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...
Chai, a brilliant young boy in Bangkok, manages to upgrade his father’s struggling tuk-tuk with a "Spirit-Drive" engine that runs without fuel, only to discover that the device acts as a beacon for intergalactic travelers. As purple giants and robotic drones begin to crowd the streets of Thailand, Chai and his father must navigate a high-speed chase through the city's famous landmarks to protect...
Lost Between the Chatuchak Weekend Market Stalls follows three best friends—Chai, Arun, and Mei—on a high-stakes, comedic race against time when their pet sugar glider, Bento, escapes into the world's largest outdoor market. With only two hours before the gates close, the trio must navigate a dizzying maze of stalls, dodge grumpy vendors, and outsmart a persistent security guard to save their...
The Great Reunion Race follows a determined young boy named Eddy as he braves the chaotic "Chunyun" travel rush to make it home for his family's Spring Festival dinner. From navigating packed train stations using his "Eel Wiggle" to hitching a ride on a broken-down bus with a talkative Auntie and a basket of chickens, Eddy faces numerous comedic obstacles. Ultimately, the story highlights the...
"The Skyway Pact" tells the heartwarming story of Minah and Sabre, two best friends on their final cable car ride together before Minah moves to a different state. As they ascend through the misty highlands of Genting, they create a 'survival guide' for their friendship, filled with rules and promises to ensure their bond remains strong despite the distance. Their endearing pact, sealed with...
Eddy feels lost and pressured by the expectations of growing up in the fast-paced environment of Kuala Lumpur. During a family outing to the Perdana Botanical Garden, he discovers a mysterious, ancient compass that refuses to point North, instead guiding him through a series of metaphorical encounters within the park's lush landscapes. Through a brush with a mysterious artist and helping others...
13 years old "Detective Xiao Wei" takes on his biggest challenge yet when local horror author Uncle Robert loses his only physical manuscript at the National Library. Through a series of clever observations and a chase through the city's literary hotspots - from trendy cafes to dusty second-hand bookstores - Wei Jun tracks down a cast of quirky suspects, including a distracted researcher and a...
On a school trip to Penang National Park, five students—Nana, Eddy, Lily, Bell, and Ren—uncover a hidden lantern containing a mysterious brass disc, launching them into a thrilling adventure to solve a century-old mystery. Inspired by the story of Captain Ariffin, a lighthouse keeper who vanished in 1885 while trying to guide a ship through a storm, they follow a trail of seven ancient lanterns...
The story of "The Secret of the Spice Farm in Teluk Bahang" unfolds as Eddy and Anna, two inquisitive cousins, find an old map that leads them to an unexplored part of their family's spice farm. With the help of Uncle Larry, they embark on a thrilling adventure through the enchanting jungles of Teluk Bahang, discovering a hidden hut filled with mystical spices and a book of ancient wisdom. This...
"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...
