Literary Fiction


Hujan Bulan Juni

The graphic novel Hujan Bulan Juni by Sapardi Djoko Damono tells the story of a couple deeply in love, yet separated by differences in culture and belief. One challenge after another comes their way. As they strive to gain the blessing of both families, fate intervenes, putting their love to the … [Read more...]

Tantangan Besarku

Alfie and Zala are still in elementary school. Yet, they are faced with several major changes in their lives. It’s not uncommon for children to encounter big challenges, from moving to a new home or school to experiencing their parents’ separation. Complete with guidance from a psychologist for … [Read more...]

Monkey’s Sweet Surprise

A delightful Lunar New Year adventure inspired by the Vietnamese, Gurung, and Malay zodiac traditions—filled with friendship, teamwork, and delicious desserts! Monkey's Sweet Surprise: A Lunar New Year Mix-Up whisks young readers away to the Jade Empress’s grand banquet, where a charming cast of … [Read more...]

DELAY

Looming milestones and missed connections. Resisting mainstream expectations and doing life at your own pace. What does DELAY mean to you? Writers and illustrators from Southeast Asia take on this theme in a comics anthology curated by guest editors Charis Loke and Paolo Chikiamco. From … [Read more...]

Bumi Manusia

Minke is a young Javanese student of great intelligence and ambition. Living equally among the colonists and colonized of 19th-century Java, he battles against the confines of colonial strictures. It is his love for Annelies that enables him to find the strength to embrace his world. … [Read more...]

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