

We are an independent publisher of literary fiction, non-fiction, and poetry.

Established in 1997, Ethos Books, an imprint of Pagesetters Services Pte Ltd, creates fresh, different and enduring books that reflect the ethos of our changing times.
Giving voice to emerging and exciting writers from diverse backgrounds, we help foster an environment in which literature and the arts not only survive, but thrive. In short, we nurture the growing literary community in Singapore and Southeast Asia.
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The Sound of SCH: A Mental Breakdown, A Life Journey (new edition)
Winner of the Singapore Literature Prize for English non-fiction.
Can a life weave along through the same notes and yet come to play forth different sounds?
The Sound of SCH (pronounced S-C-H) is the true story of a journey with mental illness. Growing up, Danielle Lim witnessed her uncle’s silent struggle with a crippling mental and social disease, and her mother’s difficult role as caregiver. Their beautifully told personal story takes place between 1961 and 1994, against the backdrop of a fast-globalising Singapore—where stigmatisation of persons afflicted with mental illness nevertheless remained deep-seated. Raw and honest in its portrayal of living with schizophrenia, The Sound of SCH is a moving account of human resiliency and sacrifice in the face of brokenness.
A pioneer in mental health writing in Singapore, this new edition includes an updated Preface and Afterword.
Receive a reflection card with your copy—a quiet companion to your journey through The Sound of SCH. Reflections cards are available exclusively on our webstore (while stocks last)!
Past Conversations

Teh Tarik with Walid IRL - Independent Art Spaces with Fong Hoe Fang, Prashant Somosundram
Dec 28, 2023
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"he can’t recognise the Singapore that I’m talking about, but I can" | Home, Community and Hope: Book launch of The Singapore I Recognise
Dec 4, 2023
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"Do we adjust our own moral compass, or do we rebel?" | The Rise and Fall of an Anti-Hero: Book Launch of catskull
Aug 29, 2023
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Attunement
Is life hustling you out of tune? As the week roars by, we invite you to a slice of attunement penned lovingly by us, our authors and friends. Freshly delivered with care. Intimacy guaranteed. Read selected letters below.

Coming Full Circle
Sep 17, 2025
When you have someone who can share your memories with you, your life is validated.
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Practising Listening
Aug 14, 2025
Our language grows, and with it, new connections to things and creatures around us.
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We Rise and Fall into Spring Blossoms
Jul 23, 2025
For years, pouring myself into this collection was an outlet to make peace with my past and also,...
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News
Coming Full Circle
Sep 17, 2025
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Practising Listening
Aug 14, 2025
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We Rise and Fall into Spring Blossoms
Jul 23, 2025
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"Learning and growing from my experiences—that’s what gives me a fulfilling life." | Delicious Hunger Book Launch
May 14, 2025
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Touch Some Grass
May 7, 2025
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Anguish and Optimism
Apr 23, 2025
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Cherished Spaces
Mar 18, 2025
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Constancy
Feb 24, 2025
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Kindred spirits after all
Feb 8, 2025
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Ethos Publishing Calendar 2025
Jan 20, 2025
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Stepping out, and into 2025
Jan 13, 2025
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Ethos' Favourite Picks of 2024
Jan 6, 2025
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Finding Our Feet
Dec 16, 2024
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Turning the page
Dec 9, 2024
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Reflections on a Bus Back to KL
Dec 9, 2024
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Trust the process of change
Dec 9, 2024
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Education
Whether you're a reader who is keen to dig deeper into our books, or a teacher looking to bring our authors into your classroom, Ethos Books believes in supporting and enabling knowledge-sharing, discussion and community building through literature. Check out our school programmes on this page, as well as recommended reading lists and our free book club starter packs to start your very own book club today!