Being critical of made-in-Malaysia books is all about being supportive

By Daphne Lee

What do you think of books published in Asia? Start a conversation with our columnist in this new monthly focus on local English books.

"Wanted: Encouragers. (We have a surplus of critics already, thanks.) – The World.”

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