Kim Hyun Sook, author portrait

Kim Hyun Sook

Kim Hyun Sook (she/her) was hunted down by the police for reading banned books in 1980s South Korea. Her Freeman Award–winning graphic novel about the experience, Banned Book Club, has now been banned in Florida. Kim is her family name. You can call her Hyun Sook.


Ryan Estrada (he/him) is the Eisner-nominated co-creator of Banned Book Club, No Rules Tonight, Occulted, Learn to Read Korean in 15 Minutes, and the Student Ambassador series. The best thing he's ever done is marry Hyun Sook. His work can be found at ryanestrada.com.
Good Old-Fashioned Korean Spirit: A Graphic Novel
No Rules Tonight

Books

Good Old-Fashioned Korean Spirit: A Graphic Novel
No Rules Tonight

Get Inspired! Books for After-School Clubs & Activities

Coordinating after-school clubs and activities in your school community? Explore our collection of books that will help students discover their passion for new (and screen-free!) hobbies. Focusing on topics such as art, board games, crafting, cooking, nature, sports, and more—these books are bound to spark imagination and movement. Browse the middle school and high school

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