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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Robert Yeo
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Routes: A Singaporean Memoir 1940-75
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If you have an interest in Southeast Asia, or you're drawn to histories told through deeply personal narratives, "Routes: A Singaporean Memoir 1940-75" beckons. Robert Yeo doesn't just recount historical events; he weaves his life story with the evolution of Singapore, providing an evocative illustration of the nation's rapid development. It's a tale that feels both grand in its historical scope and intimate with its personal touch, enhanced by photographs that bring the era to life.
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Singapore's Lost Son: How I Made it from Drop Out to Millionaire Princeton PhD
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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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Joshua Foo Yin Tung
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Right Mistakes
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Today I am 22 years of age. I used to be a person who was working in the complex streets of Geylang and the black market. I was a gangster in three different criminal organizations. Robbery, assault, peddling drugs, extortion...At the end of everything I have done in the underworld, I have never brought goodness to anyone around me. People who know me and those who don t, I have never given them something pleasant to smile about. As a child, Joshua Foo seemed to have a particular affinity for trouble. Despite his best intentions, his actions and decisions always seemed to land him on the wrong side of the law. Without the support of a loving family, Joshua was drifting and furthermore, angry and he didn t know why. With his father in jail and his mother working tirelessly to provide for her only child, Joshua was left to his own to make sense of his world and fend for himself. The death of his beloved grandmother and constant teasing by peers over the absence of his father drove him to fill the void in his world with friends who gave him the support he never had, the security he never knew and worth he never felt. But this came with a price, and with eyes wide open, Joshua fell headlong into a secret, illegal world, where bravery and loyalty were valued above all. But eventually Joshua had to come face to face with the reality of his world and into confrontation with all that he had been running from. With piercing honesty and brazen boldness of youth, Joshua recounts his experiences of being in a gang, his brushes with law and examines the events that brought him there. What made him who he is today? Was it his own choices, or the choices of others? And does he have the agency to decide what he will become? More than just a shocking story of a boy losing his way, The Right Mistakes is about a boy trying to make sense of his life and change it for the better.
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Balji P N
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Reluctant Editor : The Singapore Media as Seen Through the Eyes of a Veteran Newspaper Journalist
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Recommendation: For those interested in the history of Singapore media and journalism as seen through the eyes of an experienced veteran journalist. This book offers a compelling narrative filled with anecdotes of how editors of the past grappled with government authority and made tough decisions. The author provides an alternative perspective on how some editors managed to hold their ground in challenging times, offering a glimpse into the drama that played out behind the scenes. A must-read for those interested in the behind-the-scenes workings of journalism in Singapore.
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Chew Yi Wei
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Indelible City
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The city is a place laced with the material and the immaterial, the visible and invisible. There are the migratory lines trod by our ancestors, the scent of our foodways, the flight of birds, the sigh of an old school, a demolished rooftop, an unassuming lamppost, fading tongues, empty chairs, extroverted harbours. These are the indelible marks that layer our city, that make up where we are, and who we are. Drawing together her memories growing up in Singapore and lyrical observations of the nation’s ever-changing landscape, Yi Wei creates an evocative portrait of the city and what it means to her. Beautifully rendered and delicately written, Indelible City brings you on an intimate sojourn with Yi Wei as she explores issues of home, identity and place. “The city, under the magic of Yi Wei's creative non-fiction, is a living thing tinged with loss, nostalgia and wonder.” - Yong Shu Hoong, poet and editor of essays, Quarterly Literary Review Singapore “Yi Wei's debut guides with a gentle hand through a mnemonic city, her mnemonic city, signposted by fiction, fact and fancy.” - Loh Guan Liang, author of Bitter Punch and Transparent Strangers
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Larger Than Life : Celebrating the Human Spirit
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"Larger Than Life" would be a great read for those who are feeling down and need inspiration. Belinda Lee's heartwarming collection of stories introduces readers to amazing people who have embraced the road less trodden by volunteering their time in unusual social causes. This book restores your faith in humanity and celebrates the human spirit, leaving readers feeling inspired and full of hope.
