Issue
Jul-Sep 2026
22 May 2026
The forgotten terracotta warriors of Jurong and other stories in BiblioAsia Volume 22, Issue 2
An Ancient Chinese City in Jurong
Flying swordsmen, terracotta warriors and famous TV stars once captivated visitors at the former Tang Dynasty City. (PDF)
From Comics to Culture: Graphic Non-fiction in Singapore
Graphic non-fiction has become increasingly mainstream in recent years thanks to a growing community of local writers and illustrators who are pushing the boundaries of their craft. (PDF)
Sengkang: From Fisheries Port to Integrated Town
Where the river once provided livelihoods, Sengkang has grown into a modern township that weaves together heritage, green spaces, integrated transport and excellent amenities to form a vibrant community. (PDF)
Musical Evenings in Changi Internment Camp
In the early months of the Japanese Occupation, a music-loving Japanese camp commander played a supporting role in musical activities that became a source of comfort and solace for the civilian internees. (PDF)
The Lions of the Lion City: How Heraldry Shaped Singapore’s Identity
In Singapore, a creature that is not native to the island has become one of its most recognisable symbols, showing that heraldry is not merely decorative but a visual record of power. (PDF)
The Perfect Brew: Singapore’s Chinese Tea Culture
Singapore’s Chinese tea heritage tells a story where traditional practices, community and adaptive innovation have shaped an evolving yet enduring cultural legacy. (PDF)
Beyond the Red Light: Geylang and Its Storied Lorongs
Geylang and its infamous side lanes have a rich history that is often overshadowed by its reputation as a red-light district. (PDF)
The Days Leading to Separation in Lee Kuan Yew’s Own Words
The final agreement that separated Singapore from Malaysia had to be negotiated with great secrecy. After it was signed, senior leaders in Singapore had to be persuaded that there was no other solution. (PDF)
Should Otters Get a Singapore Passport?
In a BiblioAsia Podcast episode, editor-in-chief Jimmy Yap interviews environmental historian Timothy P. Barnard who tells us how migrant animals such as otters came to be in Singapore and what makes them Singaporean. (PDF)