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Winners of the ITBM-PENA-BH Writing Competition
The categories of the competition are Novel, Short Story, and Poetry. The first to third prize winning entries are listed here.
Malaya as seen by Colonial Authors
This book is a study of the writings of four colonial authors, Frank Swettenham, Hugh Clifford, George Maxwell (all colonial officers) and Anthony Burgess a teacher at the Malay College for Boys.
Back to the past adventure stories for children
Children’s book author Heidi Shamsuddin’s first series of books feature three children who find a mysterious door under a stairs at school that transports them to the past.
The Adventures of Yaya and Fufu
It is human rights education simplified for kids! Teaming up with Amin Landak, one of Malaysia's finest comic illustrator, Dr Mohd Faizal Musa (Faisal Tehrani) has created a series of amazing educational stories from the adventurous travelogue of Yaya and Fufu.
Living Pathways
Published by Areca Books, 'Living Pathways' deals with the challenges faced by the ecosystems and way of life as many Asian nations race for first world status and ape western norms. A beautifully presented book, it is full of wonderful pictures of the environment and life in Asia.
Guide to Traditional Children's Games
Children’s traditional games are one of the national treasures inherited from long ago. The games are passed on verbally from one generation to the next. Only a few remain in existence today. Published by Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka, this series is a collection of 100 types of children’s traditional games.
A Call to Travel; Muslim Odysseys
'A Call to Travel' recounts the travels of the author, Rumaizah Abu Bakar to several Muslim countries, specifically Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Indonesia.
Collecting Stories of Princesses from Around the World
In a project that started since last Frankfurt Book Fair, Malaysian author and illustrator, Emila Yusof presented her new book which showed that princesses come in all shapes, sizes and stories.
Innovation from Asia - eBook Rental at Airport
Faiz Al-Shahab of e-Sentral (Xentral Methods) was one of the speakers at the Frankfurt Book Fair's Forum Production in Publishing featuring innovations from Asia. In his talk, Faiz presented the eBook rental facility via Bluetooth beacon technology, a partnership effort between Malaysia Airports and e-Sentral (Xentral Methods).
The Accidental Self-publisher
Sheikh Faisal left his job in a publishing company to self publish his own books. Eleven years later he is providing self-publishing services to other writers in addition to a bundle of other advisory services.
Johor Palate - Tanjung Puteri Recipes
A meticulously produced cookbook by Kalsom Taib and Hamidah Abdul Hamid preserves recipes from four generations.
Three Points
Sum Lih Kang, business development director at Pelangi Publishing Group gives three points
on how the company is improving their content and delivery.
on how the company is improving their content and delivery.
The Right to Brand
'The Right to Brand, Levelling the brand playing field: Lessons from an emerging market’, by Yasmin Merican, CEO of Trax Associates, is designed to assist new brand owners identify the key issues in developing their brands, how to deal with roadblocks, and how to communicate the value of their brands to markets. Just as important, is also how to sustain the effectiveness of their brand over time as the environment changes at home and abroad.
Interview with Muhammad Hj Salleh
Prof Muhammad Hj Salleh is Malaysia's National Laureate (1991) and even today, after his retirement, he keeps himself busy with writing and translating. Peter Duke interviews the professor at his home as he reviews his life in writing and teaching.
Rozlan Mohd Noor, Contemporary Crime Writer from Malaysia
Ex-police officer, Rozlan Mohd Noor has published six crime novels, drawing on his vast experience and, you could argue, writing is his way of attempting to address his angst with the system. He also talks about his experiences of publishing in Malaysia.
My Mother's Garden Commended by German Reading Foundation
The German ebook edition of My Mother's Garden, by Emila Yusof and produced by Anja Leidel, has been commended by Stiftung Lesen, German Reading Foundation.
Mohana Gill joins Best of the Best, World Gourmand Awards
Healthy eating advocate and cookbook author extraordinaire, Mohana Gill will be honoured at the World Gourmand Awards Best of the Best 20-year celebration at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2015.
Evi Shelvia: A World of Her Own
Indonesia-born Evi Shelvia started in industrial design but today she is a professional children's book illustrator. Looking at her work, it's clear she has found her calling.
The Storybook Project
An inspiring story of a community project by teachers of the British Council ELTDP (English Language Teachers Development Project) to collect stories from the Rungus community in Kudat. The first two books of the storybook project were published in time for the ELTDP Symposium in Kuching early March.
