Need more support for local writers


  • Letters
  • Tuesday, 25 Jun 2019

I REFER to the report “Malaysians love reading, but fewer local books sold” on June 23 (The Star; online at bit.ly/star_local).

Local books published in English tend to contain a good number of grammar, syntax, and vocabulary mistakes. Sometimes, even the information is incorrect. It seems local authors and publishers do not make use of editorial services. It is a fact that even the best writer needs an editor.

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