Download or read book KL NOIR MAGIC written by Deric Ee and published by Buku Fixi. This book was released on with total page 379 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: KL NOIR: MAGIC marks the resurrection of the notorious KL Noir series. The editor Deric Ee selects 20 original stories that bring you through the crimes and tribulations of life in Kuala Lumpur. There will be a bar hostess with a secret, a crisis in a minibus, well-dressed pontianaks, junkies discovering a new high, vampire slayers, and even an honest taxi driver. This time round, redemption may no longer be such an elusive thing…. Featuring stories by: Lily Jamaludin, Collin Yeoh, Bissme. S, Muthusamy Pon Ramiah, Terence Toh, P. Maheswary, Hong Jinghann, Nadia Mikail, Nat Kang, Masami Mustaza, Lee Chow Ping, Nazreen Abraham Stein, Joshua Lim, Shaleen Surendra, Sharmilla Ganesan, Rizal Ramli, Lim Vin Tsen, Derek Kho, Fadzlishah Johanabas and Sukhbir Cheema. (Buku Fixi) (Fixi Novo)
Download or read book Kl Noir written by Fixi Novo and published by Buku Fixi Sdn Bhd. This book was released on 2021-02-22 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: KL NOIR: MAGIC marks the resurrection of the notorious KL Noir series. The editor Deric Ee selects 20 original stories that bring you through the crimes and tribulations of life in Kuala Lumpur. There will be a bar hostess with a secret, a crisis in a minibus, well-dressed pontianaks, junkies discovering a new high, vampire slayers, and even an honest taxi driver. This time round, redemption may no longer be such an elusive thing....Featuring stories by: Lily Jamaludin, Collin Yeoh, Bissme. S, Muthusamy Pon Ramiah, Terence Toh, P. Maheswary, Hong Jinghann, Nadia Mikail, Nat Kang, Masami Mustaza, Lee Chow Ping, Nazreen Abraham Stein, Joshua Lim, Shaleen Surendra, Sharmilla Ganesan, Rizal Ramli, Lim Vin Tsen, Derek Kho, Fadzlishah Johanabas and Sukhbir Cheema.
Download or read book KL Noir written by Amir Muhammad and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: KL NOIR: Red is the first of 4 volumes about the Malaysian capital city's dark side. There are 14 short stories and one essay about the seedy, the sinister and sometimes the spooky. You will find murder, drug-dealing, kidnapping, sexual depravity, prostitution, celebrity secrets, suicides, academic rivalry, gangsters, police brutality, cannibalism, black magic, creepy rituals, political corruption and even busking. It's all totally fictional. Well, maybe the cannibalism is.
Download or read book I Am Magical written by Briana Lawrence and published by . This book was released on 2017-09-30 with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Black, queer, magical girls save the world with the power of friendship and fantastic hair.
Download or read book KL Noir written by Eeleen Lee and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 291 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book THE BIG BOOK OF MALAYSIAN HORROR STORIES written by Amir Muhammad and published by Buku Fixi. This book was released on with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE BIG BOOK OF MALAYSIAN HORROR STORIES takes us from terrors that are mythological and historical to contemporary and technological. The biggest Fixi Novo anthology yet is set in various states in Malaysia, but the most common states are Darul Distress and Negeri Scary. These brand-new stories are complemented by Chin Yew's equally spooky illustrations. Featuring the following writers: ATIKAH Wahid BISSME S. Adrian CHASE Joni CH'NG Eileyn CHUA CHUA Kok Yee HADI M. Nor ISMIM Putera IZADDIN Syah Yusof Nat KANG Venoo KUPPUSAMY LAI May Senn Joshua LIM (twice!) Ethan MATISA MUTHUSAMY Ramiah NADIAH Zakaria NURUL HAFIZAH Mat Kamil PAUL GNANASELVAM RAJA UMMI NADRAH Reuel RAWAT RIZAL Ramli SAAT Omar Nathaniel SARIO TINA Ishak Terence TOH Malachi Edwin VETHAMANI WONG Jo-yen YANNA Hashri Collin YEOH
Download or read book The Best of Malaysian Short Fiction in English 2010 2020 written by Zhui Ning Chang and published by Malaysian Writers Society. This book was released on 2022-11-24 with total page 406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Malaysian Writers Society presents a decade of quality short stories in The Best of Malaysian Short Fiction in English 2010–2020. A wish for better weather has unexpected consequences. A pianist finds an unlikely audience in her next-door neighbour. A girl attempts Mount Kinabalu only to regret it. Curated by editors Zhui Ning Chang and JY Tan, The Best of Malaysian Short Fiction in English 2010–2020 spans the speculative and realist to thrillers and drama. It explores the bold new directions of contemporary Malaysian writing and hints at the new heights of our future national literature. The Best of Malaysian Short Fiction in English 2010–2020 includes: Hugo Award winner Zen Cho; 2019 Commonwealth Short Story Prize Regional Winner Saras Manickam; Fixi Novo Contest winners Terence Toh and Chua Kok Yee; and USA Today bestselling author Cassandra Khaw.
