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There is nothing more beautiful than the bond between a dog and his owner. This is the tale of a friendship between a young boy and his dog, sworn brothers for life. Both of them started their journey in this world with numerous disadvantages stacked against them, overcame the obstacles together and developed a lasting brotherhood. Their biggest challenge would come shortly after they celebrated their joint 12th birthdays, an incident which would change the course of their lives forever. Dealing with the loss of a canine soul mate is hard. When a dog crosses the rainbow bridge, there will be strong emotional anger and denial, incredible sadness, guilt and depression. But the best way you can honour your pet is to remember all the great times you shared together.

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With traditional rites and offerings to the departed at an all-time low, the ancient spirits of Singapore come together to form the Grassroots Committee of Ghosts and Monsters, aiming to help its members upgrade their skills and stay relevant in a fast-paced, constantly evolving urban landscape. Lady Pontianak steers the committee towards progress as they diligently chart their lifelong learning paths and master essential digital skills for the 21st century. But when a mysterious new spirit gatecrashes their meeting with a radical, extremist proposal—a seductive alternative to their laborious efforts—his offer proves to be extremely difficult to refuse…

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Shamsydar Ani’s taste buds have always been adventurous. Thanks to them, dishes from her modern South East Asian kitchen runs the gamut from local classics to global favourites — made halal, of course. From ayam goreng berempah (crispy fried chicken) and kway teow goreng (stir-fried rice noodles) to za’atar crusted salmon and New York cheesecake, this collection is loaded with a refreshing variety of flavours that will put some zest into your meals. It also includes an introduction to the halal diet and suggested replacements for common non-halal ingredients.

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The Colouring Singapore Postcards are adapted from William Sim’s popular Colouring the Lion City book. Now travellers can have a handy souvenir of their visit to Singapore. Each book of 20 postcards features tourist attractions such as the Singapore Zoo, Raffles Hotel as well as other aspects of the country that are popular interest with visitors. Each postcard includes a short write up on the back giving details of what is featured. What’s more, visitors can colour and personalise the postcards before mailing them to friends and relatives.

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A mindset is a fixed mental attitude that predetermines a person’s responses to (and interpretations of) situations. Essentially, our mindset determines our behaviour. Developing the best mindset is the way you can learn something new, adopt new information, alter your beliefs and act accordingly. It’s important to adjust our mindsets to survive and thrive in the real world. Experts agree that our mindset is not a result of nature or nurture, genes or environment. There’s a constant give and take between each: the physical and the mental. As eminent American neuroscientist Gilbert Gottlieb puts it, not only do genes and environment cooperate as we develop, but genes actually require input from the environment to work properly. You have the means to shift your mindset to create the life or attitude that you want and need. A fixed mindset will cloud your judgment. You’ll avoid challenges, you’ll give up when things aren’t going right and you’ll think that you’re not good enough. It’s the belief that you should be terrific instantly and that you can’t improve or get better by effort. But, change is possible. It isn’t easy – but it’s not hugely hard either. The first step is to start and be aware of how your mindset is holding you back.

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Around the world, Asian chefs are making their mark in the culinary arena with their innovative menus and forward-looking dishes. Chefs Collective is an exciting book that sees more than 50 of these rising and renowned chefs with Asian roots come together to share their award-winning recipes through author and food and travel professional, Michelle Tchea. With candid insights into their philosophy of food and cooking, and expert tips to preparing their most requested dishes, Chefs Collective is the definitive introduction and guide to these rising stars of the culinary world.

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Mindfulness has been one of the most researched contemplative sciences over the last two decades, with increasing research evidence of its effectiveness. Skeptics who think it is just another New Age fad will find that this book offers a convincing case for making this practice a part of their lives. With well-chosen quotes, wise words of encouragement, and short, easy-to-do daily activities spread over just 8 days, this book is the perfect opportunity for anyone to enter into the world of Mindfulness.

