Celebrating Malaysia’s Historical Month
August 31 to September 16 marks the celebration of Malaysia’s birth. During this time, many eReader fans are eager to explore All About History magazines on their Kindle & BOOX eReaders. As a proud member of the eReader Malaysia Club Library, I have been enjoying All About History magazine through Kindle Unlimited on my Kindle eReader since February 9, 2025, beginning with Issue 152 from Future Publishing. The latest All About History issue 159, which was released on August 6, 2025 even include stories about Baba Yaga, offering readers fresh and unexpected historical insights.
Interestingly, individual copies of All About History magazine are sold on eBay from RM80 each.
Accessing All About History Magazine via the National Library of Malaysia on BOOX Android eReader
The National Library of Malaysia (PNM) provides free access to thousands of eMagazines, eBooks, and audiobooks through the Libby (OverDrive) platform. All About History is among these offerings, featuring richly illustrated articles on ancient civilizations, modern conflicts, influential leaders, and pivotal moments throughout history.
🔎 How to Access via PNM’s Libby
- Get a PNM Digital Membership
- Apply online at PNM eResources for free membership.
- You’ll receive login credentials (ID and password).
- Install the Libby App
- Download the Libby app on your phone/tablet or use the web version at libbyapp.com.
- Add “National Library of Malaysia” as your library.
- Sign in with your PNM digital membership (U-Pustaka ID and Password).
- Find All About History
- Use the search bar: type “All About History”.
- You’ll see the latest issue plus back issues (often covering up to 3 years).
- Tap the cover to open details.
- Borrow or Read Instantly
- Tap Borrow to add it to your Magazine Rack.
- Unlike eBooks, magazines usually do not count towards your checkout limits.
- You can Keep Issue for 7 Days and extend it, or just download and read offline.
- Stay Updated
- Add a “Notify Me” tag in Libby so you’ll be alerted when new issues (e.g., Issue 159, 160…) arrive in PNM’s collection.
Features of All About History Magazine
- Monthly issues with major historical features
- Vivid illustrations, detailed timelines, maps, and photography
- Wide-ranging coverage, from Ancient Rome and medieval monarchs to world wars, science, inventions, and more
- Access to back issues, allowing you to revisit previous topics
✅ At a Glance: PNM + Libby Access
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Library Access | Free with National Library of Malaysia (PNM) membership |
| Platform | Libby (OverDrive) |
| Borrow Limit | Magazines do not count toward loan limits |
| Reading Duration | Store for 7 days, extend if needed |
| Back Issues | Up to 3 years often available |
| Notifications | Use “Notify Me” for new issues |
🌟 Tip for Malaysian Readers
Since PNM gives unlimited nationwide access, you can enjoy All About History alongside other international titles (e.g., B BBC History or National Geographic History), without worrying about checkout quotas.
