"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...
A group of friends, Lily, Eddy, Anna, Bell, Vivian, Emma, Hyuga, Pye, and Alexis, embark on an exciting street art scavenger hunt through George Town, guided by cryptic clues hidden in vibrant murals. Their quest leads them to an old storyteller who provides a magical wooden bird, ultimately revealing the "Legend of the Whispering Walls." They discover that the true legend is the city's history...
A group of friends, including Eddy, Anna, Lily, Bell, Vivian, Emma, Hyuga, Pye, and Alexis, discover a baby turtle entangled in a discarded fishing net on Batu Ferringhi Beach. Despite initial struggles to get help, they decide to take matters into their own hands, carefully freeing the turtle and discovering more marine life trapped in pollution. Their efforts inspire other beachgoers to join...
During a misty day on Penang Hill, siblings Lily and Eddy discover that the ancient trees whisper forgotten stories of Penang's past, revealing a vibrant history through shimmering memories. Guided by a magical wooden bird, they embark on a quest to uncover and share these tales, connecting with their community and fostering a deeper appreciation for their heritage, ultimately realizing their own...
"The Durian Orchard's Secret Keeper" follows a group of adventurous children – Lily, Bell, Vivian, Eddy, and Anna – who spend their summer guarding the legendary Golden Durian in a mystical orchard. Their quest takes an unexpected turn when they encounter Hyuga, an elderly villager desperate to find the Golden Durian to heal his ailing granddaughter, Alexis. Through a heartwarming act of...
"Chasing the Kingfisher" tells the heartwarming story of Zack, an asthmatic city boy who moves to a kampung near Sungai Pinang and feels out of place until he spots a dazzling blue kingfisher that no one else believes exists. His determined quest to photograph the elusive bird, initially met with skepticism, transforms into a journey of resilience, self-discovery, and unexpected friendships with...
"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...
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...
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...
“Another Level 7 victory for Lily X!” the announcement blared, making Eddy wince. He hated the booming voice that seemed to come from everywhere and nowhere all at once. All around him, other kids, even his sister Anna, were glued to their personal screens, their faces glowing with the bluish light of the latest "Mind-Bend" game. Eddy sighed. The Land of Screens. That's what they called their...