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About the Series Mudley the bear belongs to a little girl called Sophia. She lives in a small town in Europe. She would love to travel the world but she has to go to school. And so, each time dad has to leave for work at faraway places, Sophia packs Mudley into his suitcase and tells him Daddy please let Mudley see the world for me" Being narrated by a bear, the series stimulates, excites and educates young people by giving them the culture and heritage of the places they are going to visit and give parents reason to interact with their children. Each location features photographs depicting the area with Mudley in view, a brief outline, illustrations to tell another story and a playful anecdote that will engage the reader. About the Book Mudley Explores Singapore introduces 28 places/activities that will be of interest to young readers. These include the Gardens by the Bay, Sentosa. Kampung Buangkok and the Singapore River and much more. Beautifully illustrated, this book would be an ideal gift or travel souvenir for the young reader.

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When a visitor arrives at Heping Nature Park, he discovers that theenvironment is very different from his home in the Arctic. The dense junglewith leaves in all shades of green and brown, and the creatures in the water areall unfamiliar to him. Will the three friends, Red Hair the lion, Chip Ear theleopard and Four Tooth the hyena, be able to help the visitor adapt to this newenvironment or find his way home? Inspired by afamous saying of Confucius, , (you peng zi yuan fang lai, bu yi le hu), which describes the great pleasure of welcoming friends visiting from afar, The Visitor from Far Far Away teaches children about the joys ofmaking new friends and helping friends in need. This enchanting story issuitable for readers of all ages.

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The appeal of Indonesian cuisine could very well be due to its cultural diversity and the rich use of spices. From savoury fried rice, richly indulgent meat stews to tantalizingly sweet desserts, this bounty of more than 100 recipes includes all the classic favourites from various regions in the Indonesian archipelago. Apart from providing detailed instructions on how to reproduce authentic flavours using traditional cooking methods, established chef and author Heinz von Holzen also explores the use of modern techniques that can produce equally desirable flavours with amazing results. These methods make use of equipment and ingredients that are easily within reach, some of which could already be available at home. A New Approach to Indonesian Cooking represents the true original taste of Indonesia and is a concise guide of cooking techniques that are not only applicable to Indonesian food, but also for various types of cuisine.

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An fun and engaging story about a milk jug who finds friendship and a second lease of life

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As professionals, the workplace is where we spend most of our waking moments. It is where we can actualise our potential, flourish and be happy. Yet, it is also where we are bombarded by stressors such as unrealistic deadlines, office politics, disengagement, ineffective managers and toxic culture. These leave us feeling helpless and trapped – with a sense of freedom lost. In Freedom Embraced, author Bernadette Chua, has written a book specially for the busy professional in mind. It is filled with actionable strategies and mindset shifts to navigate through the various mental, emotional and physical landscapes we encounter in the course of work. Chapters include: Enjoying Work Nourishing Ourselves Thinking Overthinking Influencing Others Strengths Builder at Work

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I WANT Comics by Jashorn is a book that bring irreverent humour to readers: ranging from the sweetest and wittiest scenarios to the darkest humour that they will likely never forget. These books explore current affairs, social life, animals and one's existence as a human being (yes, you're one of them). Featuring over 200 comics in each volume, the books are packed with humour, visual anecdotes, and dark situations. Readers will laugh, over, and over again. Jashorn greatly admires the work of Gary Larson, creator of The Far Side comics.

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Little Matilda is not feeling well. But she is worried about going to hospital for the first time. Will she be able to overcome her fears and get the care she needs? A gentle and affirming story about being brave and the magic of kindness. This gentle and affirming story deals with the very real problem of fears and worries in children. It provides opportunities to talk about these fears and allows children to recognise that they are not alone in their anxieties and worries.

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In 2019, Singapore had 400 reported suicides, with an increasing number of young people choosing to take their lives. Synopsis It is estimated that 800,000 people globally kill themselves every year. Our post pandemic world, with its numerous disruptions, has also forced more people to seek help for mental health issues. While much has been said about the toll on mental health, there is little understanding of why people choose to kill themselves, especially when many, like celebrities Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade had so much to live for. Author Mahita Vas has battled suicidal thoughts for all her adult life. She even lost one of those battles and tried to kill herself, only to be rescued within seconds of breathing her last. It is difficult for those left behind to understand why their loved one would choose to die. A Good Day to Die offers readers an intimate exploration of an anguished mind, weaving personal experience with academic reports.

