"Libraries Enriching Lives"

"Libraries Enriching Lives"

Our 2023 Library Week Theme.

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Meet Norti Hj. Sirin

Place of Birth: Kota Belud, Sabah

About Norti Hj. Sirin

Senior Deputy Registrar of Universiti Malaysia Sabah and has served at UMS for 21 years, originally from Kota Belud, Sabah. Now she heads the UMS Quality Management Division since 2017. She has been the MS ISO Quality Management System Lead Auditor since 2011, and the Head of Internal Audit at UMS from 2011 to 2016.

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Ramadhan Al Mubarak

March 2024

A month full of blessings, mercy and forgiveness where all Muslims focus on religious devotion in this glorious month.

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Valentine's Day

February 2024

Every 14th of February, lovers express their affection with greetings and gifts.

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Christmas Day

December 2023

It's the most beautiful time of the year. Embrace the joy of the season as we delve into the magic that makes Christmas truly special.

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World Diabetes Day

November 2023

Aims to promote and improve human health regarding diabetes.

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World Audiovisual Heritage Day

October 2023

Observed every 27th October, themed "Your Window to the World" this year. See our eBooks collection.

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World Mental Health Day

October 2023

Join us, on 10 October, in “40 seconds of action” to raise awareness of suicide around the world

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Internet Safety

September 2023

Be smart and don’t be a victim of scams and hoaxes.

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Celebrate Malaysia Day

September 2023

Commemorate the establishment of the federation of Malaysia on the same date in 1963.

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International Youth Day

August 2023

Falls on 12th August, this year theme is "Green Skills for Youth: Towards a Sustainable World".

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World Chocolate Day

July 2023

Did you know that humans have enjoyed chocolate for at least 4,000 years?

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World Hepatitis Day

July 2023

World Hepatitis Day is celebrated every year on the 28th of July to raise awareness about hepatitis

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World Chess Day

July 2023

World Chess Day was initiated to recognize chess as one of the most ancient, intellectual and cultural games.

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Global Day of Parents

June 2023

Dated every 1st of June, we bring you collection regarding parenting.

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Against Drug Abuse

June 2023

26th June, International Day Against Drug Abuse themed “Addressing drug challenges in health and humanitarian crises".

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Father's Day

June 2023

June 18th, the honorable day where we celebrate Father’s Day 2023.

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World Cancer Day

February 2023

Held every 4 February, is the global uniting initiative led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC).

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Chap Goh Mei 2023

February 2023

Let's celebrate the first full moon of the Lunar New Year with lantern festival.

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International Mother Language Day

February 2023

Celebrated annually to promote multilingualism and awareness of cultural and linguistic diversity.

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Chinese New Year 2023

January 2023

Gong Xi Fa Cai and go get those 'Angpows'! This year, Water Rabbit.

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World Braille Day

January 2023

Celebrated every year on January 4th, in conjunction with Louis Braille’s birthday, the inventor of braille.

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International Disability Day

December 2022

Every 3rd of December. Check out our collections.

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World AIDS Day

December 2022

Observed every 1st of December. Know Your status.

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Human Rights Day

December 2022

Every 10th of December. Check out our collection celebrating the 71th anniversary.

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Stop Women Abuse

November 2022

Falls every 25th of November. Violence is not inevitable. See our collection.

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World Television Day

November 2022

Celebrated every 21st November since 1996, check out our collection.

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World Suicide Prevention Day

September 2022

10th September, light a candle near your window at 8p.m. See our collections.

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Celebrate National Day

August 2022

'Keluarga Malaysia Teguh Bersama', was chosen as the theme of National Day and Malaysia Day 2022 in line with the concept of Malaysian Family harmony

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Father's Day

June 2022

Sabah State Library would like to wish a Happy Father’s Day to every father out there! You, sir, have done a lot in building a great nation!

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Kaamatan Festival

June 2022

This year theme 'Kaamatan Monunduan do Winorun” = “Kaamatan ensouls nature” will focus on nature conservation.

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Happy Teacher’s Day

May 2022

Teachers' Day is a special day for the appreciation of teachers, and may include celebrations to honor them for their special contributions!

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Hari Raya Aidilfitri

May 2022

In the excitement of celebrating, make sure you are vigilant when visiting relatives' houses. Sabah State Library would like to wish 'Selamat Hari Raya' to all Muslims!

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Labour’s Day

May 2022

Dedicated on 1st May every year as the "Workers Day of International Unity and Solidarity." Happy Labour’s Day!

