Books from Singapore Publishers

If you’re delving into Here and Beyond: 12 Stories, this companion is a must-have to truly appreciate each narrative's depth. Ian Tan cleverly unravels intricate themes and characters, helping you form a connection to each story. Whether you’re a student looking to ace your literature class or a curious reader, this guide enriches your reading experience with thought-provoking questions that invite you to explore beyond the page.

Words are a neglected resource in business life. They are available to us all; we can decide to use them well or badly. But most of the time we take words for granted and regard them purely as functional - They're a bit like electricity - you need them to run a company but there's not much you can do to use them differently from anybody else. But the truth is that words can be used to give your business competetive advantage. So why ignore them? In this insightful work, leading corporate identity expert John Simmons demonstrates the power of words to move people - from employees to customers, to suppliers and the media. On a practical, individual level, the book shows managers how to write inspiring business proposals, memos and letters that will make a difference. Moreover, Simmons examines ideas and examples of the use of words and language within the overall management of a company's identity.

For anyone fascinated by the intersection of personal transformation and literary expression, "Bite Harder" is a compelling read. Jee Leong Koh's journey from Singapore to New York, interwoven with thoughtful essays on poetry and freedom of expression, offers a rich insight into a poet's mind and the cultural shifts that shape it. This collection could be especially resonant for readers interested in the nuances of cultural criticism and those who value the power of literature to challenge and transform.

Here and Beyond: 12 Stories | A Study Companion serves as a readable and illuminating guide to the anthology, Here and Beyond: 12 Stories. The author presents detailed analyses of the themes, characters and stylistic features of each story, allowing readers to access the nuances of these stories and the issues that they collectively raise. Accompanying each chapter of the study companion are discussion questions and activities which will enable users to develop their own interpretations and critical insights, thereby enriching their enjoyment and appreciation of the stories as well as the study of literature. This study companion is an invaluable resource for students and teachers who are reading and studying the anthology. Here and Beyond: 12 Stories is an anthology featuring short stories by some of the most recognisable Singaporean writers, like Suchen Christine Lim, Alfian Sa’at and S. Rajaratnam. These poignant stories bring together trenchant social observations about Singaporean life to reveal unnoticed facets about city life, our shared culture and heritage.