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From Book Hater to International Best-Seller: Malaysian Creative Visionary Charissa Ong Ty Brings Her Literary Universe to the World
Malaysian author Charissa Ong Ty, founder of Penwings Publishing, makes her U.S. debut with Pseudo-Immortals. Rising from rejection to global recognition, she has sold over 60,000 books and become one of Southeast Asia's leading literary voices. Partnering with Brooks Craft Publishing, Charissa brings her inspiring story and powerful storytelling to readers worldwide.November 3, 2025 - Rejection from publishers once slammed every door in front of Charissa Ong Ty, but instead of walking away, she decided to build her own. What began as a young writer's dream met with countless rejections, doubts, and disappointments that could have ended most creative journeys before they began. But Charissa refused to surrender. She continued to write through the silence, pouring her heart into pages that no one yet wanted to read. Every rejection became motivation. Every sleepless night became proof of how deeply she believed in her voice.
Her resilience turned into her greatest strength. Armed with passion, persistence, and a vision greater than her circumstances, Charissa Ong Ty built the future she once sought approval for. At just 24 years old, she founded Penwings Publishing, a vision born from determination and self-belief. What started as a small dream in her room became a movement: a safe haven for stories and creative freedom, and a home for voices that refused to be silenced. Through tireless effort, personal sacrifice, and unwavering faith, Charissa Ong Ty transformed Penwings Publishing into one of Malaysia's most respected independent publishing houses.
"She didn't wait for doors to open, she built the house herself." That statement has come to define her legacy. Every obstacle became an invitation to create. Every setback became a chance to build something stronger. "She turned heartbreak into handwriting, and thousands listened." Today, Penwings Publishing has sold more than 60,000 books, a remarkable milestone for a brand that began with one woman's refusal to give up.
From an overlooked aspiring author to an international best-selling creative visionary, Charissa Ong Ty continues to inspire a new generation of dreamers and storytellers. "From Kuala Lumpur to the world, her words prove that emotion knows no borders." She now brings her signature blend of raw emotion, lyrical poetry, and thought-provoking speculative fiction to global audiences through two of her most celebrated works, Pseudo-Immortals and Midnight Monologues, marking a new chapter in her international journey.
"Charissa doesn't just write stories, she reprograms how we feel them." Her debut poetry collection Midnight Monologues became a number-one best-seller and a finalist at the 2017 International Book Awards for both Poetry and Cover Design. Her follow-up titles Daylight Dialogues (2018) , Poetry and Short Stories: A Practice Book (2019) , What Does Your Name Mean? , and My Medicine (2023) solidified her position as one of Southeast Asia's most influential literary voices. Her latest work Pseudo-Immortals (2025) marks her entry into science fiction, a bold and thought-provoking exploration of human consciousness in a technology-driven age. "After four poetry best-sellers, I wanted to reimagine how science fiction feels not just as technology, but as humanity's mirror," says Charissa Ong Ty. "Coming from a tech background, I see fiction as the bridge between what we imagine and what we build."
Outside the literary world, Charissa Ong Ty serves as Production Manager at PlayStation Malaysia, leading a team of 12 creatives. Her professional experience spans Generative AI, Gaming, FinTech (Boost eWallet), MedTech, Crypto, and E-commerce. She also mentors and designs creative education programs across Malaysia. Her mission to instill a love of reading and writing in all generations drives her work both in the classroom and on the page.
Now entering the US, market, Charissa Ong Ty introduces herself and her brand, Penwings Publishing, to a wider global audience. Through her books, workshops, and creative storytelling, she seeks to connect with readers who value authenticity, imagination, and emotional depth. Her arrival in this region symbolizes a new chapter of literary exchange, bridging Southeast Asian creativity with Western readership and celebrating the universal power of storytelling.
Her achievements extend far beyond her books. Her accolades include Top 10 Outstanding Creative Youth Award (2025), Tatler's Front and Female (2024), and Aesop's Women's Library Feature (2023 & 2024). Her story has captured the attention of more than 60 media outlets, celebrated for her resilience and innovation, from "book hater to best-seller" and from "rejected author to publishing founder."
That freedom now echoes through every page she writes and every reader she reaches. Charissa Ong Ty hopes her journey inspires others to believe in their own creative power and to find courage in their stories. Readers can follow her journey at www.penwings.com [https://www.penwings.com/] and on Instagram and @penwingspublishing [https://www.instagram.com/penwingspublishing/].
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