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Good Friday

April 2022

Falls on 15th April 2022 which is a day for all Christians to commemorate Jesus’ crucifixion.

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International Children's Book Day (ICBD)

April 2022

Celebrated annually on 2nd April in conjunction with the birthday of a certain classic children’s book author.

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World Autism Awareness Day

April 2022

Every 2nd April, celebrated to raise awareness of autism, encourage international support and inspire individuals.

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World Poetry Day

March 2022

Celebrated every 21st March, , "with the aim of supporting linguistic diversity through poetic expression".

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Valentine's Day

February 2022

Every 14th of February, lovers express their affection with greetings and gifts.

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International Women's Day

March 2022

Celebrated every 8th of March. Each one of us can help create a gender equal world.

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Celebrating Diwali

November 2021

Know more on celebrating The Festival of Lights.

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Halloween Themed Poetry-Out-Loud

November 2021

Entitled, The Raven by Edgar Allen Poe. Recited by, Veronica Vivian Estrop.

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Move into Covid-19 Endemic

September 2021

What should we know about this new phase? Let's learn more from the video below by our partner SabahNet.

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'Libby' How To Access Video

September 2021

Watch this brief video tutorial on how to access and use our Libby App!

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'Libby' App Tutorial

October 2021

How to use 'Libby' App to access our e-Resources collection.

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Malaysia Day

September 2021

Celebrated every 16 September, see our collection and a brief history video regarding the formation of Malaysia.

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Harvest Festival

May 2021

Things you can do to celebrate Harvest Festival.

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Ramadan Healthy Eating

April 2021

"Selamat Berpuasa". Some healthy eating tips during Ramadan for your reading.

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SSL Amnesty Month

August 2020

Return overdue loans. 16th Ogos to 16th September

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SSL Opening SOP

June 2020

SSL to resume operations back on their selected dates with the following SOP.

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Family & Relationships

June 2020

We have put together a list of collections for this important institution.

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Hari Raya Aidilfitri

May 2020

We wish all our friends a Happy Hari Raya Aidilfitri. Maaf Zahir Batin.

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Audiobook Libby Tutorial

May 2020

Courtesy of SSL Papar Branch. Video on how to access Libby audiobook.

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'Jom Baca Bersama 2020'

April 2020

Join us on doing this at your home with family. Don't forget to take pictures or videos.

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World Earth Day

April 2020

Celebrated on 22nd April to raise awareness about the importance of protecting and preserving our natural world.

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World Book Day

April 2020

Every April 23rd. See our librarians sharing their personal favorites to celebrate World Book Day.

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Public Quiz Trivia

2020

Scan QR code and get the trivia quiz for SSL Tanjung Aru Branch.

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World Teacher's Day

October 2019

Falls on 5th of October every year, see our collection.

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International Older Persons Day

October 2019

Falls on 1st of October, with a list of titles available to check out.

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International Youth Day 2019

August 2019

Dated every August, we bring you collection regarding International Youth Day.

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Grand Opening

July 2019

Official Opening of Sabah State Library Tanjung Aru Branch by Chief Minster of Sabah.

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Tanjung Aru Branch Opening

March 2019

Open for 36 hours on Monday, 1st April 2019 from 9:00am to 9:00pm the next day.

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World Children's Day

November 2018

This year’s theme is "Children of Today, Our Keepers Tomorrow".

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World Toilet's Day

November 2018

The theme for World Toilet Day this year is “When Nature Calls”.

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Coloring Competition

November 2018

November 10, 2018 at 9.30 am to 11.00 am, at Library @ UTC

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4th Borneo Book Festival

October 2018

Themed "Membaca Citra Masyarakat Intelek". Meet us there.

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Crazy Rich Asians

August 2018

See our eBook collection before heading to the cinema.

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Staff Picks

August 2018

The Outsider by Stephen King, reviewed by our very own.

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Bakti PNS Charity Sale

June 2018

Clothing, bags, shoes, daily necessities and foods.

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Staff Picks

May 2018

Endurance by J.A. Konrath, reviewed by our very own.

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Career Paths

May 2018

High school graduates, you have abundant career options ahead of you.

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Our Local Authors

Monthly Local Author

March 2024

Meet Mahmud Jahar, our local author of the month.

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Monthly Local Author

February 2024

Meet Haji Mohd Farid Linggi, our local author of the month.

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January 2024

Meet Rose@ Salvia Binti Mahmud, our local author of the month.