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A boy is given a girl’s name so that he can escape the attention of malignant ghouls. A devout Catholic priest is suspected of hanky-panky with a submissive Chinese wife when she gives birth to an albino child. A young girl student dies before her English examinations, but still manages to write an out-of-point essay for the Cambridge Syndicate. From societal superstitions and the imagination come these 15 tales of the paranormal. This title is being reissued under the new Marshall Cavendish Classics: Literary Fiction series, which seeks to introduce some of the best works of Singapore literature to a new generation of readers. Some have been evergreen titles over the years, others have been unjustly neglected.

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Mathematics is more fun, mysterious and magical than many of us realise, and it is present in all aspects of our lives. We certainly can’t live without it! Why is zero considered the most dangerous number? How did ancient Egyptians measure the world with just a simple stick? What was the math error that caused a NASA rocket toblow up? Which language is used every day all over the world, and is purely made up of numbers? Documentary filmmaker Hoe Yeen Nie and historian/artist David Liew take you on a quest to unlock the secret world of numbers and math, and explore how it has transformed our lives in all sorts of incredible ways. Are you ready for an amazing adventure? The Change Makers series of books will build in children a strong sense of inquiry — to arm them with knowledge in S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) to tackle this brave new world of unknowns.

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Mr Roll is a regular toilet paper tube. He is hardworking and does his job well. But when the paper runs out, he is tossed aside and labelled as trash… Is this the end for Mr Roll? Come along with Mr Roll as he discovers that there is so much more that he can be.

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A collection of 10 full-colour activity books that will make English language learning fun as children acquire grammar systematically through stories. The Wonderful World of Words (WOW) teaches children about the different word classes as the first step to building a good foundation in grammar. Each of these word classes in the WOW Kingdom is represented by a royal character so children learn how the different classes of words are used and how they interact with other words. Linked to the story set in the WOW kingdom is another story about the animals in the forest of WOW, to reinforce the concepts covered in each volume. Volume 7 - The Queen's Best Friend Focus: Adverbs describe and tell us more about verbs. Adverbs look like adjectives except that they have a -ly ending. Not all adverbs have an -ly ending.

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A collection of 10 full-colour activity books that will make English language learning fun as children acquire grammar systematically through stories. The Wonderful World of Words (WOW) teaches children about the different word classes as the first step to building a good foundation in grammar. Each of these word classes in the WOW Kingdom is represented by a royal character so children learn how the different classes of words are used and how they interact with other words. Linked to the story set in the WOW kingdom is another story about the animals in the forest of WOW, to reinforce the concepts covered in each volume. Volume 2 - The King and Queen Focus: Nouns and verbs work together to form sentences.

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Choosing to do unconventional work is hard work, especially in a society that values sticking to the norms. In We Are Singaporeans Volume 1, we meet ten people who have gone against the grain with their career paths to achieve success in their respective fields. They are: - Anthony Chen, filmmaker - Cai Yinzhou, tour guide & activist - Bjorn Low, urban farmer - Eugenia Ong, medical researcher - Eunice Olsen, TV presenter, actress, communications trainer - Joanna Dong, singer, actress and host - Kim Whye Kee, potter - Siti Khalijah Zainal, theatre actress - Shabir Tabare Alam, music composer, singer, songwriter, actor - Verleen Goh and Alan Phua, foodtech entrepreneurs In this collection of interviews featuring stunning and evocative illustrations by popular artist Lee Xinli, find out how these remarkable individuals hustle for their work goals, overcome challenges and discouragement, and stay true to their passions and visions.

