Books from Singapore Publishers
Dive into the world of SingLit (Singapore Literature) with our extensive collection of books from leading Singaporean publishers, including Ethos Books and Epigram Books. This collection features books available here at Thryft from these and other esteemed publishers, offering a wide range of genres such as fiction, nonfiction, children’s literature, and rare titles. Whether you’re seeking thought-provoking memoirs, artistic explorations, or business insights, this collection captures the diverse voices of Singaporean literature.
Support local authors and discover stories that reflect the heart of Singapore’s culture and identity. With titles from iconic publishers like Ethos and Epigram, you’re sure to find captivating reads. Start your SingLit journey today and enjoy great deals on every book.
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Yin
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Epigram
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Why? When Both My Parents Took Their Lives
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Goodreads rating: 4.17
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For anyone grappling with loss, especially that from suicide, Yin's story offers an intimate journey through heartbreaking experiences to a place of understanding and healing. Her resilience in the face of such personal tragedy is both inspiring and a testimony to the strength of the human spirit. It's a read that could provide comfort and a sense that one is not alone in their grief.
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Willie Cheng, Cheryl Tang, Sharifah Mohamed |
Epigram
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Doing Good Great: Thirteen Asian Heroes and Their Causes
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Goodreads rating: 4.4
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If you're feeling the weight of the world's issues and are searching for a beacon of hope, "Doing Good Great" might just provide the uplift you need. It's not just informative; it's a powerful tribute to real people making a tangible impact in their communities. These stories remind us that heroic actions start with individual resolve, and can inspire you to believe in the power of one to ignite change.
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If you've ever felt the weight of loss or the bittersweet pull of nostalgia, "The Magic Circle" could resonate deeply with you. Charmaine Chan weaves her personal experiences into a rich tapestry that not only delves into the pain of losing a loved one but also explores the comfort found in cherished memories. It's a tender, intimate exploration of the human heart, its fractures, and its capacity for resilience.
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Ashley Chan, Gerrie Lim |
Epigram
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Scarlet Harlot
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Goodreads rating: 2.98
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"Scarlet Harlot" offers a raw and personal perspective into a world often seen through stereotypes and misconceptions. Ashley's candid narrative about her experiences as an escort will engage you, challenge your perceptions, and perhaps even change the way you think about the complexities and the humanity within the sex industry. If you're intrigued by untold stories and unfiltered truths, Ashley's memoir has layers that will keep you reflecting long after the last page.
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Alvin Pang, Gwee Li Sui, Aaron Lee |
Ethos
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No Other City: The Ethos Anthology of Urban Poetry
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Goodreads rating: 3.54
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If you're looking to feel the pulse of a city through the eyes of those who know it best, this anthology is for you. It's a literary stroll through the streets of Singapore, with a diverse company of poets as your guides. Prepare to be transported into a world where the personal and the urban landscape intertwine.
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Darel Seow
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Epigram
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Where Are All The Birds? - The Extraordinary Mind Of Goh Keng Swee
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Goodreads rating: 4.45
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Where are all the birds? Why am I in this world? Where are my spectacles?Discover the life of Dr Goh Keng Swee in this fun and unique narrative of successive questions. How did this quiet, shy and curious boy become the man who would spearhead mammoth national projects and impact the lives of all Singaporeans?
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Joshua Foo Yin Tung
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Marshall
Cavendish
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The Right Mistakes
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If you've ever wondered about the power of choice and the rawness of youth, "The Right Mistakes" offers a dive into a life that many can't imagine. The book isn't just a string of misadventures; it's a reflection on causality, consequences, and the desperate search for belonging and transformation. Joshua's story is gripping because it's real and unflinchingly honest, inviting you to ponder the delicate balance between circumstance and personal responsibility.
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Chai Kee Wong
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Epigram
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Even When She Forgot My Name: Love, Life and My Mother’s Alzheimer’s
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Goodreads rating: 4.36
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Even When She Forgot My Name serves to inspire and educate caregivers of all kinds, giving them strength and hope as they attend to aged relatives and friends. Together with a few scattered illustrations, certain pages of the book are imaginatively interspersed with a typeface that delineates the patient’s state of mind.
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If you've ever felt lost or without support, Liyana Dhamirah's "Homeless" could resonate deeply with you. It's a powerful memoir of resilience that sheds light on the often-hidden struggles within a prosperous society. Her story of overcoming adversity to become a successful entrepreneur might just inspire you to believe in the potential for change in your own life.
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Ram Tiwary
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Marshall
Cavendish
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99 Months: The Case of the Sydney Double Murders
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Goodreads rating: 3.77
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Two Singaporeans, Tony Tan Poh Chuan and Tay Chow Lyang who were studying at the University of New South Wales in Sydney were brutally murdered in their apartment in 2003. They had been stabbed and beaten to death. Their housemate and fellow Singaporean Ram Tiwary was arrested for their murders. Although he told the court he was asleep in his room at the time, he was subsequently found guilty and sentenced to life imprisonment without parole in 2006. The case went through a retrial in 2009 but the verdict was the same. In 2012 the New South Wales Court of Criminal Appeal overturned the earlier conviction and he was released after spending 8 years in jail.Ram Tiwary returned to Singapore in 2012 following his release. Although a free man, the memories as well as the experience of the 99 months of incarceration still continue to haunt him today. This is Ram Tiwary's story of the events on the day of the murders, the two trials, life in prison and the appeal process until his acquittal.