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Mano Sabnani
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Marbles, Mayhem and My Typewriter : The unfadable life of an ordinary man
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"Marbles, Mayhem and My Typewriter" is a highly inspiring memoir that shares the incredible journey of an ordinary man, Mano Sabnani, who achieved extraordinary success by following ethical principles. This book is ideal for readers looking for a motivational and insightful read that delves into a variety of topics, including leadership, friendship, and the role of man in nature. Mano's unique stories and profound insights are sure to leave a lasting impact on readers and inspire them to strive for success in their own lives.
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Our Neighbourhoods: We Love Queenstown
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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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Josephine Chia
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Kampong Spirit - Gotong Royong : Life in Potong Pasir, 1955 to 1965
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This book would be a good read for those who want to immerse themselves in the vibrant and close-knit kampong community of 1950s-1960s Singapore. Through the author's poignant and heartfelt storytelling, readers are transported to a time of simplicity, where the kampong spirit of unity and togetherness shines through in the face of challenges. It's a nostalgic journey that will make you reflect on the importance of community and human connection, while also providing a fascinating glimpse into Singapore's history and heritage.
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Ram Tiwary
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99 Months: The Case of the Sydney Double Murders
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This book is a gripping and heart wrenching account of Ram Tiwary's 99 month ordeal after being wrongfully accused and convicted of a double murder. With the twists and turns in the courtroom, readers will be unable to put this book down. The book highlights the flaws in the criminal justice system and how it can ruin an innocent person's life. It is a must-read for true crime enthusiasts and anyone interested in fighting for justice.
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Vernetta Lopez
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Vernetta Lopez: Memoirs Of A DJ
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Shaik Kadir
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A Kite in the Evening Sky
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A Kite in the Evening Sky is Shaik Kadir’s firsthand account of growing up in a Geylang Serai kampung in the late 1950s and 1960s. It was a time when children spent the hours after school playing capteh and marbles, eating fresh jambu, hauling pails of water home from the public standpipe, attending prayers at the surau, learning to fast, reading the Quran, as well as enjoying evenings in the open-air cinema. Despite the poverty, he thrived in the twilight years of the kampung and managed to make his dreams soar like a kite, fulfilling the aspirations of his single mother for a better life in a modernising city. Thoughtful, amusing and heartwarming, these stories hark back to simpler days and humbler ways, offering us a vivid glimpse of the kampung that raised the child.
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Ronald D. Klein
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Interlogue - Studies in Singapore Literature
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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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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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Josephine Chia
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Kampong Spirit - Gotong Royong : Life in Potong Pasir, 1955 to 1965
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Kampong spirit is a heartwarming collection of stories that paints a vivid picture of life in Potong Pasir during the 1950s and 60s. Through the author's eyes, readers are transported to a time when neighbours lived as one community, full of life and colour. The book is a perfect read for history buffs and those looking to reconnect with Singapore's past. Chia's charming writing style makes it easy for readers to immerse themselves in the world of Potong Pasir, reminding us of the importance of community and connection.
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Darel Seow
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Where Are All The Birds? - The Extraordinary Mind Of Goh Keng Swee
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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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Catherine G.S. Lim
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Gateway to Peranakan Culture
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This book is an excellent read for people interested in Peranakan culture and heritage. It offers insightful information on the lifestyle, traditions and values that define the Peranakan community. The author's detailed writing and personal anecdotes make the stories come alive. The book's most unique feature is the way it makes a complex culture accessible to readers, providing rich historical and cultural information. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in learning about Peranakan culture.
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David Fedo
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Singapore, Insights From The Inside
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Dive into the streets of Singapore through the eyes of David A. Fedo. "Singapore, Insights From The Inside" is a mesmerizing journey that unveils the untold tales of this vibrant city. From its bustling Chinatown to the tranquil Botanic Gardens, Fedo's storytelling paints a vivid picture of the real Singapore, far beyond the glossy tourist brochures. Prepare to be enchanted by the charm and secrets of this modern metropolis, as the author's keen insights bring the city to life before your eyes.
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Chai Kee Wong
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Even When She Forgot My Name: Love, Life and My Mother’s Alzheimer’s
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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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