This was lovely. As someone who has just visited Seoul in the spring, I really wish that had known about Geulwoll before reading this. I knew by the title that this would be a comforting and motivating read. Korean writing itself always leaves me feeling content. I am impressed by the often overlooked facets of life that can be uncovered and shown as beautiful as they truly are. Now it’s time for me to go write a letter.

This book was not what I expected, I was expecting more prompts and self-reflection. This book contained more of why to write letters with a tiny bit about types of paper and supplies.

The Healing Power of Korean Letter Writing was a short, sweet read that is an ode to letter writing. I enjoyed the references to famous letter-writers combined with the author's own thoughts and feelings. The book is not intended to be prescriptive but is rather a work of reflection aiming to inspire. I've had pen pals since childhood, so there was perhaps nothing really new to me here, except for hearing someone else's thoughts on letter-writing; however, it does make me want to go and visit the author's shop the next time I am in Seoul. It is a book that will appeal to those who are already letter-writing aficionados, but I think it would be best suited to those interested in taking up letter-writing but unsure how to start. I am giving it 3.5 stars.