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Urban Sketchers Singapore
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Epigram
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Our Neighbourhoods: We Love Queenstown
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Goodreads rating: 4.14
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Originally a backwater swamp housing the Ying Fo Lut and Boh Beh Kang kampongs, Queenstown became Singapore’s first satellite town. It was named in commemoration of Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation in 1953. As this grand old dame of an estate celebrates her 60th anniversary in 2013, the artists from Urban Sketchers Singapore capture the enduring landmarks and scenes of everyday life in the neighbourhood.Take a trip down memory lane and imagine the late Queenstown cinema and bowling alley in its heyday. Visit Stirling Road to view Singapore’s first HDB blocks and enjoy the unique personality of each HDB terrace house. Admire the religious harmony and architectural diversity of Queenstown’s churches, temples and mosques. To escape the heat, slip into the cool oasis of Queenstown Community Library, which remains in the middle of winding Margaret Drive.
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After being away from her home country of Indonesia for almost a decade, Tita Larasati returns to Bandung, with her Dutch husband and two young kids in tow.As the family adjusts to life in Bandung, Tita also rediscovers her hometown from a fresh perspective.Comprising little vignettes of her daily musings and adventures—with food, public transport and the unwanted house lizard—this charming graphic diary captures the author's humour and refreshing outlook on life.
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Ronald D. Klein
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Ethos
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Interlogue - Studies in Singapore Literature
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Goodreads rating: 5.0
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If you're eager to delve into the heart of Singapore's literature, 'Interlogue' is a treasure. Kirpal Singh masterfully navigates through Singaporean authors and their works, giving you fresh perspectives and keen analyses. This read will engage your intellect and broaden your understanding of a vibrant literary culture.
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Balji P N
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Marshall
Cavendish
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Reluctant Editor : The Singapore Media as Seen Through the Eyes of a Veteran Newspaper Journalist
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These are the unpublished stories about the stories that you may have read in Singapore newspapers over the years. Above all, they are Singapore media stories as experienced first-hand by a veteran journalist who had to be persuaded to become Editor of a leading newspaper. PN Balji was an active participant in mainstream journalism, having spent nearly 40 years working in five newsrooms. He was part of a hardy generation of newspaper editors who wrestled with editorial issues and made tough decisions, sometimes against the will of authority. He also had a ringside view of his colleagues' tussles and confrontations with the government. In Reluctant Editor, Balji weaves a compelling narrative, with anecdotes, of an alternative story of how some editors of his generation managed to hold the ground in challenging times. He brings back the drama, mostly played behind the scenes, and attempts to answer the question: What made the editors of the 1970s, 80s and 90s act the way they did? It was a life lived dangerously; some lost their jobs, some had to leave the country and some decided to give in and lived to fight another day.
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If you're drawn to uncovering what's behind the solemn curtains of the funeral industry, "Dying to meet you" could be a compelling read. Angjolie Mei brings a unique perspective, blending personal memoir with insider knowledge. Her transformation from a high-flying career to a "life celebrant" dealing with death truly highlights life's fragility and richness. This book might just shift your view on the finality we all face.
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If you're drawn to stories of resilience and activism, M. Ravi's "Kampong Boy" is a compelling read. His journey is not just about legal battles but a personal narrative intertwined with the cultural fabric of Singapore. The book sheds light on the convictions of a man who dares to challenge the status quo, inspiring anyone interested in the pursuit of justice and human rights.
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Charmaine Leung
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Ethos
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17A Keong Saik Road
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If you're into memoirs that blend personal storytelling with a sense of place, "17A Keong Saik Road" should be your next read. Charmaine Leung offers a rare glimpse into the lives that once animated one of Singapore's notorious areas, humanizing a past often left untold. It's a touching exploration of family, resilience, and the evolution of a neighborhood through the eyes of those who experienced its many shades.
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humphreys-neil
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Marshall
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Complete Notes from Singapore
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Whether you're a Singapore aficionado or curious about this vibrant city-state, "Complete Notes from Singapore" serves as a delightful guide. Neil Humphreys brings to life Singapore’s charms and eccentricities with wit and affection. It’s like having a laugh with a knowledgeable friend who loves the place deeply. If you're in the mood for cultural exploration mixed with humor, this could be a perfect companion.
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Elaine Leong, Edward Choi, Kaiwen Leong |
Marshall
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Singapore's Lost Son: How I Made it from Drop Out to Millionaire Princeton PhD
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Goodreads rating: 4.24
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This is the true story of a boy with a simple dream—to become a man. But he fell and became a dropout of school, friends, life, himself. But with the helping hand of a teacher, he turned his life around, found friends and love, and fulfilled his dream. This is the story of how that boy went from dropout to millionaire Princeton PhD. Expelled from four junior colleges (he was labelled ‘subnormal’ and not academically inclined), Kaiwen Leong sat for the A level examinations as a private candidate while experimenting with Internet websites to try his hand at entrepreneurship. He studied hard and did well enough to be admitted to Boston University in the US where he graduated with two bachelors and two masters degrees in economics and mathematics in four years. And then he went on to obtain postgraduate degrees at Princeton University. He is a member of America’s most prestigious academic societies and has published research papers on economics, mathematics and physics. Today he lectures at Nanyang Techonological University and is an economist at Spring Singapore. Find out how Dr Leong picked up his life.
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Sonny Liew
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Epigram
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The Art of Charlie Chan Hock Chye
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Goodreads rating: 4.47
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This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the rich and vibrant history of comics in Singapore. Through stunning artwork and an engaging narrative, it showcases the life of pioneering artist Chan Hock Chye, providing a unique and intimate glimpse into the changing political and economic landscape of the country. Winner of multiple prestigious awards, this groundbreaking work is a testament to the deep passion and talent of both the subject and the author. Get ready to be captivated by this captivating biography.
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