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Mr Midnight #42, #43,
and #44
by James Lee
Mr Midnight is a series of horror stories
for children by James Lee, the No. 1 author of children’s books in Asia. In Book #42,
two girls dare Spawn Lim to spend a night in a cemetery with them. If only they’d been
warned of the deadly inhabitants lurking about and to Beware The Gravedigger! In Book
#43, Channey Lim cries Help Me, I’m Changing when her skin turns into different colors.
Will it be too late to save the world when she finally discovers the ugly truth behind
the mystery? In Book #44, Dr Dredd returns to terrify Lee Yi Shuo. This time, the evil
dentist is plotting his most diabolical crime ever in Dr Dredd And The Dentures Of Doom. |
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Mr Mystery #8
by James Lee
| Mr Mystery is a mystery/crime series
from the author of the Mr Midnight books, James Lee. Written in Lee’s engaging,
witty style, this series challenges readers to solve mysteries along with Alvin
Soh and his team of young investigators. In Book #8, the gang, while on holiday
in Australia, gets involved in The Mystery Of The Sydney Slayings. Swept up in an
underworld plot, they find themselves exposed to danger in a foreign land. Will
they be the killer's next victims? Or can Alvin crack the case in time? Only Mr
Mystery knows! |
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True Singapore Ghost Stories Book 17
by Russell Lee
Those hungry for more ghost stories will be entertained with Russell Lee’s latest book. In Book 17, Russell investigates the top ten spookiest spots in the world, while readers share their frightening encounters abroad. With contributions like “FATHERLY CARE”, about a loving dad who upholds his promise to protect his family – from the grave, and “ONE LAST GAME”, where a dead mahjong fan returns to complete his game, Book 17 is a spine-tingling read. |
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Blood Faces
Through The Lens: Chin Women Of Myanmar by Jens Uwe Parkitny
Jens Uwe Parkitny’s lenses draw us up close to the women from the tribal groups who dwell mostly in the Chin and Rakhine states in Myanmar. His collection of intimate photographs unveils not only the variety of delicate tattoo patterns, but, more importantly, the innate strength and courage of these women who sat in pain, enduring the needlework. Jens’ ability to capture on film the essence and soul of each woman is remarkable, and with tattoos being a fast-vanishing tradition among the Chin, this documentation is a timely celebration of the beauty and dignity of these women.
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Truth, Lies & Other Stuff 3
by Yeoh Siew Hoon
This refreshingly funny collection of essays are from The Transit Cafe website (www.thetransitcafe.com), which was started by Siew Hoon. The travel editor has a gift for writing on the run and in this edition, we get to meet interesting characters through her travel tales — from Rolling Stone Ronnie Wood to King Kong and CNN’s Richard Quest. You’ll be taken on a whirlwind tour of Shanghai, Sydney, Penang, Luang Prabang, Siem Reap, and Singapore, where Siew Hoon now resides. |
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Singapore to Beijing on a Bike
by Khoo Swee Chiow
KHOO SWEE CHIOW made history when he completed the Adventure Grand Slam, conquering the North and South Poles and the Seven Summits. A man driven by adventure, Swee Chiow is constantly in search of the next test that will push him to the extreme.
In 2003, he embarked on another challenge: To cycle from Singapore to China, in search of his roots and in the name of friendship. In this journal, he lets us ride pillion as he pedals across 8,000 km into Malaysia (and his place of birth in Port Dickson), Thailand, Laos and Vietnam, before reaching his final destination, Beijing. More than a travelogue, this account gives a deeper insight into what motivates the man – that even in his darkest, lowest moments, Swee Chiow finds hidden reserves to soldier on and achieve his “impossible dreams”. |
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Second Dawn
A Journey of Faith
by Kim-Khiat Tye
A father’s moving account of how his son held strong to his Christian faith in the midst of his painful battle with cancer. It is an inspirational story of how Kevin Tye, diagnosed with a rare cancer at age 28, just five months before his wedding, used his illness to turn round the lives of others, leaving renewed hope for those he left behind. When he could ask, “Death, where is thy sting?”, Kevin’s amazing journey of faith bears sharing. |
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The Angel
Of Changi & Other Short Stories
by Goh Sin Tub
This collection of 65 short stories is Goh Sin Tub’s finest.
