KUALA LUMPUR, June 2 -- When you think of international authors like J.K. Rowling, Stephenie Meyer, and George R.R. Martin, it's evident their books have captivated global audiences, including readers in Malaysia.

Closer to home, Malaysian authors like Hanna Alkaf and Tan Twan Eng have also left their mark with English-language titles such as The Weight of Our Sky and The Garden of Evening Mists.

Whether international or local, Malaysians appear to have a growing appreciation for English-language literature.

This raises an important question: how do Bahasa Malaysia (BM) books compare, and are they resonating just as strongly with local readers?

Speaking to Malay Mail, a local bookstore revealed that in 2024, BM titles accounted for 36...