● Book Introduction
A Messenger of Hope and Courage: “Stationery Store Stories”
“Stationery Store Stories” is a heartwarming story set in a stationery store run by the protagonist, a daughter and her father, who has lost one eye, for the past 12 years. Every day, the father listens to the stories of people from the neighborhood and prepares warm gifts and notes with his daughter. The carefully prepared gifts and notes bring great comfort and encouragement to the people of the stories, giving them hope and courage.
● Publisher's Review
Empathy and Consideration for Others
The father listens carefully to the stories of people and sincerely tries to understand their situations and feelings. He empathizes with and cares for them by offering them the gifts of comfort and encouragement they need. Through three different stories, the book shows that even small gifts and a few warm words can touch people's hearts.
The Value of Communication through “Stories”
This book tells the stories of people who have difficulties and wounds due to the lack of communication. From a son who cannot resolve conflicts with his mother, to father who does not understand his daughter’s feelings, to a friend who is being bullied, the “stories” sent to the stationery store owner provide clues to resolving conflicts.
“Stationery Store Stories,” a symbol of hope and courage recommended by Affinity Universe
Through the stationery shop owner, the protagonists of the stories find new hope and courage even in situations that require courage, adversity, or emotional difficulties. As Affinity Universe’s ninth picture book, it conveys the message that one must harness the power of positivity to overcome life’s challenges.
Seonhye Choi, a picture book author, published her first book “Stationery Store Stories,” while studying web design at Affinity Universe. The author has shared her philosophy on the world of picture books by writing press articles and blog posts related to them. The author’s first picture book, full of hope and courage, reflects her warm view on the world.