Emily Yae Won

Emily Yae Won is a prominent translator, editor, and writer, playing a crucial role in bringing Korean literature to the English-speaking world and vice versa. She is known for her translations of major works, including The Hive and Table for One. Yae Won works at the intersection of cultures, navigating the subtle nuances that exist between the Korean and English languages. Her work allows global audiences to access the vibrant, complex, and often dark themes found in modern Korean fiction.\n\nYae Won is not just a linguistic converter but a cultural interpreter. She understands that translation is an act of rewriting, requiring a deep empathy for the author’s original intent. She has also translated Western classics into Korean, demonstrating her command of both literary traditions. In addition to her translation work, she is an essayist and editor who comments on the art of language. Yae Won contributes to the growing "Korean Wave" in literature, helping to ensure that voices like Yun Ko-eun and others are heard on the international stage. Her work is celebrated for its fluidity and its ability to capture the unique rhythm and atmosphere of the original text.