Got Kids, Go Where?: The Best Ever CheekieMonkie Guide to Things to Do with Kids in Singapore
Kelvin Ang
Singapore: Arnour Press, 2015
ISBN: 9789814597913

Singapore is one gigantic playzone for kids! Really? Read Got Kids, Go Where? and you'll be convinced. Award-winning daddy blogger Kelvin Ang has Top 10 Lists galore -- from the best outdoor playgrounds and water play areas to the best boardwalks, animal farms and trails. Top 10 staycations? Heritage walks? Seaside dining spots with kids? Island-hopping trips? Kite-flying spots? Arts and craft places? Cultural attractions? And since we’re in foodie land, let's not forget the Top 10 breakfast places, cafes in parks, kid-friendly restaurants, dessert places, buffet places, supper places and picnic spots in Singapore!

Tall Tales and MisAdventures of a Young Westernized Oriental Gentleman
Goh Poh Seng
Singapore: NUS Press, 2015
ISBN: 9789971696344

This book of short stories by Goh Poh Seng tells his adventures as a young Asian student in the Ireland of the 1950s. Brought up in post-war Kuala Lumpur, the impressionable young man finds himself transported to a totally different milieu and culture. The stories follow him from the first tentative steps of his voyage to Europe, to his sojourn in a hostel for Asian students and the shock of boarding life in a boys' Catholic school; continues with his early awakening to the possibility of becoming a writer, together with a total embrace of the cultural and literary pleasures of Dublin. Along the way, he met a colourful tapestry of characters, among them a member of the Anglo-Irish gentry, the suave and charming Tom Pierre from the West Indies, and the much-loved Irish poet Paddy Kavanagh.

In Time, Out of Place
You Jin
Singapore: Epigram Books, 2014
ISBN: 9789814615044

To read a You Jin travel essay is to journey to a specific time and location, and to encounter individual people there who bring the place near, making it more tangible for the reader than it could otherwise be.

You Jin brings to her travel writing the same wit and storytelling ability evident in her fiction, adept at capturing a whimsical incident and weaving it into a narrative that is both compelling and amusing, such as her travels in Eastern Europe in the early 1990s, when the region was undergoing dramatic change. Nearly every continent is represented in this volume, beautifully captured with her trademark spirited good humour, bringing to life the vastness of the globe we inhabit, as well as more intimate encounters with the people she meets along the way, be they fellow travellers or residents of the places she visits.

Visualising Space: Maps of Singapore and the Region: Collections From the National Library and National Archives of Singapore
National Library Board, Singapore
Singapore: National Library Board, 2015
ISBN: 9789814634083

Visualising Space: Maps of Singapore and the Region details the rich cartographical history of Southeast Asia from the 15th century to the present day.

An essay by award-winning historian, Peter Borschberg, explains how early European cartographers -- inspired by the exotic lands of Southeast Asia -- came to conceive, perceive and map the region before the arrival of Stamford Raffles in Singapore, while heritage and maps expert Mok Ly Yng provides a fascinating study on the history of modern mapping in Singapore since 1819.

Essays by librarian Makeswary Periasamy and archivist Kevin Khoo offer detailed overviews of the rare map collections of the National Library and the National Archives of Singapore respectively. Visualising Space also includes a comprehensive appendix of local map resources.

More Than a Mountain: The Journey of Singapore's First Women's Team to the Summit of Mount Everest
Singapore Women's Everest Team
Singapore: Singapore Women's Everest Team, 2014
ISBN: 9789810768140

“When we first started telling people that we wanted to climb Mount Everest, the most common question we got was, ‘Wow that’s great! But surely you mean to Everest Base Camp?’”

The Singapore Women’s Everest Team presents a unique and inspiring success story about a team of six young women who started off as strangers, united by a common love for the mountains, coming together in a five-year journey that defied all doubts and culminated with two spectacular days on the summit of Mount Everest.

More Than A Mountain brings to life the team’s journey through personal stories, anecdotes and humbling experiences – told through a series of captivating photographs, illustrations and never-been-told before accounts of what truly went on in the Everest expedition. Through personal journal entries and behind-the-scene stories, the book also provides a first-person’s insight into the massive planning and preparation necessary for the mammoth task of climbing Mount Everest.

Travellers' Tales of Old Singapore
Michael Wise (comp.)
Singapore: Marshall Cavendish, 2013
ISBN: 9789814408141

From the very beginning, Singapore's promise of adventure and romance lured visitors to her shores. Travellers came from everywhere and found in Singapore so much to amaze and amuse, so much to write home about.

The tales selected for this collection take the reader back to the early days of Singapore when pirates roamed the seas and tigers ate Chinamen for breakfast. It was an era of rickshaws and gharries, of pepper and gambier plantations, of secret societies and opium dens.

Through the eyes of more than 60 visitors are seen glimpses of a place, a time and a way of life that is very different from today's.

