This 19-year-old Malaysian has already penned two books


At 19, Xygarathma already has two books to her name. Her latest is Silent Bird. Photo: The Star/Samuel Ong

The sun is almost setting and Xygarathma (pronounced zai-ga-rath-ma) Lebibi is still patiently signing copies of her new book Silent Bird. Once the crowd disperses and the 19-year-old comes over for our interview, signs of fatigue – and some relief – are evident on her face.

Does it get easier, I ask.

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