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Monthly Local Author

December 2023

Meet Awang Abdul Muizz bin Awang Marusin, our local author of the month.

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November 2023

Meet Dr. Marlenny Deen Erwan, our local author of the month.

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October 2023

Meet Bilson Kurus @Belson Bingku, our local author of the month.

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September 2023

Meet Hartini Taman, our local author of the month.

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August 2023

Meet Alexander Yee, our local author of the month.

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June 2023

Meet Henry Bating, our local author of the month.

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Monthly Local Author

June 2023

Meet Angela Engkuan, our local author of the month.

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May 2023

Meet Mohd Firdaus Bin Abd Salam, our local author of the month.

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February 2023

Meet Siti Aisyah Binti Mat Saad, our local author of the month.

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February 2023

Meet Ramlee Jalimin Jainin, our local author of the month.

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January 2023

Meet David B. Sooning@ Suning (Langkawit), our local author of the month.

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Monthly Local Author

November 2022

Meet Yuliamin Sahirursah Yusop, our local author of the month.

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October 2022

Meet Rozlin Adrenalin, our local author of the month.

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September 2022

Meet Suriati Rudin, our local author of the month.

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August 2022

Meet Norti Hj. Sirin, our local author of the month.

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July 2022

Meet Wilyawaty Dzulkiflie, our local author of the month.

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May 2022

Meet Witer Gunik, our local author of the month.

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April 2022

Meet Farrawati Sabli, our local author of the month.

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March 2022

Meet Nurain Pulin Sayau, our local author of the month.

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February 2022

Meet Emin Madi, our local author of the month.

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January 2022

Meet Nursyafiqah binti Roslan, our local author of the month.

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Monthly Local Author

December 2021

Meet Aminah Sambion, our local author of the month.

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November 2021

Meet Norhayati Tasif, our local author of the month.

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October 2021

Meet Intan Rosina, our local author of the month.

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September 2021

Meet Sunita Sahidin, our local author of the month.

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August 2021

Meet Datuk Jamdin Buyong, our local author of the month.

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July 2021

Meet Ruhaini Matdarin, our local author of the month.

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April 2021

Meet Mohd Amini Gamis, our local author of the month.

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March 2021

Meet Awang Karim Abdul Kadir, our local author of the month.

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February 2021

Meet Mabulmaddin Shaiddin, our local author of the month.

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January 2021

Meet Sitti Rahmah G Ibrahim, our local author of the month.

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December 2020

Meet Rashiela Nurain Rasid, our local author of the month.

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November 2020

Meet Juri Durabi, our local author of the month.

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October 2020

Meet Dr. Hjh. Siti Aidah Binti Haji Lukin@ Lokin, our local author of the month.

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September 2020

Meet Hajah Sitti Hadiah Haji Abd Mutalib, our local author of the month.

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August 2020

Meet Rodiah Haji Said, our local author of the month.

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July 2020

Meet Hasyuda Abadi, our local author of the month.

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June 2020

Meet Ramlee Awang Murshid, our local author of the month.

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March 2020

Meet Zainab binti Nawab Khan, our local author of the month.

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February 2020

Meet Jekius Karim, our local author of the month.

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January 2020

Meet Miz Adlina Batrisyia Indra, our local author of the month.

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December 2019

Meet Binson A. Sabiah, our local author of the month.

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November 2019

Meet Lorena Binisol, our local author of the month.

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Monthly Local Author

October 2019

Meet Alis Padasian our local author of the month.

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Monthly Local Author

September 2019

Meet Anna Vivienne our local author of the month.

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August Local Author

August 2019

Meet Marmoh Kasman, our local author of the month.

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Monthly Local Personality

July 2019

Meet Mr & Mrs Pang, our local authors of the month.

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May 2019

Meet Junaidah Parudin, our local author of the month.

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April 2019

Meet Dr. Rosliah Kiting, our local author of the month.

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January 2019

Meet Dayangku Mastura, our local author of the month.

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December 2018

Meet Datuk C.L. Chan, our local author of the month.

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November 2018

Meet Raymond Majumah, our local author of the month.

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October 2018

Meet Kathirina Susanna Tati, our local author of the month.

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September 2018

Meet Datuk Jasni Matlani, our local author of the month

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August 2018

Meet Bryan Paul Lai, our local author of the month.

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June 2018

Meet Dayu Sansalu, our local author of the month.

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Monthly Local Author

May 2018

Meet Hazrie Halim, our local author of the month.

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