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This book provides a detailed and updated analysis of S-REITs with latest developments in other REIT jurisdictions and looks into protecting and growing one’s investments in REITs after the COVID-19 pandemic. It focuses on how a REIT investor can make millions in REITs in a systematic way. The key lies in not only having Good Performing REITs in your investment portfolio and letting them run, but also in avoiding the Bad Performing REITs or Value Traps that will drain investors’ wealth, time and emotions. Gabriel Yap does a deep dive into how certain valuation benchmarks used by the market have proven to be faulty and gives clear guidance on how investors can grow with REITs. As inorganic growth has been an important factor in driving up REIT prices, this book also delves into REITs acquisitions with detailed case studies.

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The first railroad was built in the early 19th century and the world’s axis shifted along with it. Since then, revolutionary ideas have changed the way we live, work, play and connect. How were ‘instant’ messages sent in ancient times? What did the Silk Road bring to the rest of the world? Which search engine used to be called BackRub? Why does the creator of the World Wide Web regret his invention? Former TV journalist Hwee Goh and historian/artist David Liew use a fun, narrative arc to tell the stories of how connections have sparked change globally. After all, a clear view of history sets the perspective forward for the future. Are you ready for your next journey of discovery? Series Blurb The Change Makers series of books will build in readers a strong sense of inquiry, to arm them with knowledge in S.T.E.A.M (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) to tackle this brave new world of unknowns.

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In the Year of the Virus is an innovative graphic comic book inspired by the Covid-19 pandemic. The story revolves around several characters affected — and infected —- by the viral outbreak. The text by award-winning writer Felix Cheong, adapted beautifully by artist Eko, examines our humanity as our lives are upended and ended. This is a ground-breaking work that marries text with artwork and aptly captures the wild swings of emotion we all felt after the pandemic hit and the lockdown began.

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When Luke was rescued, he was very skinny and malnourished, with flaky skin, patchy fur and the saddest eyes, red from crying himself to sleep every night. And he was smelly from not having showered for a very long time. Everywhere he went, people would make unkind, snide remarks about him. Till he was rescued by the princess, Leia. This is the incredible story of how a sickly, scruffy pawper, saved from a miserable caged life, found the strength and courage to bounce back through selfless love, kindness and compassion to become the toast of the town.

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They say little girls are made of sugar and spice and everything nice. That innocent baby in the cot will one day become a sister, a mother, a wife, a daughter-in-law. A girl's first—and sometimes final—teacher is her mother. From first steps to first kiss, marriage to motherhood, mothers are the coach and counsellor in every girl's life. In this collection curated by veteran editor and writer Theresa Tan, mothers write letters to their daughters who may one day become mothers themselves. At times hilarious, mostly brutally honest, these are no-holds-barred, one-sided conversations between moms and their girls: values to impart, mistakes to learn from, wisdom to pass on, confessions to make, gratitude to express. These letters will make you laugh, weep and hug your child. Includes notes on lipstick and taking care of your body; how to survive marriage (and divorce); stupid things never to do; making hard decisions; living life with passion; raising children and caring for aging parents; carrying on family traditions; focusing on what truly matters in life. Contributors include: Adlena Oh-Wong, Amy Poon, Ng Choong San, Cynthia Chew, Dawn Lee, Dawn Sim, Janet Goh, Jennifer Heng, Jenny Wee, Kalthum Ahmad, Karen Tan, Landy Chua-Moosa, Loretta Urquhart, Paige Parker, Petrina Kow, Sangeeta Mulchand, Shaan Moledina-Lim, Chiong Xiao Ting, Lin Xiuzhen, Yen Chua and Zalina Gazali

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Have you ever wanted to make your favourite Asian dishes plant-based, but didn't know where to start? More Than Veggies by popular vegan blogger, Joy Yuan, features some of the most irresistible Asian classics like bak kwa (Chinese pork jerky), char siew (Chinese barbecue pork), dumplings, rendang and kaya (coconut egg jam), made wholesome with the goodness of plants. Joy has perfected these dishes, ensuring that they taste familiar to the original dishes, and are just as hearty, robust and satisfying. She also makes it a point to use common pantry ingredients rather than expensive or difficult-to-find vegan substitutes, to keep these plant-based options practical and accessible for the everyday home cook. Where applicable, options to make the dishes allium-free, soy-free and gluten-free are also provided, so anyone can enjoy these delicious plant-based meals.

