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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Eslite Spectrum KL

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

Eslite Children, a space for young readers and the whole family. Photo: The Star/Izzrafiq Alias

A view of the 'Singing Jimmy' exhibition by Taiwanese artist Jimmy Liao. Photo: Eslite Spectrum

The Bahasa Malaysia book section at Eslite Spectrum KL. Photo: Eslite Spectrum

The "Terrarium" area at the Eslite Spectrum KL bookstore. Photo: The Star/Izzrafiq Alias

The bookstore also aims to activate creative community events with film screenings, book talks, workshops, lectures and more. Photo: The Star/Izzrafiq Alias

Staff members working at the gift-wrapping zone, which features an array of Taiwanese-designed paper goods. Photo: The Star/Izzrafiq Alias