Floating on a Malayan Breeze: Travels in Singapore and Malaysia
Sudhir Thomas Vadaketh
Singapore: NUS Press, 2012
ISBN: 9789971696474

What happens when a country splits apart? Forty-seven years ago, Singapore separated from Malaysia. Since then, the two countries have developed along their own paths. Malaysia has given preference to the majority of Malay Muslims - the bumiputera, or sons of the soil. Singapore, meanwhile, has tried to build a meritocracy - ostensibly color-blind, yet more encouraging perhaps to some Singaporeans than to others. How have these policies affected ordinary people? How do these two divergent nations and their peoples now see each other and the world around them?

Seeking answers to these questions, two Singaporeans set off to cycle around Peninsular Malaysia, armed with a tent, two pairs of clothes and a daily budget of three US dollars each. They spent 30 days on the road, cycling through every Malaysian state, and chatting with hundreds of Malaysians. Not satisfied, they then went on to interview many more people in Malaysia and Singapore. What they found are two countries that have developed economically but are still struggling to find their souls. Despite the historical and cultural links, the invisible political line has increasingly become a powerful force for mistrust and misunderstanding.

A Whole Neu World: 18 Months in Laos
Neu Wee Teck
Singapore: Ethos Books, 2012
ISBN: 9789810731366

A Whole Neu World is an engaging account of Neu Wee Teck's (mis)adventures in Laos and his encounters with its lovely people during his stint as a volunteer teacher with the Singapore International Foundation. Besides his official assignment of teaching English to government officials in Vientiane, he managed to find time to chew bamboo larvae and duck out of drinking duck blood in the mountains of north-eastern Laos, fend off the matchmaking attempts of a noodle seller, help out at village schools, and organise the first Laos-Singapore Charity Run. Wee Teck shows that, sometimes, taking a leap of faith into the unknown is indeed the best way to grow – spiritually, professionally and, not least, horizontally.

The Heritage of Hospitality: A History of the Singapore Hotel Industry
Singapore Hotel Association
Singapore: Marshall Cavendish Editions for Singapore Hotel Association, 2011
ISBN: 9789814346436

The Heritage of Hospitality is published to mark the golden anniversary of the Singapore Hotel Association (SHA). Filled with interesting information, it is the first book to trace the development of the local hotel scene since the early days of Sir Stamford Raffles. Following events unfolding across the world, the industry has grown over the years and adapted and innovated according to changing trends and consumer preferences.

This lavish coffee table book is a record of Singapore's hotel industry through the years and includes a section on the factors and trends that have contributed to the shaping of the industry. Finally, it wraps up with a review of the achievements and activities of the SHA.

Surprising Singapore: 101 Things to Do
Adeline Loh and Edwin Tam
Point Reyes Station, CA: ORO Editions, 2011
ISBN: 9780981985701

Surprising Singapore: 101 Things to Do gets you discovering the many faces of Asia's garden city in its most vibrant neighbourhoods. With 101 activities introducing you to quintessentially Singaporean experiences, Surprising Singapore will delight anyone who enjoys heading off the beaten track to experience a slice of Singapore life. Surprising Singapore takes you through the heritage districts of Chinatown, Little India, Katong, Geylang Serai, Arab Street and Bugis; the historical Colonial District, the wining and dining precincts of The Quays, Marina Bay, Fullerton Heritage, Dempsey Hill, Holland Village and Buona Vista; the islands off Singapore's shores, Sentosa and Pulau Ubin; off the beaten track Changi and Alexandra, and shop-till-you-drop Orchard Road. Get ready to explore this Southeast Asian powerhouse which has fascinated the world with its melting pot of Asian cultures, legendary cuisines and endless shopping.

Fun for Kids in Singapore (3rd ed.)
Karen J. Renner
Singapore: Marshall Cavendish Editions, 2011
ISBN: 9789814346429

Tired of hearing your child ask, "What are we doing today, Mum?" Run out of ideas for entertaining your children at weekends? If your answer to these questions is "YES" then Fun for Kids in Singapore is for you!

This new, updated and expanded edition of Fun for Kids in Singapore addresses the ever-increasing demand for information about children's activities and interests in Singapore. You will be surprised to find out how much there is to do. Fun for Kids in Singapore is a wonderful resource for parents that will once and for all dispel the myth that Singapore is boring!

Once Bitten, Never Shy: Confessions of a Backpacking Diplomat
Sim Siong Chye
Singapore: Armour Publishing, 2011
ISBN: 9789814305396

After being offered his first overseas posting to Beijing, Sim Siong Chye was smitten by the wanderlust of travelling. Criss-crossing several continents, from Asia to Europe, the Middle East and South America, the author's encounters and cultural exchanges enable us to discover the joy and exuberance of backpacking travels. Filled with comical instances, Once Bitten, Never Shy allows us to sightsee without leaving our armchairs.

Heritage Places of Singapore
Wan Meng Hao & Jacqueline Lau
Singapore: Marshall Cavendish, 2009
ISBN: 9789812618580

Where can you find stately Colonial mansions, beautiful churches and synagogues as well as magnificent temples coexisting side-by-side with over 400 species of plants, birds, animals and insects?

