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10 Best Online Bookstores in Malaysia [2024]

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Online Bookstores Malaysia

Best Online Bookstores Malaysia
Best Online Bookstores Malaysia

If you’re a bookworm, then you’ll know that there’s nothing better than curling up with a good book. And what’s even better is being able to buy books online! There are now many great online bookstores in Malaysia, and we’ve compiled a list of the 10 Best Online Bookstores in Malaysia. So whether you’re looking for new releases or old favorites, these bookstores have got you covered. Happy reading!

1. Lit Books

Key ServicesOnline Bookstores Malaysia
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/mylitbooks/
AddressP-01-11 Level 1, Tropicana Avenue, 12 Jalan Persiaran Tropicana 47410 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Phone+60 3-7886 6988
Emailinfo@litbooks.com.my
Operating HoursTuesday-Saturday 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM

“Lit” is short for literature or literary, but it also has other meanings. More specifically, the word refers to illumination or enlightenment, much to how reading good novels illuminates the world around us. Their firefly symbol, the Lit Bug, personifies this philosophy because excellent literature enlightens our minds and souls and sparks our imaginations.

Key Differentiators:

  • Great offers
  • Various choices
  • High quality items

Customer Testimonial:

“They have got good selection of books. The owners are warm, friendly and recommend great books. Lit Books is officially my new HOME!”

Vidhya GR

2. Pelangi Books

Key ServicesOnline Bookstores Malaysia
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/PelangiBooksGallery
AddressLot 8, Jalan P10/10, Kawasan Perusahaan Bangi
Phone+60 18-904 7832
Emaile-sales@pelangibooks.com

Full-service provider of international education services, Pelangi Books upholds its slogan to the letter. It was founded in 1979 and is a local educational publishing and printing business.

Key Differentiators:

  • Quality educational products
  • Local authors to produce locally and internationally publications
  • Excellent business conduct

Customer Testimonial:

“Good place. Not crowded. Lot types of books.”

Muhammad Lokman Hakim Basharuddinss

3. Books N Bobs

Key ServicesOnline Bookstores Malaysia
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/BooksNBobs/
Address37-1, Jalan Desa, Taman Desa, 58100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 58100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Phone+60 11-1176 5095
Emailsupport@booksnbobs.com
Operating HoursAlways open

Books N Bobs offers carefully chosen used books, as well as bookmarks, bookstands, bookends, holders, and other book-related items. Their books exhibit the usual wear and tear and marks of usage that are present in all used books. Each book has been thoroughly assessed based on condition, and the results are noted on the book page.

Key Differentiators:

  • Great deals
  • Promotions and packages
  • Fair price

Customer Testimonial:

“Overall a decent service and truly timely.”

Mayra Siddiq

4. OpenTrolley

Key ServicesOnline Bookstores Malaysia
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/Opentrolley.Bookstore/
Address12, Jalan Molek 1/31, Taman Molek, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Emailcustomers@opentrolley.com.my

Online bookseller OpenTrolley is situated in Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia. Within a week, over 10 million books will arrive at your door using a local courier number.

Key Differentiators:

  • Various offers
  • Great deals
  • High quality products

Customer Testimonial:

“There is huge collection of books which you can find here. I received my books in a very good condition. Their packaging was good.”

Manimoly Ramasamy

5. Areca Books

Key ServicesOnline Bookstores Malaysia
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/arecabooks.page
Address70 Lebuh Acheh (Acheen Street) 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 4-261 0307
Emailarecabooks@gmail.com
Operating HoursMonday,Tuesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday-Sunday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Books covering Southeast Asia’s social history, visual arts, environment, and architecture are published and sold by Areca Books.

Key Differentiators:

  • Great deals
  • Promotions and packages
  • Excellent service

Customer Testimonial:

“Great collection of local history books.”