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From the kitchen of VIBE café comes a collection of plant-based recipes that will guide you to a healthier way of eating. From smoothie bowls, energising breakfasts, and easy lunches, to desserts, elixirs, juices and milks, these dishes and drinks will make you feel vibrant, nourished and alive. Embodying the café’s ‘from scratch’ ethos, versatile dressings, condiments, and fermented pickles are also included. Adapted into a format that is easy for home cooks to recreate, the recipes are written in easy-to-follow instructions and accompanied by tips from the café’s chefs. This book is for those who are just embarking on a health journey through food and those who already regularly make plant-based meals. It is not just for vegans, but also those who want to eat flavourful, delicious and creative food.

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Over the past century, Malaysia has seen criminal cases that have gripped the attention of the entire nation and beyond. These crimes vary in nature and details, and in some instances, the perpetrators have been caught and punished, while others remain unresolved. What most of them have in common is that they were real life dramas played out through the media and carried into every home. This compilation brings together 42 of the most well-known and notorious cases, based on the authors’ research and consultations with some of the most eminent historians, criminal lawyers, crime reporters and police officers in the country, who were able to breathe new life into some of the cases and shed new light on the notorious events. These cases go as far back as 1875, beginning with colonial-era intrigues that remain unresolved to this day, and investigate over a century of Malaysian murders and mysteries.

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Every crime scene has clues if you know where to look, and with the correct techniques, you might just uncover the truth of what happened. Moments like this are perfect for forensics to come in and save the day! In this book, experts will guide you to explore how everyday objects can provide vital clues to investigative questions. You will learn to debunk myths commonly depicted on television, immerse in Singapore stories that made headlines in newspapers and challenge yourself with fun activities. Go behind the scenes and see how forensic scientists work to solve crimes. You will realise that the science learnt in school is a useful foundation for unravelling mysteries. So, let’s look at fingerprints, ropes and knots, gases, unknown substances, fire, etc., and analyse them to gather clues and find out who the culprit is. Remember — every contact leaves a trace!

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Karpal Singh is widely regarded as Malaysia’s best criminal and constitutional lawyer. His sudden death on 17 April 2014 in a horrific car accident – just a month after he was convicted of sedition in the High Court – shocked and saddened Malaysians to the core and left a deep void in the country’s legal and political landscape. Karpal was a fearless advocate for justice and a defender of human rights in South East Asia and has appeared in the Privy Council in London on a number of occasions before such appeals were abandoned by Malaysia. He is renowned for his defence of many people from many nations who have faced the death penalty under Malaysia's Dangerous Drugs Act. In recent years, one of his biggest achievements was his successful defence of former Deputy Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on two charges of sodomy in 2012. On the night he died, Karpal was still fighting for Anwar, who had been convicted once again of sodomy, and seeking to reassure him. He told the Opposition leader in a telephone call he would do his best in the prosecution’s `fast-tracked’ Federal Court of Appeal. Indeed, Karpal had Anwar’s files with him in his vehicle when the fateful crash occurred. In this edition with a new foreword by Karpal’s son, Gobind Singh Deo, veteran journalist Tim Donoghue completes the biography of Malaysia’s tenacious and principled lawyer-politician

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Home-cooked Meals: Favourite Asian Dishes and More celebrates the comfort of sharing a home-cooked meal with family and friends. In this collection, popular culinary consultant Allan Albert Teoh presents 45 carefully tested dishes that can be mixed and matched to form a satisfying meal. Choose from a variety of Asian home-style favourites such as beef rendang (spicy dry beef stew), fish head curry and stir-fried okra; or prepare simple one-dish classics like white bee hoon (braised rice vermicelli) and kampong fried rice. Round off a perfect meal with desserts such as pulut tai tai (glutinous rice cakes with coconut jam) and rose coconut ladu (sweet coconut balls), which are sure to delight your loved ones. Cooking at home becomes a simple pleasure with Allan’s easy-to-follow, mouth-watering recipes.

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