Download or read book TOYOLS R US written by Terence Toh and published by Buku Fixi. This book was released on with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the 1st Fixi Novo Malaysian Novel Contest All around Kuala Lumpur, people are being found dead in their homes, their bodies completely drained of blood.The victims have nothing in common...except they were all suspiciously wealthy. At a crime scene, Inspector Khairul encounters the enigmatic Detective Fara Astaka, an occult investigator who reveals to him the hidden supernatural side of Kuala Lumpur. Someone is manipulating the city's toyols, turning them from mischievous thieves to vicious killers! There is a company right at the heart of this: TOYOLS ‘R' US. While it appears cheery on the surface, there are sinister schemes at work behind its attractive promotions and free umbrella deals. How is the company connected to the murders? And can Khairul and Fara catch the killer? (Buku Fixi) (Fixi Novo)
Download or read book CR ME DE LA CRIME written by Ellina Abdul Majid and published by Buku Fixi. This book was released on with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Romy smiled disarmingly at the Datin. But with her Versace shades still firmly on and her Cassey Gan mask drawn equally firmly across her face, it was akin to trying to make eye contact with a ninja… PI Romy is a small-time detective, working the angles to cari makan in a KL on the brink of dystopia because of Covid. Plagued by the demons of his own past, he stolidly bumbles along through life in his socially awkward way, beguiled yet bemused by the antics of his atas clients, whom he describes to himself as ‘double confirm weird laidat.’ Distinctively Malaysian in essence and locale, the PI Romy detective stories are a nostalgic and irreverent glimpse into the cultural melting pot of 20th century Malaysia in a 21st century setting. (Buku Fixi) (Fixi Novo)
Download or read book Blue Diablo written by Ann Aguirre and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2009-04-07 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Read Ann Aguirre's posts on the Penguin Blog “Gritty, steamy and altogether wonderful urban fantasy.”—New York Times Bestselling Author Patricia Briggs View our feature on Ann Aguirre’s Blue Diablo. "Right now, I’m a redhead. I’ve been blonde and brunette as the situation requires, though an unscheduled color change usually means relocating in the middle of the night. So far, I’m doing well here. Nobody knows what I’m running from. And I’d like to keep it that way…" Eighteen months ago, Corine Solomon crossed the border and wound up in Mexico City, fleeing her past, her lover, and her “gift”. Corine, a handler, can touch something and know its history—and sometimes, its future. Using her ability, she can find the missing—and that’s why people never stop trying to find her. People like her ex, Chance… Chance, whose uncanny luck has led him to her doorstep, needs her help. Someone dear to them both has gone missing in Laredo, Texas, and the only hope of finding her is through Corine’s gift. But their search may prove dangerous as the trail leads them into a strange dark world of demons and sorcerers, ghosts and witchcraft, zombies—and black magic…
Download or read book This Was Toscanini written by Samuel Antek and published by BrownBooks.ORM. This book was released on 2021-09-28 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “This unique, doubly moving memoir unites an outstanding musician with his invaluable impressions of the world-famous maestro.” —Sybil Steinberg, Contributing Editor and Former Book Review Editor for Publishers Weekly Arturo Toscanini is widely considered the greatest conductor of the modern age and remains a towering figure in the world of classical music. His explosive passions, dynamic music making, and legendary leadership continue to inspire and influence today’s musicians while still captivating new generations of enthusiastic fans as well. This Was Toscanini is an intimate, firsthand, behind-the-scenes musical portrait of the Maestro, told from the unique perspective of first violinist Samuel Antek, who was fortunate to play under Toscanini’s baton for seventeen years in the famed NBC Symphony Orchestra. In this expanded second edition of This Was Toscanini: The Maestro, My