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Jalan Pudu in Kuala Lumpur…led to GMBB creative community mall…led to The Museum of Picture Book Art, Malaysia

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2024 November 13; November 16

Dear Readers,

I wish you wellness and joy!

Jalan Pudu in Kuala Lumpur… led me to GMBB creative community mall… led me to Museum of Picture Book Art, Malaysia

https://www.museumpicturebookart.com says:

“Welcome to the Magical World of Stories & Art

“The Museum of Picture Book Art is the first of its kind in Malaysia. It is envisioned to be the home of Picture Books from all over Malaysia, both past and present as well as an educational centre for picture books. Picture books are of cultural, historical, and artistic importance. The Museum collects and celebrates picture books and picture book illustrations from Malaysia. The Museum is a place where art and literature interact, inspiring a love of art and reading through picture books.”

The Museum of Picture Book Art’s managing director is Linda Tan Lingard, and, chairman is Peter Duke.

Teresa Jade LeYung and children’s advocate Maria Kawah Leung got to meet Peter Duke when Phillip Wong made introductions – photo by Jasmine

https://www.museumpicturebookart.com/100-malaysia-childrens-picture-books-to-read.html#/

says: The 100 Malaysia Children’s Picture Books To Read and Love

The 100 Malaysia Children’s Picture Books are divided into several categories. Please note the subject matter may overlap so each book is categorised by its key subject matter.

Concept books

Environment / Nature

Animals

Mental Health and Social Interactions

Patriotism / Unity

Biography

Family

Childhood and growing up

Festivals and Celebrations

Indigenous World

Stories from East Malaysia

Chinese Language Books

Fantasy

Folktales

Silent Books

War

Artist, teacher, Telur Pecah founding curator Phillip Wong shows children’s advocate and book author Maria Kawah Leung one of his favorite picture books.

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The Kuala Lumpur Literature & Art Fair, organised by the Museum of Picture Book Art at GMBB, celebrates literature and art from Malaysia as well as from other countries.

The 2024 Fair took place 22 August to 16 September.

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Below are excerpts from Nuan Ning’s delightful article for Eksentrika – an arts community and online Asian arts magazine with an artist registry …

“6 Interesting Features Of The Museum Of Picture Book Art In Malaysia”

https://www.eksentrika.com/museum-of-picture-book-art-malaysia/

“The Museum of Picture Book Art in Malaysia is a gorgeous homage to Southeast Asian creativity and talent.

“Within its walls in Kuala Lumpur, there is an astonishing display of art, not only within picture books of pristine quality, but also the framed posters and postcards being featured in the museum.

[....]

“Picture Books For All Ages

“It would be a misconception to relegate picture books as something that only caters to the youngest of bibliophiles.

“Without a doubt, the crown jewel of The Museum of Picture Book Art is its extensive rare books collection.

“These include a selection of old Malaysian picture books that were painstakingly curated and comprise generous contributions from the private collections of Linda Tan Lingard, the managing director of the museum, and the museum’s employees and friends.

“The Museum of Picture Book Art chairman, Peter Duke, plans to make copies of rare books and republish a small selection of old books to allow a new generation of readers to enjoy them.

[....]

“Treasury Of Rare Books And Art

“The books preserved in the rare books collection, while valuable as cultural artifacts, hold stories so integral to our childhoods that the intrigue of their contents have long been exhausted.

“Newer picture books, in contrast, are tasked with the daunting challenge of competing with the multitude of digital distractions in the new media age, forcing them to evolve into innovative and inventive works of art.

[....]

“Diversity Of Asia In Picture Book Art

“Peter points out that the museum holds four broad categories of books: Malaysian English, Bahasa Malaysia, Southeast Asian and international books, though there are still books in other languages, such as Chinese.

[....]

“Linking The Past To The Future

“The Museum of Picture Book Art demonstrates that a two-dimensional art form, such as picture books, can be anything but.

[....]

“Linda’s Oyez!Books publishing business has facilitated the production of books by authors in their late teens, paving the way for the books of the future.

“A child with a book is king. A child who reads has a future,” Peter said, quoting Linda….

[....]

“The Museum of Picture Book Art doubles as a bookstore and gift shop, offering a diverse range of picture books in multi language and art of various forms.

[....]

“Books And Workshops For Teens

“For teenagers, the museum also occasionally offers workshops on topics like publishing to writing and illustrating. Peter says the effort is aimed at getting more teenagers involved in the book industry.

