Zen Cho

Zen Cho is a Malaysian author known for her works in fantasy and science fiction. She has received acclaim for her novels and short stories, including the award-winning 'Sorcerer to the Crown'.

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  1. 1. Sorcerer To The Crown

    "Sorcerer To The Crown" is a captivating fantasy novel set in a magical version of Regency England. The story follows Zacharias, the first African Sorcerer Royal, as he navigates the treacherous world of politics and magic. With the help of his bold and resourceful assistant, Prunella, they uncover a dark secret threatening the balance of power between humans and magical beings. As they embark on a dangerous journey, they must confront prejudice, unravel mysteries, and challenge the norms of society to restore harmony in the magical realm.

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  2. 2. The True Queen

    A Sorcerer to the Crown Novel

    In this enchanting historical fantasy, two sisters find themselves stranded in Regency England after a magical mishap in their home of Janda Baik. With one sister cursed and without her memories, they seek the aid of England's Sorceress Royal. Their quest leads them to discover their own hidden powers and confront a malevolent fairy realm. As they navigate the complexities of high society and magical intrigue, the sisters uncover secrets about their past and the true nature of the curse that binds them. The narrative weaves a tale of sisterhood, identity, and the courage to fight for one's place in the world, all set against the backdrop of a richly imagined magical Regency era.

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  3. 3. Black Water Sister

    In this captivating tale set in Malaysia, a young woman named Jessamyn Teoh finds herself caught between the modern world and the supernatural realm when she begins hearing the voice of her deceased grandmother. As Jess navigates her family's secrets and her own identity crisis, she becomes entangled with a vengeful spirit known as the Black Water Sister. This spirit, tied to her grandmother's past, demands Jess's help in settling an old score, forcing her to confront her fears and embrace her heritage. The story weaves together themes of family, tradition, and self-discovery, all against a backdrop of cultural and spiritual complexity.

  4. 4. The Order Of The Pure Moon Reflected In Water

    Set in a fantastical version of Southeast Asia, this enchanting tale follows a band of roguish bandits who unexpectedly find themselves entangled with a young nun seeking refuge. As they navigate a world filled with magic, martial arts, and unexpected alliances, the group must confront their own pasts and beliefs. The story beautifully weaves themes of identity, loyalty, and the quest for belonging, all while exploring the delicate balance between tradition and change in a richly imagined landscape.

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  5. 5. Spirits Abroad

    A collection of short fiction that blends Southeast Asian folklore with contemporary life, following characters—often migrants, exiles, or those caught between cultures—who encounter ghosts, spirits, and uncanny forces while wrestling with love, family, identity, and displacement. The stories move between wry humor and quiet melancholy, reworking myth and the supernatural into domestic, intimate moments that illuminate colonial legacies, queer desire, and the search for belonging. Taken together, the pieces offer atmospheric, compassionate readings of how the past and the spirit world shape present-day lives.

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