Father, and Me, Samuel Antek’s reflections on playing with the Maestro gain sparkling new facets of insight from his daughter, Lucy Antek Johnson, as she enlightens readers with vivid recollections about her father and his most memorable musical partnership. With a foreword from acclaimed author and music historian Harvey Sachs and featuring Robert Hupka’s iconic photographs throughout, this shining new edition will bring back the wonder of Toscanini’s powerful style and his singular pursuit to make beautiful music. “After the recordings, this book will probably remain the most enduring and endearing monument to the art of Arturo Toscanini.” —The New York Times “This book will fascinate everyone interested not only in Toscanini but in symphonic music and music making in general.” —Harvey Sachs, author and music historian
Download or read book Tapestry of Colours Volume 1 written by Anitha Devi Pillai and published by Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd. This book was released on 2021-06-15 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book comprises stories from Southeast Asia, South Asia and East Asia, written especially for young adults. This specially curated anthology of short stories from Asia explores the human spirit and lives of the common man separated by time, space and culture, and yet united in the human spirit to overcome the difficulties that they face in life. It provides an insight into the rich and diverse landscape of Asia, as well as heritage and cultural practices. It also challenges pre-conceived notions of biases and beliefs about other cultures and opens up room for discussion on the differences that define the human race. A Tapestry of Colours 1 provides a platform for readers to develop global awareness of the landscape and the people of Asia.
Download or read book A Darker Shade of Magic written by V. E. Schwab and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2015-02-24 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Darker Shade of Magic, from #1 New York Times bestselling author V.E. Schwab Kell is one of the last Antari—magicians with a rare, coveted ability to travel between parallel Londons; Red, Grey, White, and, once upon a time, Black. Kell was raised in Arnes—Red London—and officially serves the Maresh Empire as an ambassador, traveling between the frequent bloody regime changes in White London and the court of George III in the dullest of Londons, the one without any magic left to see. Unofficially, Kell is a smuggler, servicing people willing to pay for even the smallest glimpses of a world they'll never see. It's a defiant hobby with dangerous consequences, which Kell is now seeing firsthand. After an exchange goes awry, Kell escapes to Grey London and runs into Delilah Bard, a cut-purse with lofty aspirations. She first robs him, then saves him from a deadly enemy, and finally forces Kell to spirit her to another world for a proper adventure. Now perilous magic is afoot, and treachery lurks at every turn. To save all of the worlds, they'll first need to stay alive. "A Darker Shade of Magic has all the hallmarks of a classic work of fantasy. Schwab has given us a gem of a tale...This is a book to treasure."—Deborah Harkeness, New York Times bestselling author of the All Souls trilogy Shades of Magic series 1. A Darker Shade of Magic 2. A Gathering of Shadows 3. A Conjuring of Light At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Download or read book Born To Magic written by David Wind and published by ColSaw Publications / DMW . This book was released on 2015-02-15 with total page 391 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What would you do if you were 18 and told the future of the world is in your hands? Young Areenna of Freemorn is just beginning to discover her powers when she is called to a place from which few ever return. Mikaal of Tolemac, the son of the High King holds a secret so dangerous it could shatter the fabric of the world should it become known. 