Yusaimi Grass

6. Karangkraf Mall

Key ServicesOnline Bookstores Malaysia
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/KarangkrafMall/
AddressLot 2, Jalan Sepana 15/3, Off Persiaran Selangor, Seksyen 15 40200 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
Phone+60 3-5101 7480
Emailinfo.mall@karangkraf.com
Operating HoursMonday-Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

A bookshop called Karangkraf Mall sells books, periodicals, and subscriptions for all of the Karangkraf Media Group’s publications, including Alaf21, Buku Prima, and Karya Bestari, both physically and virtually.

Key Differentiators:

  • Various collections
  • Great offers
  • Excellent products

Customer Testimonial:

“Very helpful staff.”

Wan Hailah Wan Yahya

7. MPH CLICK

Key ServicesOnline Bookstores Malaysia
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/mphclick
AddressLevel 3, Block A, Lot 1829, Jalan KPB 3, Kawasan Perindustrian Balakong, 43300 Balakong, Selangor.
Phone1300888674
Emailcustomerservice@mph.com.my

MPH Bookstores started off modest, selling generic titles, but has since developed and expanded to become one of Malaysia’s major chains of bookstores. Currently, MPH Group is the parent business of MPH Group Publishing (Malaysia), MPH Distributors (Malaysia & Singapore), MPH Bookstores (Malaysia and Singapore), and MPH Library Services (Singapore).

Key Differentiators:

  • Various offers
  • High quality items
  • Pioneer

Customer Testimonial:

“Fast delivery and my books were received in good condition. Thank you MPH.”

Justina Ee

8. BookXcess

Key ServicesOnline Bookstores Malaysia
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/BookXcess
Address5, Jalan Trompet 33/8, Taman Alam Indah, Seksyen 33, 40400, Shah Alam, Selangor Malaysia
Phone+60 3-5614 4884
Emailsupport@bookxcessonline.com

Since they first opened their doors in 2007, BookXcess has revitalized and revolutionized bookselling in Malaysia and beyond by providing an unmatched selection of reasonably priced books, including bestselling self-help books, children’s pop-up books, and classic novels.

Key Differentiators:

  • Fair price
  • Various choices
  • Excellent service

Customer Testimonial:

“Best design and good place to take photos. Books are good and valueable. Hope can sell some Chinese Books.”

Zhi Hao Tan

9. Bookurve

Key ServicesOnline Bookstores Malaysia
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/Bookurve/
AddressB2-01(Ground Floor : Facing LRT), e-tiara service Apartment, Persiaran Kemajuan Subang 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor,
Emailcontact@bookurve.com
Operating HoursMonday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday-Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

A platform called Bookurve lets you find books that local readers have recommended. Since their launch in 2012, Bookurve has been on an incredible journey.

Key Differentiators:

  • Exquisite service
  • Great offers
  • Various choices

Customer Testimonial:

“Very convenient here. Plenty of choices. Look forward to going again.”

Rosihan Amri

10. Bookalicious

Key ServicesOnline Bookstores Malaysia
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/bookalicious
AddressLot G22, Ground Floor, The Summit Mall Subang USJ 47600 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Phone+60 12-295 2290
Emailbookalicious@hotmail.com

In Subang Jaya, Malaysia, there is an independent bookstore called Bookalicious. They offer fantastic books at unbeatable pricing.

Key Differentiators:

  • Fair price
  • Great deals
  • Various choices

Customer Testimonial:

“Thank you, Leon for your wonderful personalized service to send me my books so efficiently! Appreciate your assistance!”

Pamela Lok

Online Bookstores Malaysia

Online bookstores have revolutionized the way books are bought and sold in Malaysia. They offer a great selection of books at reasonable prices, and many of them also provide excellent customer service. If you’re looking for a good deal on your next read, be sure to check out one of these online bookstores!

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I'm currently the editor at FunEmpire Media Malaysia. I've over 8 years of experience in the media industry discovering the best local businesses, places and things to do in Malaysia. From lifestyle, entertainment, food, travel, education and more, I strive to curate the very best Malaysia has to offer.