The very first account, “The Angel of Changi”, unveils
a Singapore war heroine most Singaporeans haven't even heard
about — yet she’s been honoured in Australia. And
as you read on, you'll discover the quintessential Sin Tub:
His vignettes may be touching, funny, serious, tragic or triumphant,
but they all salute the understated, heroic Singaporean spirit.
A pioneer of Singapore literature, Sin Tub passed on soon after
the completion of this book, aged 77. |
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The
Last Paradise On Earth
The Vanishing Peoples & Wilderness Of Northern
Burma
by
Wade Brackenbury
Amid the ring of ancient snowy peaks that encapsulate the many
heads of the Irrawaddy River, an area that falls primarily in
Burma, lives a group of unique people indigenous to this region.
The remote landscape they call home may seem pristine but this
tranquility is under immediate threat. Since its independence
in 1948, Burma has been ravished by near continuous civil war
and ethnic conflict, leading to the loss of thousands of lives.
Communities have been destroyed, families uprooted, and poverty
and illness have wracked the country. Despite the conflict,
the remaining inhabitants carry on their existence peacefully.
Through memorable, never-seen-before pictures in a photographic
diary of his travels, writer and explorer Dr Wade Brackenbury
tells the fascinating story of the Christianisation of the people,
and outlines the region's geography and history, examining what
the future holds for a part of this world he has come to love.
In his sensitive portrayals, Wade shares a privileged insight
into what is perhaps the last paradise on earth. |
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GHOSTS:
A Christian’s Encounter
by
Ravi Pillai
The author lived in a haunted house for a year. In this suspenseful
book, he recalls his ghostly encounter, not sparing any gruesome
details. Chairs and doors that move on their own accord, vanishing
men, the appearance of ugly, evil spirits — these occurrences
would have frightened away many, but not the writer whose testimony
shows that in encounters with the dark forces, you can be the
victor, not the victim. In relating his true-life story, Ravi
Pillai hopes to nourish and refresh others, and strengthen their
faith in the power of the living God. |
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Awakenings
by Dawn Tan
The sequel to Broken Mirror is a book of hope. Awakenings is
a collection of 10 stories that celebrate the indomitable human
spirit. The individuals, who share their personal, traumatic
experiences, demonstrate true courage as they battle to extricate
themselves, however painfully, from drug addiction. Their struggles
and victory are inspirational. |
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TABLE
Food,
Frangipanis And Flair
by Tripat Narayanan
The elegant TABLE is the result of Tripat Narayanan's
love for whipping up hearty, flavourful fare and passion for
entertaining — in style. Her creative recipes, whether
for a sophisticated ayurvedic dinner menu or a speedy spaghetti
dish for a family meal, are surprisingly easy to prepare. Tripat
draws on the cooking style of her Indian heritage but brings
into her kitchen robust tastes from Italy, Spain and, naturally,
her birthplace, Malaysia. In this book, you’ll find a
variety of dishes ranging from lamb kurma to spicy coconut-marinated
fried chicken and saffron risotto. Helpful decor and serving
tips, a wine guide, and shortcuts to transform simple fare to
a delectable feast make TABLE a must-own cookbook and style
guide. |
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Cooking
For eXpats
by Paula Humphreys
A comprehensive guide to western-style cookery,
Cooking for Expats has tips on techniques of cooking, hygiene,
use of utensils, food handling and food purchasing. Accompanying
the recipes are almost 1,000 photos that explain each recipe
step by step. A color-coded format makes the book easy to
use. A unique index at the end uses more than 150 photos.
Simple vocabulary is used throughout. The author, Paula Humphreys,
comes from a family of bakers and chefs. In Singapore, she
provided catering services for the New Zealand High Commission
and her cooking classes were in high demand. Known fondly
as The Kiwi Chef, Paula has worked in award-winning restaurants
and advised private vineyard restaurants around Christchurch,
New Zealand. Paula, who loves art and photography, is now
based in the United States. |
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