Coming-of-Age MysteryFamily & Friendship

The Girl Who Talked to Rain Trees

When Qiu Wen discovers a mysterious message tied to her favorite rain tree, she and her friends follow a trail of hidden clues leading to an abandoned house and a box of forgotten letters written by a girl who lived there many years ago. As Qiu Wen uncovers the story of someone who feared being forgotten, she begins to understand her own feelings about her father’s absence—and discovers that listening closely to the world around her may be the first step toward bringing her family, friends, and changing neighborhood closer together.

Fantasy AdventureFood & Friendship

The Great Dumpling Dilemma

When seventeen-year-old food-loving bookshop assistant Mei-Ling discovers that every dumpling prepared for Hanamura’s biggest festival has mysteriously vanished, she follows a trail of purple flour into a hidden world beneath the city. There she discovers the secretive Doughlings, a forgotten race of magical dumpling-makers who stole the festival food because their ancient recipes had been abandoned. But when the underground Great Steamer begins to break down, Mei-Ling must combine her cooking instincts, an ancient ingredient, and the help of her friends to save both the Doughlings and the festival. Along the way, she learns that the things people forget can sometimes hold the greatest stories—and the tastiest surprises.

Magical RealismIntergenerational Family Adventure

I love Pickles: A Gherkin Adventure

The sun peeked through the dusty window of Mr. Huang’s quirky little shop, casting playful shadows over jars of vibrant pickles while he pondered a mysterious message from a one-legged bird warning of a global cucumber crisis, leaving his skeptical granddaughter Mei and their fluffy Pekingese, Bao Bao, to wonder if the legendary “chosen gherkin” could possibly save their family legacy and the world’s favorite snack.

Magical RealismCommunity & Friendship Fiction

Cosmic Laundry Day

At the quirky mountain laundromat known as “Starry Cosmic,” cheerful owner Mei Lin hosts the annual Cosmic Laundry Day, where colorful residents like Yuki and Jin turn an ordinary chore into a sparkling celebration filled with dance, bubble tea, and a touch of cosmic stardust.

Magical RealismFantasy Adventure

The Shimmering Surprise of Balik Pulau

In the secluded town of Balik Pulau, quirky retired fishing captain Chen Wu relaxes on a creaky porch swing eating green cucumbers, feeling unnerved by an unnatural calm until his grandson Jin arrives to fix an old dragon weathervane—just before a mysterious, jewel-shimmering storm descends upon the coast, transforming their quiet village into a magical, unpredictable new world.

Family & FriendshipCommunity & Personal Growth

One Bowl at a Time

When fifteen-year-old Eddy discovers that his family’s beloved satay celup / lok-lok stall may have to close, he refuses to sit around and watch a piece of his childhood disappear. With the help of his quick-talking best friend Jiwoo, his stubborn little sister Anna, his hardworking family, and a whole neighborhood of unexpected allies, Eddy organizes one unforgettable food night to raise money for the repairs. But when even their biggest effort falls short, Eddy learns that saving something precious isn’t always about one grand victory—it can happen through dozens of small acts of kindness, one bowl at a time.

Friendship & Self-DiscoveryNature Fantasy Adventure

The Owl Who Was Scared of the Dark

Aru, an owl who prefers daylight and fears the dark, is unexpectedly chosen to guide a forest festival during a stormy night. Struggling with his fear, he learns to rely on sound, memory, and teamwork instead of sight, ultimately leading his community safely through chaos and discovering that courage isn’t the absence of fear—but the ability to move forward with it.

Mystery & Detective AdventureComing-of-age fiction

A Rolled-Up Piece of Yellowed Paper

When sharp-eyed young detective Eddy discovers a rolled-up piece of yellowed paper hidden beneath a floorboard, he and his clever elder sister Anna are drawn into a decades-old neighbourhood mystery involving a stopped clock, a house with blue steps, an old bridge and a secret club of children from the past. As the siblings follow a trail of increasingly puzzling clues, they uncover a forgotten collection of local memories—and discover that the real treasure was never something that could be bought or buried. It was the stories, friendships and everyday moments that make a neighbourhood feel like home.

Mystery AdventureFriendship & Coming-of-Age

Penang Hill Hidden Trail

When shy JL spots a mysterious golden lantern flickering along a misty trail on Penang Hill, nobody believes her—except her best friend Eddy. Together, they follow the impossible light into a forgotten forest path where they discover an abandoned hut, an old map, and the story of a girl who once tried to protect a trail that everyone had forgotten. But when a powerful storm traps them deep in the forest, JL and Eddy must rely on their courage, friendship, and a strange lantern that seems determined to guide them home. Their adventure teaches them that sometimes the greatest treasures aren’t things you can carry away—they are places, memories, and stories worth remembering.