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Melanie Lee

Choosing to do unconventional work is hard work, especially in a society that values sticking to the norms. In We Are Singaporeans Volume 1, we meet ten people who have gone against the grain with their career paths to achieve success in their respective fields. They are:

- Anthony Chen, filmmaker
- Cai Yinzhou, tour guide & activist
- Bjorn Low, urban farmer
- Eugenia Ong, medical researcher
- Eunice Olsen, TV presenter, actress, communications trainer
- Joanna Dong, singer, actress and host
- Kim Whye Kee, potter
- Siti Khalijah Zainal, theatre actress
- Shabir Tabare Alam, music composer, singer, songwriter, actor
- Verleen Goh and Alan Phua, foodtech entrepreneurs

In this collection of interviews featuring stunning and evocative illustrations by popular artist Lee Xinli, find out how these remarkable individuals hustle for their work goals, overcome challenges and discouragement, and stay true to their passions and visions.

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We are Singaporeans

We are Singaporeans (Volume 1)

We Are Singaporeans Volume 2 continues to feature inspiring illustrated interviews of Singaporeans who have carved out unconventional work paths that align with their passions and values. While the interests and experiences are varied, the interviewees’ resourcefulness and resilience collectively bring hope and possibilities to youths or anyone who is wondering about their own journeys in life. 

 The 13 people in this book are: 

• Wong Maye-e, Photojournalist 

• Darius Lim, Choir conductor and composer 

• Debby Ng, Wildlife ecologist and conservationist 

• Martino Tan, Managing Editor of Mothership 

• Felicia Low-Jimenez, Author & comics publisher 

• Adib Jalal, Urbanist 

• Sharul Channa, Stand-up comedian 

• Jay Chua, Charis Chia & Yilina Leong of Fossa Chocolate 

• Samantha Scott-Blackhall, Theatre director 

• Kenneth and Adeline Thong of The Last Resort 

The Author
Melanie Lee is a writer and lecturer from Singapore. She is also the author of the award-winning picture book series, The Adventures of Squirky the Alien, Out and About in Singapore, an illustrated children's travel guide, and Amazing Ash and Superhero Ah Ma, a middle-grade graphic novel.

 The Illustrator
Lee Xin Li is an independent illustrator based in
Singapore. He graduated with an architecture
degree from the National University of Singapore.
Xin Li often draws his inspiration from the
environment he grew up in and encountered
such as culture, food, architecture, and history.
He is also the author of Sayang Singapura.

We are Singaporeans (Volume 2)