Please go to https://www.eksentrika.com/museum-of-picture-book-art-malaysia/ for the full article written by Nuan Ning for Eksentrika

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author Maria Kawah Leung loves picture books, photo by LeYung

To read my blog post “Malaysia – Telur Pecah is about making art accessible to everyone, breaking creative, cultural, and economic boundaries” please visit:

https://lovemadeofheart.com/blog/malaysia-telur-pecah-is-about-making-art-accessible-to-everyone-breaking-creative-cultural-and-economic-boundaries/

Cheering for everyone who advocates literacy!

Teresa Jade LeYung at KL Tourist Information Centre – photo by MKWL

Author / Blogger / Story-Theme Consultant / Photo Historian

https://m.youtube.com/@teresajadeleyung/videos for

short short movies of Paris, FRANCE; Portland, Oregon USA; Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA 2024

https://LoveMadeOfHeart.com/blog/ goes to Teresa Jade LeYung’s Blog on Wellness, Story Themes, Archetypes

Love Made Of Heart ®

Teresa Jade LeYung thanks Olga Malyj, Martha Alderson, Kristiane McKee Maas, Matilda Butler, Gale Henshel

admin — Mon, 05 Aug 2024 08:20:20 +0000

2024 August 5

Dear Readers / Writers

I am visiting brilliant Olga Malyj in Oregon… enjoying her beautiful energy, her sweet home and garden.

Two evenings ago, I had a delightful conversation with Kristiane McKee Maas whom I met through author / teacher / The Plot Whisper Martha Alderson https://marthaalderson.com/ close to 19 years ago at a writers’ conference hosted by the South Bay Branch of the California Writers Club https://southbaywriters.com/.

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Kristiane McKee Maas is a writer, artist, and the owner of Bar 46 Ranch and breeder of Longhorn cattle.

She says:

“My paternal grandmother homesteaded Bar 46 Ranch in 1899 and is a continuing source of inspiration for me.”

https://bar46ranchlonghorns.com/about-bar-46-ranch-2/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yF6pLi8kAWE

Kristiane McKee Maas is author of Table Affairs, contributing author of Seasons of our Lives: Spring

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Through Kristiane, I met Matilda Butler – Author/Memoir Coach/Social Psychologist

Matilda Butler is the award-winning author of Rosie’s Daughters: The “First Woman To” Generation Tells Its Story, Writing Alchemy: How to Write Fast and Deep, and a collection of award-winning anthologies: Tales of our Lives.

https://womensmemoirs.com/contact/about-the-two-women/

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Also through Kristiane, I met artist and author Gale Henshel

Gale’s beautiful book: Dyslexia, My Gift, My Story

https://www.ebay.com/itm/145870337197

https://www.abebooks.com/9781611702392/Dyslexia-Gift-Story-Henshel-Gale-1611702399/plp

A Special Book from the Heart

“This book Dyslexia, My Gift, My Story reveals how I’ve gotten through life with a sense of humor, laughter that nurtured me, and bright colored balloons.” ~Gale Henshel

“The book Dyslexia, My Gift, My Story by artist Gale Henshel gives hope, encouragement, fortitude to anyone who has a loved one who is dyslexic, labeled as an ‘overly creative child’ or having a ‘learning disability or disorder.’ Henshel’s playful illustrations and presentation of handwritten words translate her understanding of neuroplasticity into a delightful story for readers as she reminds us ‘not all of us are going to experience life the same way.’” ~Teresa Jade LeYung (formerly Teresa LeYung-Ryan) https://lovemadeofheart.com/blog

“Through her book, Gale Henshel is lending a much needed voice to the dyslexic community—her extraordinary, beautifully illustrated book offers a special glimpse toward a struggle most have not experienced. Henshel superbly crafts this journey, her journey—Joyful.” ~Kristiane Maas https://bar46ranchlonghorns.com/about-bar-46-ranch-2/

“Dyslexia, My Gift, My Story is charming and appealing. It’s message of dyslexia as a gift makes this a must-read for those who have or who know someone with dyslexia. Gale Henshel has shared her gift with us.” ~Matilda Butler https://womensmemoirs.com/contact/about-the-two-women/

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Teresa Jade LeYung thanks Olga Malyj, Martha Alderson, Kristiane McKee Maas, Matilda Butler, and Gale Henshel.

Sincerely,

Story Theme Consultant Teresa Jade LeYung wishes Everyone – Beauty, Total Wellness, Peace and Joy!

— photo by Nan and MEK

Published author, blogger, lover of Paris, FRANCE, photo historian, Writing Coach Teresa Jade LeYung says:

“I love helping writers identify the themes in their manuscripts to hook readers, and, build and fortify their platforms before and after publication. Reach out, not stress out.”
https://lovemadeofheart.com/blog

Love Made Of Heart ®

Ms. Maria Kawah Leung and LITTLE HEROES OF BAY STREET, Ms. Goldie Hawn and MindUP, and Children All Over the World

admin — Sun, 31 Jul 2022 14:23:00 +0000

Love Made Of Heart ®

2022 July 31 California

Dear Readers,

I wish you and everyone around you – wellness, kindness, happiness.

