Cho Nam-Joo
Cho Nam-joo is a Korean author known for her impactful feminist writing.
A former television scriptwriter, she gained international recognition with her third novel, "Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982," which has been translated into 18 languages.
Cho's work draws from her personal experiences as a woman in Korean society, particularly after leaving her job to become a stay-at-home mother.
Her writing focuses on gender inequality and discrimination in Korea, and has sparked significant discussions on these issues.
Cho's ability to create relatable characters and scenarios that resonate across cultures has contributed to her growing global readership and influence in contemporary literature.
