A review by:

Mr. Chan Bing Fai

Former school teacher, Headmaster and educational technologist

Lynn Wong's latest book is SMILE though your heart is ACHING. This is a much awaited book, a worthy sequel to her first book "As Time Goes By" published five years ago. Both her books are generally about life and living. They are not autobiographies.

Her first book is centred more on childhood memories and growing up pains based more on events, observations and her responses and reactions to them, with the innocence of a child. Her latest book, however, is about the adult world with its ups and downs.

It is also about fighting corporate battles.

The words she has chosen carry her thoughts succinctly. They are warm and friendly without being pretentious. The topics included in both her books cover a broad spectrum of subjects and events. Some are more hilarious and many are focused on a more serious note.

Her approach to life is spontaneous, governed by prudence and common sense. It appears lighthearted and easy. Being a keen observer, even trifles, will not escape her scrutiny. Her response to these is largely based on common sense and knowledge; laced with wisdom.

Her thoughts flow through smoothly from one idea to another and the transition is gentle, methodical, tidy and logical. Lynn's philosophy appears simple and yet very profound and thoughtful; gracious and tinged with a lot of human skills and understanding.

Her books are very personal and subjective; unique, highly perceptive, intimate and reflective. I have enjoyed reading both her books and excitedly look forward to her next one which I hope will not take too long to come to fruition.

Her artist -illustrator- is equally talented in bringing out the many encounters and experiences of the author through her drawings; depicting expressions, moods and emotions subtly and with precision. Congratulations to both of you for complementing each other perfectly!

The typography and layout is attractive and designed for easy reading. The book is available in major bookstores.

It is priced at RM27.90.

Thursday, October 28, 2010

A Reader Writes

28th October 2010

As Time Goes By……

Dear Lynn

It is with such great pleasure that I heard the news of your first book making it to the Top Seller List at MPH! It left me tingling with sheer pride and joy for you.

Congratulations my dear friend.

So wonderful to witness your journey of observations and reflections, capturing the many nuances of life as time goes by, some obvious, some subdued, brought to life in a voice that is sometimes familiar, often encouraging, probing, hinting, enticing, even nudging one to explore and discover for oneself. Delightful!

I get the sense that this is just the beginning of your flirtation with this “novel” idea of yourself as a writer. Your journey may have only just began. I am so excited for you, and wait with anticipation for your journey to unfold.

Your passion for life and living, your dedication to give your best and be your best, your compassion, charm and your wit, will no doubt be the guiding force to your exploration of this part of your journey.

I wish you a most adventurous time, as you explore and hone your skills, scheme and dream, return and thrill us with your next edition, or something with an absolutely new twist. I am sure it will smack of your passion, your unique footprint, and delight us in every way.

Continue to shine your light and live with passion.


All my very best, with love and admiration,

Ms Halimah Kellner
Vermont, USA

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