I celebrate these two women -

Ms. Maria Kawah Leung and Ms. Goldie Hawn

Maria Kawah Leung is the author of a delightfully illustrated children’s book about a serious subject matter – domestic violence. https://mariakawah.com/

LITTLE HEROES OF BAY STREET: And How They Stay Strong In An Unhappy Home

(illustrators: Maria Kawah Leung, Sandra Elyse Chavez, Maren Sleire Aasgaard)

This book is endorsed by Hannah Yeoh who is a Member of Parliament in Malaysia.

The main characters in LITTLE HEROES OF BAY STREET are Mia (a little girl) and her Happy Dog (who is much much more than a stuffed animal). Happy Dog is Mia’s best friend and confidant.

Maria Kawah Leung - photo by TL

Maria Kawah Leung says:

“I was born in Hong Kong but my family moved to San Francisco when I was almost two years old. I have happily been a teacher of young children for over 25 years and have taught in the USA (California and Massachusetts), China and Malaysia.

“My most rewarding experiences in life were working with children in pediatric wards, studying Chinese in Beijing, China and studying Spanish in Bogota, Colombia.

“I have also traveled to about 30 countries and all the continents except Antarctica. I have always enjoyed writing. Creating this book to help children feel they are not alone has been a life-long goal.

“Empowering children to overcome obstacles is my passion. This is why I wrote the children’s book Little Heroes of Bay Street and How They Stay Strong in an Unhappy Home.”

Ms. Leung adds: “I’m hoping that through my book… that every teacher would get a copy… and school counselors… nurses… so that they can be aware, and, look out for signs, and reach out to these children.”

Maria’s book is available in English, Chinese, Spanish and Bahasa Malaysia

To watch Maria Kawah Leung interviewed by Kim McMillon, PhD https://youtu.be/p-YMEPfwp2Q 39 minutes

https://mariakawah.com/

Teresa Jade LeYung here …

As I watch Ms. Goldie Hawn’s keynote speech at Teachers College, Columbia University … I think about Ms. Maria Kawah Leung as teacher, author, children’s advocate.

Teachers College – Columbia University – Academic Festival Opening Ceremony Keynote Address: Goldie Hawn on Why Mindfulness in School Matters

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rh5-Pwj9T8E 39 minutes

Ms. Hawn’s foundation is MindUP https://mindup.org/

“Why aren’t we teaching kids about their brain?” When the teacher says “Pay attention.”… how can children know what that means when they don’t know about their brains? “The brain has plasticity.” “What the amygdala is.” “Nobody knows what the kids are feeling. Kids and silent stress.”

Through MindUp … kids learn how to practice kindness, what being mindful is.”

Based firmly in neuroscience, MindUP teaches the skills and knowledge children need to regulate their stress and emotion, form positive relationships, and act with kindness and compassion.

MindUP was created in response to the global epidemic of:

childhood aggression
anxiety
depression
suicide

Ms. Hawn’s book - 10 MINDFUL MINUTES: Giving Our Children–and Ourselves–the Social and Emotional Skills to Reduce Stress and Anxiety for Healthier, Happy Lives (paperback) – by Goldie Hawn (Author), Wendy Holden (Author), Daniel J. Siegel MD (Foreward)

I celebrate Ms. Maria Kawah Leung and LITTLE HEROES OF BAY STREET, Ms. Goldie Hawn and MindUP, and children all over the world!

To read my June 28, 2022 blog post “Educator, children’s book author, children’s advocate Maria Kawah Leung says “Domestic Violence Awareness is about Helping the Families”

https://lovemadeofheart.com/blog/educator-childrens-book-author-childrens-advocate-maria-kawah-leung-says-domestic-violence-awareness-is-about-helping-the-families-2/

Thank you for reading!

I wish you and everyone around you – wellness, kindness, happiness.

Sincerely,

Teresa_Jade_LeYung_wishes_everyone_peace_and_wellness__photo_by_Nan_and_MEK

Teresa Jade LeYung

Proud sister of Maria Kawah Leung and proud auntie of Happy Dog

Story Theme Consultant / Photo Historian / Author / Public Library and Public School Advocate

http://www.OurBeautifulBrains.com goes to Teresa’s Blog

Writing Coach Teresa Jade LeYung says: “I love helping writers identify the themes in their manuscripts to hook readers, and, build and fortify their platforms before and after publication. Reach out, not stress out.”

