Jamuan Khaoyam /by Shie Khim, Chang

• writer: Shie Khim, Chang

• illustrator: Shie Khim, Chang

• publisher: Gasing Buku

• published in: 2026

• language: Bahasa Melayu

For those who live in or hail from the East Coast of Malaysia, Khaoyam (as it’s known in Thai) or Nasi Kerabu holds a special place in the heart.

For author and illustrator Shie Khim, Chang, who has lived away from her hometown Kelantan for many years, the aromatic herbs of this dish deliver more than just a taste.

They evoke a deep sense of nostalgia.

The flavours of our childhood always lead us back to thoughts of home and family. Using subtle collage techniques and a warm, calming colour palette, Shie Khim creates a sense of magic that gently guides readers back to their own memories and inner selves.

Following the success of "The Border", this second collaboration with Gasing Buku is a beautiful piece of work you won't want to miss.