The answer is Heritage Places of Singapore which introduces readers to the island city's historical, natural, cultural and social contexts. In addition, readers can learn about the various landmarks that played a part during the two world wars.

Grouped by geographical location, each of the 100 entries includes full-colour pictures and well-researched text. With over 200 colour photographs and a handy transport guide, Heritage Places of Singapore is the ideal companion to explore the city's legacy.

In Singapore: 60 Fabulous Adventures in the City
Marianne Rogerson
Singapore: Marshall Cavendish, 2009
ISBN: 9789812618733

If you've ever heard or said "there's nothing to do in Singapore except eat and shop", then this book is for you. The pages are jampacked with fun and interesting activities to keep you entertained during your stay in Singapore. From exploring World War II tunnels, to swinging through trees, taking a trip on a Chinese junk boat or tucking into a plate of chilli crab, there really is something for everyone in this fast-paced, ever-changing city-state.

Highly illustrated with photographs and complete with all the important information you will need, sections include Take a Hike, Cultural Interest, Eat, Drink & Be Merry, Entertaining the Kids, and Just for Fun. Whether you are visiting for a weekend or staying longer-term, you need never be at a loose end in Singapore again.

A Walking Tour: Singapore [3rd ed]
G. Byrne Bracken
Singapore: Marshall Cavendish, 2009
ISBN: 9789814276146

Singapore is a cosmopolitan city with towering skyscrapers and state-of-the-art building technology. Nestled within its modern built environment are vestiges of its British colonial past and its cultural history. From its sparkling new waterfront to its quaint shophouses and from its temples to its mosques and churches, Singapore is as multifarious architecturally as it is culturally. Architect G. Byrne Bracken captures with his sketches the unique diversity that defines Singapore. Covering favourite places such as Chinatown, the Civic District, Orchard Road and Kampong Gelam, this charming sketch-cum-guidebook will enrich your appreciation of Singapore through its distinctive urban landscape.

Six Degrees of Expatriation: Uncovering the Lives of Expats in Singapore
Maida Pineda
Singapore: Marshall Cavendish, 2009
ISBN: 9789814276672

What begins as an innocent food trip to partake of roti pratas, Hainanese Chicken Rice, and Oyster Omelettes turns into a life changing decision. International food and travel writer Maida Pineda captures the thrills, quirks, and adjustments of her big move to Singapore. Her candid and honest essays cover everything from the inescapable conversations with cab drivers, to finding a place to rent, and even the art of saving a seat in hawker centres. Through her everyday adventures in this small island, she encounters a diverse mix of expatriates including a photographer, a linguist who speaks eight languages, and a meditation teacher coming from all over the world. She tells the story of their lives in this compact country, closely interconnected, where everyone seems to be linked in a mere two degrees of separation.

Singapore by Subway

Stephanie Pee & Sylvy Soh

Singapore: Marshall Cavendish, 2009

ISBN: 9789812617439

Singapore by Subway is a fun and adventurous way of exploring the island of Singapore. Discover exciting eating places, shopping haunts large and small, and unique sights and activities, all within 10 minutes of walking distance from each MRT station. Accompanied with photographs, relevant contact details and nuggets of information, Singapore by Subway is a comprehensive tool for finding your way around the country and unearthing its many gems. Additional travel tips on the weather, transportation and other useful topics make this guide a must-have for all visitors.

Singapore: The Little Red Book
Luca Invernizzi Tettoni
Singapore: Talisman, 2009
ISBN: 9789810814687

Singapore is a microcosm of the many and varying cultures found in Asia. Everywhere you look you see a different face, another style of dress, a different building style: it's a layered country, full of contradiction, yet homogenised. Like the country this new book showcases these particularly Singaporean sights: the contrasts and contradictions as well as the parallels.

Singapore Chic [new ed.]
Adrianna Tan
Singapore: Editions Didier Millet, 2009
ISBN: 9789814217866

Unlike other cities in Asia, Singapore is a city that is comfortable with the past, always keeps an eye on the future and yet remains firmly grounded in the present. From historic Chinatown to the designer boutiques of Orchard Road; from bumboats on the Singapore River to the skyscrapers that form the backdrop of a modern metropolis hosting the world's very first Formula One night race, this bustling island-state is a mixture of style, sophistication and high-octane energy.

Singapore Chic introduces its reader to the glamour and excitement that is Singapore. Showcasing local designers in traditional shop-houses beside shining new developments such as the casinos of the state-of-the-art Integrated Resorts, the chapters of the book are arranged by districts and reflect the eclectic mix of East and West that is unique to Singapore

Stylish international hotels and elegant boutique hotels will be profiled alongside the country's best restaurants, shops, spas and nightspots. Each profile is supported by a fact box summarising key information, contact details and the distinct features of each establishment so that readers can make a choice that caters best to their particular needs.

Singapore Chic is the new 'must-have' accessory for today's modern traveller planning to discover the true delights of a vibrant city that is revamping itself before the eyes of Asia and the world.