Sneak preview of mega bookstore Eslite Spectrum KL, which opens on Dec 17


A general view of the Eslite Spectrum KL mega bookstore at The Starhill mall in Kuala Lumpur. Photo: The Star/Izzrafiq Alias

If you ever wanted to experience a late-night bookstore-browsing experience, then don't miss Taiwanese mega bookshop chain Eslite Spectrum's much-awaited opening in downtown Kuala Lumpur this Saturday (Dec 17).

As a launch day special, Eslite Spectrum KL, located at The Starhill mall in Bukit Bintang, will be extending its hours right up to 1am to welcome book lovers, night owls and culture vultures.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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