Maia, a 12-year-old girl on a school trip to the breathtaking Milford Sound, discovers an ancient silver locket hidden near a waterfall. Along with her friend Jun-Ho, she embarks on a journey through the dense New Zealand bush, following a trail of coordinates left behind a century ago. The quest leads them to discover the deep connection between Maia's family history and the wild landscape of...
Thanh, a spirited twelve-year-old helping his aunt at the iconic Saigon Central Post Office, discovers a long-lost letter dated from the final days of the Vietnam War in 1975. Defying the passage of time, Thanh embarks on a journey across the bustling, evolving streets of Ho Chi Minh City to find "the girl with the red ribbon." This heartwarming tale bridges the gap between the past and the...
In the lush heart of Vietnam’s Cuc Phuong National Park, a young volunteer named Lam discovers that saving a rescued sun bear cub requires more than just medicine and food. When a traumatized cub named Kopi refuses to eat, Lam uses his deep connection to his grandmother’s stories and the rhythmic "songs" of the ancient forest—mimicking bird calls and the rustle of leaves—to stir the cub’s will to...
Linh, a city girl obsessed with capturing the "perfect" social-media-worthy photo, travels to the Mu Cang Chai rice terraces during the harvest season. Through her interactions with her hardworking cousins and a humbling fall into the mud, she realizes that true beauty isn't found in untouched landscapes, but in the grit, sweat, and communal joy of the people who shape the land.
Twelve-year-old Minh lives on a tour boat in Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay, surrounded by his grandfather’s "tall tales" about hidden treasures. When he discovers a secret carving on a limestone cliff, he realizes the stories were real and embarks on a race against a rising tide to uncover a long-lost family secret. Through his bravery and wit, Minh finds a hidden "debt of honor" left by his grandfather...
Pineapple Tarts for a Rainy Day is a moving story about twelve-year-old Ah Boy and his aging grandfather, Gong Gong, as they prepare traditional Lunar New Year treats in their family home. As Gong Gong struggles with the early stages of dementia, the sensory experience of baking—specifically the sharp scents of cloves and cinnamon—acts as a "map" to help him navigate back to his memories and his...
Seven Wishes in the Air is a heartwarming tale of seven childhood friends, known as the "Seven Stars," who gather for their annual Lunar New Year Yee Sang ritual. As they navigate the daunting transition into their teenage years, each friend adds a specific ingredient to the communal platter, symbolizing their personal struggles—from academic pressure and health scares to grief and loneliness...
The Beast and the Firecracker is a vibrant reimagining of the Chinese New Year legend, centered on a spunky boy named Eddy and his clever friend Belly. Tired of their village constantly fleeing from the terrifying sea-beast Nian, the duo follows the advice of a mysterious old man who reveals the creature's secret weaknesses: bright colors and loud noises. Through the invention of the...
The story follows three best friends—Haikal, Mei Ling, and Alwin—who discover a hidden puzzle etched into the iconic Glass House at Danga Bay. Their curiosity leads them on a scavenger hunt across the waterfront, solving riddles that eventually reveal a hidden diary from 1945. Through the diary, the children learn about the forgotten bravery of the multi-racial fishing village that once stood...
During a routine visit to the National Museum of Malaysia, a curious 12-year-old named Daniel discovers a series of hidden symbols etched into ancient artifacts. With the guidance of Uncle Mutu, a wise and mysterious museum curator, Daniel deciphers a secret code left behind by a forgotten group of resistance members known as the "Silent Heroes." Their journey leads to the discovery of a lost...
