Book lovers, rejoice! BookXcess is bringing unbeatable deals to the heart of Ipoh’s iconic heritage site, Kong Heng. From 25th April to 25th May 2025, visitors can enjoy discounts of up to 90%, with books priced as low as RM1 – making reading more accessible than ever.

This exciting month-long sale is part of BookXcess’ ongoing mission to promote reading culture and drive more foot traffic to the charming Kong Heng heritage site, blending the love of literature with local history and culture.

In addition to incredible discounts, customers will also receive:

• Free RM10 voucher, notebook and poster with a minimum spend of RM150
• Free membership Sign up with any purchase

Whether you’re a seasoned reader or just starting your reading journey, the BookXcess sale is the perfect excuse to rediscover Kong Heng’s unique atmosphere while stocking up on your next great reads.

Don’t miss out – mark your calendars and experience the joy of books in one of Malaysia’s most storied locations.

Former United Asian Bank, BookXcess Kong Heng offers customers a unique shopping experience by building its bookstore within the bank’s vaults and safety deposits!

For those seeking more than just books, the experience at Kong Heng is enriched by the presence of the Yasmin Ahmad Newseum—a heartfelt tribute to the late Yasmin Ahmad, one of Malaysia’s most beloved filmmakers and storytellers.

This intimate space showcases her life, work, and creative legacy, offering visitors a meaningful journey through her iconic films, personal writings, and cultural impact. Located in the basement of the bookstore, ‘Yasmin at Kong Heng’ showcases the best of the beloved filmmaker’s original ideas.

Visitors can pore through Yasmin’s very own Mac desktop, which still contains the original scripts for ‘Sepet‘ and ‘Wasurenegusa‘.