, only to have them carted off to the market, she glimpses her future every morning through the barn doors, where the other animals roam free, and comes up with a plan to escape into the wild--and to hatch an egg of her own. An anthem for freedom, individuality and motherhood featuring a plucky, spirited heroine who rebels against the tradition-bound world of the barnyard, "The Hen Who Dreamed She Could Fly "is a novel of universal resonance that also opens a window on Korea, where it has captivated millions of readers. And with its array of animal characters--the hen, the duck, the rooster, the dog, the weasel--it calls to mind such classics in English as "Animal Farm "and "Charlotte""'s Web." Featuring specially-commissioned illustrations, this first English-language edition of Sun-mi Hwang's fable for our times beautifully captures the journey of an unforgettable character in world literature.

FROM THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLING AUTHOR SUN-MI HWANG This is the story of a dog named Scraggly. Born an outsider because of her distinctive appearance, she spends most of her days in the sun-filled yard of her owners house. Scraggly has dreams and aspirations just like the rest of us. But each winter, dark clouds descend and Scraggly is faced with challenges that she must overcome. Through the clouds and even beyond the gates of her owners yard lies the possibility of friendship, motherhood and happiness - they are for the taking if Scraggly can just hold on to them, bring them home and build the life she so desperately desires. The Dog Who Dared to Dream is a wise tale of the relationship between dog and man, as well as a celebration of a life lived with courage. Translated into English for the first time, it is a classic from Sun-mi Hwang, the international bestselling author.

BewitchingIndependentA very special little book. I absolutely loved it. NYT-bestselling author Lisa SeeTHE UNFORGETTABLE KOREAN BESTSELLER CAPTIVATING READERS ACROSS THE WORLDThis is the story of a hen named Sprout. No longer content to lay eggs on command only to have them carted off to the market, she glimpses her future every morning through the barn doors, where the other animals roam free, and comes up with a plan to escape into the wildand to hatch an egg of her own.An anthem for individuality and motherhood, The Hen Who Dreamed She Could Fly has captivated millions of readers in Korea. Now the novel is making its way around the world, where it has the potential to inspire generations of readers the way Jonathan Livingston Seagull or The Alchemist have. And with Nomocos evocative illustrations throughout, this first English-language edition beautifully captures the journey of an unforgettable character in world literature.Bewitching a fabular bestseller told from the point of view of a homeless hen, which will make grown men and women cry.Independent

Celebrated bestselling author Sun-mi Hwang is back with a heartwarming new novel about renewal and friendship. This is the story of a man named Kang Dae-su. His whole life is a miracle, rising from poverty to running a successful construction company. In his twilight years, Kang is diagnosed with a brain tumour. He returns to his childhood home of Cherry Hill. He acquires a crumbling old house in which to retreat from the world, yet the residents of the town have other plans. They seem hell-bent on intruding on Kangs private property. But who does the house, and Cherry Hill, really belong to? Is it owned by the construction company who is trying to rejuvenate the neighbourhood? Or does it belong to the residents who have used the land to play, think, walk, love and explore for generations? And how is the bitter and despondent Kangs childhood tied to this magical place? Miracle on Cherry Hill is a redemptive story of a damaged man regaining his trust in humanity. It explores the fragility of nature and human lives and is much-loved classic in South Korea. Includes beautiful illustrations inside. Praise for The Hen Who Dreamed She Could Fly:I was completely sucked into this story . . . bursting with originality . . . an instant classicGuardian Bewitching . . . will make grown men and women cryIndependent

The Korean Charlottes WebMore than 2 million copies sold This is the story of a hen named Sprout. No longer content to lay eggs on command, only to have them carted off to the market, she glimpses her future every morning through the barn doors, where the other animals roam free, and comes up with a plan to escape into the wildand to hatch an egg of her own. An anthem for freedom, individuality, and motherhood featuring a plucky, spirited heroine who rebels against the tradition-bound world of the barnyard, The Hen Who Dreamed She Could Fly is a novel of universal resonance that also opens a window on Korea, where it has captivated millions of readers. And with its array of animal charactersthe hen, the duck, the rooster, the dog, the weaselit calls to mind such classics in English as Animal Farm and Charlottes Web. Featuring specially-commissioned illustrations, this first English-language edition of Sun-mi Hwangs fable for our times beautifully captures the journey of an unforgettable character in world literature.

La gallina que soñaba con volar es un clásico contemporáneo, una fábula conmovedora que habla de amor, esperanza, lealtad y, sobre todo, libertad.Esta es la historia de una gallina ponedora llamada Brote. Desde su jaula, ansia escapar a la libertad del corral y cumplir sus sueños. En su busqueda de la felicidad, Brote se enfrentara al miedo a lo desconocido, al rechazo de los demas animales y al peligro que conlleva recorrer su propio camino.A veces el personaje mas sencillo, presentado en la prosa mas llana, se embarca en el viaje mas heroico que puede hacerse en la vida. Ahi teneis a Brote, una gallina valerosa cuyo modesto sueño de empollar un solo huevo la llevara a encontrar su verdadero lugar en el mundo natural. Corazon, audacia y empatia son las unicas habilidades que necesita Brote para orientarse en esta arriesgada travesia en el delicioso libro de Sun-mi Hwang.Reseñas: La gallina que soñaba con volar es una novela que combina esplendidamente la fabula, la filosofia, la literatura infantil y la mirada a la naturaleza. Adam Johnson, ganador del premio PulitzerUna inteligente alegoria sobre la vida.Kirkus ReviewsTodo lo maravilloso de la vida se concentra en esta novela. Kyung·sook Shin, autora de Por favor, cuida de mamaUna fabula contada con sencillez y, sin embargo, apasionante.Publishers WeeklyCon un aire a Juan Salvador Gaviota, este breve pero poderoso cuento dejara huella en lectores de todas las edades, que podran entenderlo al pie de la letra o profundizar en sus meditaciones sobre vivir con coraje y enfrentarse a la muerte.Booklist

La gallina que soñaba con volar es un clásico contemporáneo, una fábula conmovedora que habla de amor, esperanza, lealtad y, sobre todo, libertad. Esta es la historia de una gallina ponedora llamada Brote. Desde su jaula, ansia escapar a la libertad del corral y cumplir sus sueños. En su busqueda de la felicidad, Brote se enfrentara al miedo a lo desconocido, al rechazo de los demas animales y al peligro que conlleva recorrer su propio camino. A veces el personaje mas sencillo, presentado en la prosa mas llana, se embarca en el viaje mas heroico que puede hacerse en la vida. Ahi teneis a Brote, una gallina valerosa cuyo modesto sueño de empollar un solo huevo la llevara a encontrar su verdadero lugar en el mundo natural. Corazon, audacia y empatia son las unicas habilidades que necesita Brote para orientarse en esta arriesgada travesia en el delicioso libro de Sun-mi Hwang.Reseñas:La gallina que soñaba con volar es una novela que combina esplendidamente la fabula, la filosofia, la literatura infantil y la mirada a la naturaleza.Adam Johnson, ganador del premio Pulitzer Una inteligente alegoria sobre la vida.Kirkus Reviews Todo lo maravilloso de la vida se concentra en esta novela.Kyung·sook Shin, autora de Por favor, cuida de mamaUna fabula contada con sencillez y, sin embargo, apasionante.Publishers Weekly Con un aire a Juan Salvador Gaviota, este breve pero poderoso cuento dejara huella en lectores de todas las edades, que podran entenderlo al pie de la letra o profundizar en sus meditaciones sobre vivir con coraje y enfrentarse a la muerte.Booklist