Stories about everyday life, with relatable characters and situations.
The Tides of Desaru Beach follows twelve-year-old Hana, a curious girl living in a Malaysian coastal town, who discovers a mysterious message in a bottle washed up on the shore. The cryptic note leads her on a journey through her family’s history, eventually uncovering the truth about her great-grandfather’s lost ship, the Seri Desaru. By solving the puzzle of "where the hibiscus meets the salt,"...
"The Echoes in the Batu Caves Stair" is a heartwarming tale of two twelve-year-old boys, Arjun and Malik, who were once inseparable until a misunderstanding drove them apart. A chance encounter during a steep climb up the iconic, colorful stairs of Malaysia's Batu Caves forces them to move past their pride. Amidst the heat, pesky monkeys, and breathtaking views, the boys navigate the difficult...
In the heart of bustling Kuala Lumpur lies the last patch of virgin rainforest—Bukit Nanas. When competitive classmates Amir and Liyana are paired for a school project to find a rare medicinal herb rumored to grow deep within the KL Forest Eco Park, their mutual disdain threatens to derail the mission before it begins. Forced to rely on each other as monsoon rains swell the trails, leeches cling...
In The Secret of the KL Central Market Clock, four curious friends—Aisha, Leo, Mei Lin, and Amir—stumble upon a hidden diary from 1948 while sheltering from rain in Kuala Lumpur’s historic Central Market. The diary, left by a young man named Elias during the post-war era, leads them on a city-wide scavenger hunt through batik stalls, riverbanks, and colonial landmarks. As they decode riddles and...
In the lively heart of George Town, Penang, a bustling food court becomes the backdrop for an extraordinary journey of connection as children from diverse cultural backgrounds—Malay, Chinese, Indian, Korean, and more—come together over shared meals and discover the joy of friendship. Through the universal language of food, characters like Eddy, Anna, Lily, Emma, Bell, and Vivian exchange not only...
In the quiet village of Kampung Kuantan, Merdeka 2025 becomes a heartfelt celebration of family, friendship, and community. After years of hardship and separation, loved ones return home to honor the day with simple but meaningful traditions—raising flags, sharing food, and walking in a unity parade. Through handmade decorations, shared meals, and children’s lantern wishes, the villagers...
"Jellyfish Summer at Monkey Beach" is a heartwarming coming-of-age story about Lily, a shy girl whose quiet summer holiday takes an unexpected turn when she experiences a jellyfish sting. Initially overwhelmed by fear of the ocean and hesitant to make new friends, Lily gradually finds her courage with the gentle encouragement of Eddy and Anna. Through a beach treasure hunt, she not only confronts...
"George Town's Secret Garden" tells the heartwarming story of Anna, a new girl in George Town, and her adventurous friend Eddy, who stumble upon a hidden, overgrown garden behind an old shophouse. As they begin to restore the forgotten space, they are joined by other children from the neighborhood, including Lily, Bell, Vivian, and Emma. Through their collective efforts, they not only transform...
After her mother returns from Singapore emotionally distant and silent, eleven-year-old Emma begins walking the Teluk Duyung shoreline each evening, collecting seashells and uncovering mysterious notes left behind years ago by her mother’s childhood friends. With help from her friend Lily N, Emma pieces together clues that reveal the joyful, adventurous girl her mother once was. As the two bond...
After her father loses his job at the Weld Quay docks, eleven-year-old Lina begins working odd jobs around Pulau Tikus to help her family. One rainy evening, she meets a mysterious stray dog who becomes her quiet companion and guide through the hidden corners of their coastal neighborhood. As monsoon floods threaten the community, Lina and the dog - whom she names Tikus - embark on a courageous...
