What's a pelesit? Find out in Hanna Alkaf's new book, which comes out this August


Hanna's second novel has been described as a 'Malaysian folk tale come to life'. It will be targeted at the middle-grade audience. Photo: Filepic

Last year, author Hanna Alkaf, 35, made waves in the publishing scene with the release of her first novel The Weight Of Her Sky, which received acclaim both locally and internationally.

On Aug 4, Hanna is set to release her new book The Girl And The Ghost, which explores themes of jealousy, love, and the extraordinary power of friendship.

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