SEOUL, Oct. 16 -- South Korean author Baek Se-hee, known for her best-selling book I Want to Die but I Want to Eat Tteokbokki, has died.

According to Chosun Biz, Baek, 35, was declared brain-dead and passed away at National Health Insurance Service Ilsan Hospital, where multiple organs were donated, giving five individuals a chance at new lives, officials said.

A message from Baek's younger sibling was shared through the Korea Organ Donation Agency, describing her as a loving and gentle person. As reported by Chosun Biz, the note expresseda heartfelt farewell.

"Older sister, who shared hearts with people through writing. Knowing your kind heart that loved much and could not hate anyone, now rest comfortably in the sky. I love you so mu...