Miscellaneous

Overview of the Singapore Literature Bibliographies (1950 – 2015)

The National Library has compiled a set of bibliographies on Singapore Literature that covers works published in English, Chinese, Malay and Tamil. These provide a comprehensive listing of literary works by Singapore writers and Singapore literature from more than 50 years ago. The bibliographies have been updated from the original print versions to include works published from 2008 to 2015. The full listing of works including titles of newspapers and literary periodicals in the four languages can be easily accessed through the Resource Guides platform. More information about the specific language bibliographies including scope and coverage can be found in the respective Singapore Literature Resource Guides.

Singapore Literature in English

Singapore Literature in English forms an indispensable part of our culture and identity. Whether writing on public or private themes, the stories, poems and plays give expression to the nation’s and individual’s consciousness, imagination and experience. They enrich our lives by engaging and challenging us with the issues that they present, and by delighting and stirring us with the power and beauty of language and expressions.

• Novels

• Periodicals

• Poetry

• Short Stories

• Drama

• Anthologies

• Electronic Journals

• Miscellaneous

Miscellaneous

This section contains a unique, otherwise unclassifiable form of publication – the ephemeral printed programmes of public readings and performances by poets and others.

Library Codes

NL: National Library (Lee Kong Chian Reference Library)
PL: Public Libraries, National Library Board
RU: Repository Used Collection, National Library Board
NUS: National University of Singapore
ISEAS: Institute of Southeast Asian Studies

National Library Collection Codes

RSING Adult Reference Singapore
RDET Adult Reference Edwin Thumboo
RCLOS Adult Reference Closed Access
RRARE Adult Reference Rare
YRSING Young Adult Reference Singapore
RAC Junior Reference Asian Children
RART Adult Reference Art

1960-1969

[19–] Public Affairs Dept. Three poets read: Dr Arthur Yap, Dr Lee Tzu Pheng, Prof Edwin Thumboo.
Singapore: Public Affairs Dept., Shell Eastern Petroleum Pte. Ltd.
Call No.: RDET S821 THR

[1968] The 2nd evening of poetry and music presented by Literary Society, University of Singapore.
Singapore: s.n.
Call No.: No holdings in NL (Available in NUS Central Library.)

[1967] Centre 65 presents Poetry Festival 1967.
Singapore: Centre 65.
Call No.: RCLOS 828.995957 CEN
Microfilm No.: NL1143

[1967] An evening of poetry and folk music presented by University of Singapore Literary Society. Singapore: s.n.
Call No.: No holdings in NL (Available in NUS Central Library.)

[1969] Third evening of poetry and music presented by University of Singapore Literary Society.
Singapore: s.n.
Call No.: No holdings in NL (Available in NUS Central Library.) .

1970-1979

Nair, C. [1970] An evening of poetry. (Comp.).
Singapore : s.n.
Call No.: No holdings in NL. (Available in NUS Central Library.)

[1970] The fourth evening of poetry and music presented by University of Singapore Literary Society.
Singapore: s.n., 1970.
Call No.: No holdings in NL and NUS Central Library.

[1971] Evocations.
Singapore: University of Singapore Literary Society.
Call no.: No holdings in NL. (Available in NUS Central Library)

[1978] The city: a sequence of poems by Singaporeans.
Singapore: ECA Centre Music Unit, Ministry of Education.
Call No.: RSING 828.995957 CIT

1980-1989

[1980] Poetry recital = Deklamasi sajak.
Singapore : s.n.
Call No.: RSING/RDET S821 POE

Koh, B.S., Lam, C.T, Heng S.T, Yeo, M. [1987] Time off for poetry: readings by an innovative group of young poets, Koh Buck Song, Lam Chih Tsung, Heng Siok Tian, Mark Yeo.
Singapore: Public Affairs Dept., Shell Companies in Singapore.
Call No.: RDET S821 TIM

2000-2015

[200?] Wallfowers. https://www.facebook.com/wallflowersmag (Accessed 20 May 2016)

[2013] Ellipsis. https://twitter.com/ellipsisjournal (Accessed 25 May 2016)

[2016] MOBILISE zine. https://www.facebook.com/mobilisesg/timeline (6 May 2016)

Accessing National Library Board Singapore Resources

Accessing the Print Materials

You can search the library catalogue (for physical materials) in the library and from home (http://catalogue.nlb.gov.sg). The easy search function allows you to search/browse by author, title, keyword, subject and ISBN/ISSN whereas the advanced search allows you to narrow your searches to specific media types or language holdings. In both instances, you will also be able to limit your search to specific libraries by clicking on the “limit by branch” option.

To search Lee Kong Chian Reference Library’s Holdings

If you wish to search for only materials available in the Lee Kong Chian Reference Library, please always click on the “Limit by Branch” button at the bottom of the page, after you have keyed in your search term. This brings you to a new page whereby you will be able to select the library of your choice. Choose “Lee Kong Chian Reference Library” and select “yes” under the “Display only items available in the selected branch below” and then click on search.

Things to note:

Once you have identified the title that you need, please double-check the following information and write down the necessary info:

1. The “Status” of the item: the item is not available in the library, if the status displayed is “in transit”, “in process” or “not ready for loan”.

2. Double-check that the item is in Lee Kong Chian Reference Library under “Branch”.

3. Write down the Location Code and the Call Number of the item. This helps you to locate the item within Lee Kong Chian Reference Library. Please refer to the table below for more information (Note: Please feel free to approach the counter staff for help in locating the books.)

All featured books and periodicals are located at the Lee Kong Chian Reference Library.

Accessing the Databases

The National Library Board (NLB)’s eResources are free for all NLB members. Click here to find out how to register as a member.

If you’re having problems registering or logging in, please contact us. If you wish to find information in the databases but am not sure where to begin, or need recommendations on which databases to use, please use the “Ask A Librarian” function or send an email to ref@nlb.gov.sg for help. The librarian will get back to you within three working days.

The information in this resource guide is valid as at Feb 2017 and correct as far as we are able to ascertain from our sources. It is not intended to be an exhaustive or complete history on the subject. Please contact the Library for further reading materials on the topic.

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