A Malaysian storybook trail + 7 book events you can't miss in December


The 'LiteraTur: Dongeng Si Siti Kecil' with National Laureate Prof Dr Siti Zainon Ismail takes place in KL on Dec 14. The literature tour revisits the storybook trail in Siti Zainon's 1988 book 'Dongeng Si Siti Kecil'. Photo: Filepic

The month of December features a variety of activities for book lovers, with a storybook trail in KL with a National Laureate, a vintage book market (yes, perfect for your Christmas gift ideas) and special interest art-related discussions.

Here are eight literary events around the Klang Valley to investigate:

If you missed Ito Hiromi at the recent George Town Literary Festival, fret not. She is holding a public talk in KL.

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