Young Malaysian writers explore concept of 'the eye’ in new short story collection

Young writer Augustina Macutay Kitabiri (in red) is seen at the recent launch of the book 'The Eye' in Petaling Jaya. Photo: Yee Theen Gee

It was the start of the literary journey for 20 young writers, aged 12-16. The recent launch of The Eye: A Young Writers’ Anthology at BookXcess in Tropicana Gardens Mall, Petaling Jaya, was exciting, to say the least. The place was packed with supporters and those who wanted to get a glimpse of the young scribes and a copy of the book.

The Eye is the culmination of the Junior Writers Programme 2023 organised by writer, editor and trainer Brigitte Rozario. During the seven-month programme, the writers learnt the nuts and bolts of writing fiction.