3,000 years after America is destroyed by nuclear war, the inhabitants have evolved, embracing magic and metaphysical warfare. As enemies from across the seas begin to close in, ancient legends come alive, leaving noone safe. The only two who can stop the onset of the darkest evil is the sorceress,Areenna, and Mikaal, the son of the High King of Neveah. With the safety of the world in their hands, and their powers young and erratic, will Mikaal and Areenna find the courage and strength to overcome the impossible, or... --- An International Best Seller, Born to Magic is the first book in the Tales of Nevaeh series. Amix between Shannara Chronicles by Terry Brooks and The Hundred Series by Kass Morgan, Born to Magic combines futuristic dystopian societies ruled by magic and metaphysical elements with science fiction. The inhabitants aren't aware that looming just outside the atmosphere, orbits the key to their past. Teens,young adults, and adults alike will love this fantasy. "A perfect mix of fantasy and science fiction." Nicholas C. Rossis Author of The Pearseus Seriess "Uniquely intriguing blend of Shannara and Star Wars perhaps?" Sheila Deeth VINE VOICE 5 Stars! "I slipped into the tale like a comfy robe. A comfy robe with a bunch of intriguing pockets full of secrets! The action and pacing throughout the rest of the book made it a page turner and I loved the strong female lead." Amy Vansant, Author of the Angeli Trilogy "...this one is worth the read!" Christy's Reviews “Once again David Wind captures the imagination of his readers in this first book in the Tales of Nevaeh series. With complex characters, an engaging story line, and breathtaking descriptions, Born to Magic takes the reader on a roller coaster ride of epic proportions! I couldn't put it down! I am looking forward to reading the next in the series!” C.L. Bradford, 5 Stars
Download or read book The Perfume Companion written by Sarah McCartney and published by Frances Lincoln. This book was released on 2021-10-05 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'An authoritative guide from two experts who really know their way around scent' – FUNMI FETTO The Perfume Companion is a beautifully illustrated compendium of almost 500 recommended scents, designed to help you pick out your next favourite fragrance. Perfumes have the power to evoke treasured memories, make us feel fabulous and help us express our best self. But with so many out there, how do you choose something new? When the scents in the perfume shop are merging into one aromatic haze, how do you remain focused? And if your favourite scent goes out of stock, how do you replace it? The Perfume Companion is here to help. Sarah McCartney and Samantha Scriven deliver a host of scents for you to try – including bargain finds and luxury treasures, iconic stalwarts and indie newcomers, the lightest florals and the deepest leathers. With insider information about how perfumes are really made, discover hundreds of new fragrances and find the scents to share your own memories with. This is the perfect companion for your scented adventures.
Download or read book Savage Night written by Jim Thompson and published by Hachette+ORM. This book was released on 2012-05-01 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jake Winroy had no looks, no education, and little else before he'd worked his way to the top of a million-dollar-a-month horse-betting ring. But when the state's latched onto his game, the feds take a bite and the lawyer fees eat away at the rest, all Jake's got left is the bottle and a beautiful wife whose every word is ugly. Jake's to be the top witness in a major case against organized crime -- if he hasn't already kicked the bucket before the trial has its day in court. But an enigmatic mafioso known only as The Man has a plan to make dead certain Jake never gets the chance to testify. The Man's hired Charlie "Little" Bigger, a hit man barely five feet tall, to infiltrate the Winroy residence as a tenant and murder Winroy in cold blood. To Little, it seems like the easiest job on Earth. Until he lays eyes on the beautiful and dangerous Fay and the Winroy's young housemaid Ruth, a woman as sensual as she is vulnerable. Savage Night is Jim Thompson at his most unpredictable and deeply suspenseful, in a claustrophobic thriller of one man's fractured mind.
Download or read book Threadneedle Threadneedle written by Cari Thomas and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2021-05-27 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Sunday Times No.4 bestseller Within the boroughs of London, nestled among its streets, hides another city, filled with magic.
