Han Kang Wins the 2024 Nobel Prize for Literature

Sharifah Williams, Book Riot's director of content, steps in with lively insights on Han Kang's recent Nobel Prize win. They explore the significance of this honor for female authors and Korean literature's place in the global scene. The duo discusses the alarming statistic claiming there are only 20,000 serious readers of literary fiction, prompting thoughts on modern engagement with literature. Plus, they delve into nostalgic reflections on reading trends and the commercialization of literary experiences, sparking a debate on what great literature truly represents.