"Where the Breadfruit Falls" is a heartwarming historical realism story set in 1978 during Penang's rubber boom. Ten-year-old Ethan, forced to work in a rubber plantation near Balik Pulau instead of attending school, discovers an ancient breadfruit tree with names carved into its trunk by children from decades past. Inspired, he begins writing letters to these unknown children, secretly tucking...
In the heart of George Town, a secret society of clever cats led by the sassy Kari springs into action when a lost tourist, an approaching storm, and a newborn kitten in danger all threaten harmony. From rooftop scouts to streetwise charmers, each cat uses their unique talents to guide, warn, and rescue—proving that even the smallest paws can make a big difference. Filled with humor, heart, and...
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...
When prized durians mysteriously vanish from stalls at the bustling Gurney Drive Night Market, best friends Eddy and Anna form the "Midnight Durian Society" to solve the puzzling case. With help from their quirky friends and clues ranging from gossip among hawkers to a parrot with a security camera, they uncover a surprising truth: mischievous raccoons are behind the disappearances, throwing...
"Monsoon Season Secrets" follows thirteen-year-old Aisha through her heartfelt diary entries, sketches, and notes exchanged with friends during Penang’s longest monsoon season. Feeling overlooked as her best friend Anna drifts toward a new classmate, Aisha discovers a mysterious mural hidden beneath an underpass - one that honors forgotten souls from past floods. With the help of reclusive artist...
Young Ling discovers a mysterious music box in her grandmother’s attic that plays a haunting melody only she can hear. When the tune awakens ancient whispers from beneath the stilt houses of Chew Jetty, Ling uncovers a forgotten legend of the Merrow Sisters - mysterious water spirits who once protected the village. With the help of her brave and loyal friends, Ling unlocks the song’s secret...
In the vibrant streets of George Town, twelve-year-old Xiao Bin Bin steps in to help his aging grandfather make final deliveries on their beloved, creaky trishaw before it’s retired due to modern changes. Through each journey, Xiao Bin Bin discovers heartfelt stories woven into the trishaw’s history, connecting him to his family and community. With the help of his lively friends - Eddy, Anna...
When colorful chalk mysteriously rains from the sky onto Armenian Street, a group of neighborhood kids discovers that the overnight drawings predict small, meaningful events in their lives. Shy artist Iman realizes his hands are somehow connected to the magic, and as the children follow the chalk's gentle clues, they learn that the true magic lies not in prediction - but in kindness, friendship...
Thirteen-year-old Zara fights to save her family’s cherished nasi kandar stall, Rasa Mama Nana, from closing due to rising rent by entering a youth cooking contest. Inspired by her late grandmother’s secret “Heartbeat Recipes,” Zara gathers love, memories, and support from her quirky, caring community - including her mother Anna, siblings, cousins, and friends - to create a dish that captures the...
Shy nature-lover Amir discovers he can hear the pleas of mangrove trees when illegal loggers threaten the forest near Teluk Bahang. With the help of his brave and loyal friends - including Lily N, Eddy, Anna, X, Bell, Emma, Alexis, Pye, and Hyuga - he finds the courage to speak for the voiceless trees, rallying the village to protect their vital coastal ecosystem. Through teamwork, empathy, and...
