★ A new work by Ilhong, a beloved Korean author of healing essays whose previous works including I Hope That's You have been widely loved by young readers. This book has sold over 100,000 copies in Korea.
★ Written for those who carry heavy burdens through life and often doubt themselves—for those who have earnestly endured each day—this book firmly delivers the comfort that "happiness will surely come," resonating deeply with all who have persisted through hardship.
★ Offers clear guidance on facing life positively, embracing setbacks and inner turmoil, helping readers realize that happiness has always been by their side.
★ Skilled at capturing everyday exhaustion and confusion, the author infuses the days and nights with warmth and empathy through gentle, heartfelt prose, providing steady companionship. The entire book radiates warm strength, showing readers that every moment of perseverance will eventually be rewarded with happiness—and that happiness has never been far away.

How was your day today? Did things not go as planned? Did your efforts fail to bear fruit? Do you feel like you're not good enough? Sometimes, even small mistakes linger in your mind, replaying over and over. This book is written for those who have earnestly endured each day and still muster the courage to move forward—affirming with certainty that happiness will come. Its pages are filled with words worth engraving in your heart, offering comfort to everyone who has persevered through hardship.

Ilhong, who won the hearts of many readers with I Hope That's You and When Simply Living Feels Overwhelmingly Hard, now writes with the hope of infusing both your days and nights with happiness. This book will clearly guide you toward a positive outlook on life, helping you embrace the inevitable setbacks and inner chaos. This shared effort will resonate deeply with readers, reminding you that you are not alone in your struggles. May you, who are striving to become a better version of yourself, come to recognize that happiness has always been right beside you.

Ilhong

A beloved Korean author of healing essays, Ilhong is known for works such as I Hope That's You and When Simply Living Feels Overwhelmingly Hard, which have been widely loved by young Korean readers. She excels at capturing the exhaustion and confusion of everyday life, offering comfort and strength through gentle, empathetic prose. Her books have frequently appeared on Kyobo Book Centre's essay bestseller lists, and this book has sold over 100,000 copies in Korea.

“I was born in summer, yet I hated summer. To escape the scorching heat, I walked only in the shade, and my rain-soaked expression pretended as though nothing had happened. I thought that if I could just avoid summer, I'd be fine. But looking back, all my most brilliant memories spilled out of summer's pocket. I picked them up one by one—and then I fell in love with summer. This is a story about the happiness we almost missed.”

“To love the things we once couldn't love, to cherish what we once didn't—I want to be happy with you.”

“May we become courage for each other.”