Damon Galgut’s 'The Promise' tackles multiple societal issues through the eyes of a white South African family Culture May 13, 2022 The Booker Prize-winning novel is divided into four sections linked to the historical background of the country.
‘Taste and Place: The Design Hotels Book’ explores food practices from various cultures around the world Culture April 27, 2022 Part of Design Hotels’ annual anthology series, this particular title zeros in on food as a travel staple.
Book review: Rachel Yoder’s debut novel 'Nightbitch' explores the difficulties of modern motherhood Culture February 6, 2022 Yoder’s prose is cheeky while still tackling darker and more gruesome themes.
'What if?' picture book teaches children to take charge of their own bodies Culture January 8, 2022 It includes dialogues that prepare children to recognise suspicious behaviour and warning signs.
Harmandar Singh's 'Rainmaker' retraces his 30 years in advertising Culture December 31, 2021 He says the platform and system have changed, but the challenge of writing and the art of persuasion, remains.
Marina Mahathir unveils life as Dr M's daughter in 'The Apple and the Tree' Culture December 11, 2021 She shares some of her favourite memories growing up with Malaysia’s legendary strongman.
Kee Thuan Chye uncovers life of DAP doyen Lim Kit Siang in new biography People November 4, 2021 'Malaysian First' looks at the family man behind the public persona and the sacrifices he made for a democratic nation.
Fiction and reality seamlessly dive into one another in Amor Towles' comforting books Culture September 26, 2021 His writing style is elegant and urbane, blending simple turns of phrases with delightfully evocative prose.
Debut novelist Viji Krishnamoorthy weaves fact, fiction and family in a story that straddles WWII and contemporary Malaysia Culture September 9, 2021 The author talks about the seed of the novel and writing from a deep place within herself.
Book review: 'Bestiary' by K-Ming Chang creates a dialogue between myth and perspective Culture July 11, 2021 Her debut novel uses fantastical myths and scintillating stories to weave together the lives of three generations of women.