Melody Soh: A True Story
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Melody Soh, first prize winner of the YGL-Oyez! Picture Book Award 2015, based her picture book on her own life. The simple text, originally in Chinese, accompanied by detailed illustrations, tell a poignant story.
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Nor Azhar Ishak: The Educator
Nor Azhar Ishak is a science museum educator who is passionate about children's books.
Mohd Khairul Azman Ismail: The Call to Art
Mohd Khairul started drawing when he was three years old. In primary school, he participated in art competitions and won a number of awards.
Chooi-Ling, Keiong: Fairy Dust and Fairy Tales
Artist and illustrator Chooi-Ling Keiong, sees the magic and wonders of every day life and paints them with her own special magic.
Susanna Goho-Quek: the compulsive artist
Like many creative people, Susanna Goho-Quek is full of ideas. And being a big-hearted person, many of her ideas have to do with helping others.
The university drop-out who became a publisher
When Arief Hakim was kicked out from university less than twenty years ago, his parents gave him two options: to help his grandfather at his oil palm plantation or to help them in their fledgling publishing company.
The Philippines Book Development Board prepares for ASEAN integration
The 5th Philippine International Literary Festival and Book Industry Summit from 12-14 November 2014 aims to discuss pressing issues relating to sustainable business in a competitive environment.
List of Countries for New Princess Book
Emila Yusof's new collaborative book which was introduced at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2014 attracted contributors from 25 different countries.
Emila Yusof's new collaborative book which was introduced at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2014 attracted contributors from 25 different countries.
Stop trying to sell to the English-speaking world - we have too many books already
Richard Charkin, CEO of Bloomsbury Publishing (UK) advises foreign publishers to look elsewhere by publishing an English translation edition themselves.
Richard Charkin, CEO of Bloomsbury Publishing (UK) advises foreign publishers to look elsewhere by publishing an English translation edition themselves.
Emila Yusof invites you to contribute to her next book
Malaysian illustrator, Emila Yusof is at Frankfurt Book Fair to look for princesses from all over the world and needs your help.
Malaysian illustrator, Emila Yusof is at Frankfurt Book Fair to look for princesses from all over the world and needs your help.
Frankfurt Fellow from The Philippines: Andrea Pasion-Flores
An interview.
The famous Frankfurt Fellowship programme was founded in 1998 to mark the 50th anniversary of the fair, and aims to support "information exchanges and networking, while enhancing the professionalism of international publishers, editors, agents and licensing personnel." This year the programme focuses on professionals working in children's and YA book.
An interview.
The famous Frankfurt Fellowship programme was founded in 1998 to mark the 50th anniversary of the fair, and aims to support "information exchanges and networking, while enhancing the professionalism of international publishers, editors, agents and licensing personnel." This year the programme focuses on professionals working in children's and YA book.
Kailash is a White Raven 2014
Oyez!Books Malaysia is delighted to announce that Kailash by Quek Sue Yian and Khairul Azmir Shoib is a White Raven 2014 and part of the newly designed White Ravens Catalogue of the International Youth Library.
Oyez!Books Malaysia is delighted to announce that Kailash by Quek Sue Yian and Khairul Azmir Shoib is a White Raven 2014 and part of the newly designed White Ravens Catalogue of the International Youth Library.
Malaysia at the Frankfurt Book Fair
Malaysia has had a country stand at the Frankfurt Book Fair for some years. This year is no different with the lead government agency, the National Book Council. The stand is at Hall 5.0 E25 & D25.
Malaysia has had a country stand at the Frankfurt Book Fair for some years. This year is no different with the lead government agency, the National Book Council. The stand is at Hall 5.0 E25 & D25.
Invitation to the SESA Alliance party
The members of the Southeast / South Asia Alliance cordially invite you to a party at their stand at the Frankfurt Book Fair : Hall 5.0 D33, on Wed 8th October, 4-5.30pm.
The members of the Southeast / South Asia Alliance cordially invite you to a party at their stand at the Frankfurt Book Fair : Hall 5.0 D33, on Wed 8th October, 4-5.30pm.
What is the SESA Alliance?
Five publishers and one agent form the first Southeast / South Asia collective stand at Frankfurt Book Fair 2014 - Hall 5.0 D33. They are from India, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Vietnam.
Five publishers and one agent form the first Southeast / South Asia collective stand at Frankfurt Book Fair 2014 - Hall 5.0 D33. They are from India, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Vietnam.