“Stories are both an escape from the truths of the world and the only way to see them clearly.” —Axie Oh
We're thrilled to announce LitJoy's The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea Special Edition by Axie Oh, a New York Times Bestseller! This captivating YA fantasy romance is a feminist retelling of a classic Korean folktale, and we can't wait for you to dive into this lush, atmospheric story with Mina, our brave and selfless heroine.
Front Cover - art by @artofJoohei
This exclusive annotated edition is full to the brim with special features and stunning artwork honoring the beautiful story within. Prepare to fall beneath the sea with Mina and experience this bestseller in a whole new way! Preorders for this special edition open in August.
Back cover - art by @artofJoohei
"My fate is not yours to decide. My fate belongs to me." —Axie Oh
Experience Mina's fierce spirit as she takes fate into her own hands in LitJoy's The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea Special Edition. These powerful endpapers pull you deep into Axie Oh's atmospheric retelling of a classic Korean folktale.
Front Endpaper - art by @patsylascanoart
Back Endpaper - art by @sajrafox
And don't miss these gorgeous edges designed by @artofJoohei to match the cover!
“Nothing extraordinary is ever done out of reason or logic, but because it’s the only way for your soul to breathe.” —Axie Oh
Sink deeper into this bestselling retelling of a classic Korean folktale with this mesmerizing tip-in art. Prepare to have your breath taken away!
View Mina through the waters of the pond of paper boats in this stunning portrait of our heroine created by @sajrafox . . .
Dive into a beloved moment brought to life by @patsylascanoart, where Mina tells Shin a story with another important character listening in . . .
The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea Special Edition features include:
- AUTHOR SIGNATURE: signed by the author Axie Oh
- SIGNATURE PAGE: custom designed signature page
- AUTHOR ANNOTATIONS: handwritten annotations by Axie Oh
- COVER: a gorgeous Wibalin cover with gold foiling designed by @artofJoohei
- TIP-IN ART: beautifully captured character tip-in art pages by @patsylascanoart and @sajrafox
- ENDPAPER ART: striking scene endpapers also designed by @patsylascanoart and @sajrafox
- PAGE EDGES: stunning digital page edges to match the cover designed by @artofJoohei
Price: $45.00
Important Dates
- August 21, 10am MT - Lunacorns EARLY ACCESS sales open for preorder
- Limit one per customer during Lunacorn early access
- August 22, 10am MT - Public sales open for preorder
- Estimated Shipping Date - late fall
About the Author
Axie Oh
Axie Oh is the New York Times bestselling author of The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea, the Love & Seoul series (XOXO, ASAP), and the Rebel Seoul series. Born in New York City and raised in New Jersey, she studied Korean history and creative writing as an undergrad at the University of California San Diego and holds an MFA in Writing for Young People from Lesley University. Her passions include K-pop, anime, stationery supplies, and milk tea, and she currently resides in Las Vegas, Nevada, with her dogs, Toro and Leila.