Love Made Of Heart ®

Another Magical Week for Writing Career Coach Teresa Part II

admin — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 12:31:10 +0000

Another Magical Week for Writing Career Coach Teresa Part II

Chandra Garsson wrote:
“Thank you Dearest Teresa, for your kind words before you even saw the film below. I hope hope hope you like it. I loved the process start to finish! You are a marvelous subject, to me the result is pure magic. It is up on Youtube, too— I posted it to facebook and it should be on your homepage.”

My reply:

“Dear Director/Producer/Editor/Filmmaker Chandra,
‘Water Boy Teresa’ here. You are a remarkable ‘expressionist’ — in your art — in your jewelry-making — in the way you dress — in your speech — in how you do ‘friendship,’ and now, in yo ur films. Thank you, Chandra Garsson (the power of your name!), for letting me be the subject of your color-filled, sound-filled, humor-filled, artsy video. Hey, MaMa, my friend Chandra made a film and she is so clever–she edited it so that in the beginning I talk about how I enjoy helping writers link their names to issues they write about . . . at the end, Chandra included the talk about how you had changed your name several times… I think the film is beautiful and I got to talk about my mom candidly and joyfully. I’m so happy that you Chandra included the photo of you and me…speaking up as public library advocates at Oakland City Council meetings. The editing of the video took many days; I know it was a labor of love. Love made of Chandra’s heart. Thank you, dear friend, for a magnificent gift !!!!!!!

Humbly, Teresa”

Also I need to thank dear friend Kim McMillon (playwright, literacy advocate, teacher, producer). It was at a” Kim McMillon Production” at Swans Marketplace in Oakland where I met Chandra Garsson. Kim had given me (a newbie then) stage time to read a scene from pre-published Love Made of Heart. I ended my presentation with “NO to domestic violence and child abuse!!” and when I got off the stage, Chandra introduced herself… Kim, you are a hero in the writing community. I’ve met so many big-hearted do-ers through you; MamaCoAtl I’m talking about you Kim, thank you for being a beautiful friend. I see how busy you are by looking at your blog http://artsinthevalley.wordpress.com

I thank my friends and Chandra’s friends for being so supportive.

Sincerely,

Teresa LeYung Ryan, writing career coach

http://WritingCoachTeresa.com

Teresa Jade LeYung's BLOG » teacher

Jalan Pudu in Kuala Lumpur…led to GMBB creative community mall…led to The Museum of Picture Book Art, Malaysia

Dear Readers,

I wish you wellness and joy!

Jalan Pudu in Kuala Lumpur… led me to GMBB creative community mall… led me to Museum of Picture Book Art, Malaysia

“Welcome to the Magical World of Stories & Art

Teresa Jade LeYung and children’s advocate Maria Kawah Leung got to meet Peter Duke when Phillip Wong made introductions – photo by Jasmine

says: The 100 Malaysia Children’s Picture Books To Read and Love

The 100 Malaysia Children’s Picture Books are divided into several categories. Please note the subject matter may overlap so each book is categorised by its key subject matter.

Concept books

Environment / Nature

Animals

Mental Health and Social Interactions

Patriotism / Unity

Biography

Family

Childhood and growing up

Festivals and Celebrations

Indigenous World

Stories from East Malaysia

Chinese Language Books

Fantasy

Folktales

Silent Books

War

Artist, teacher, Telur Pecah founding curator Phillip Wong shows children’s advocate and book author Maria Kawah Leung one of his favorite picture books.

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The Kuala Lumpur Literature & Art Fair, organised by the Museum of Picture Book Art at GMBB, celebrates literature and art from Malaysia as well as from other countries.

The 2024 Fair took place 22 August to 16 September.

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

Below are excerpts from Nuan Ning’s delightful article for Eksentrika – an arts community and online Asian arts magazine with an artist registry …

“6 Interesting Features Of The Museum Of Picture Book Art In Malaysia”

“The Museum of Picture Book Art in Malaysia is a gorgeous homage to Southeast Asian creativity and talent.

“Within its walls in Kuala Lumpur, there is an astonishing display of art, not only within picture books of pristine quality, but also the framed posters and postcards being featured in the museum.

“Picture Books For All Ages

“It would be a misconception to relegate picture books as something that only caters to the youngest of bibliophiles.

“Without a doubt, the crown jewel of The Museum of Picture Book Art is its extensive rare books collection.

“These include a selection of old Malaysian picture books that were painstakingly curated and comprise generous contributions from the private collections of Linda Tan Lingard, the managing director of the museum, and the museum’s employees and friends.

“The Museum of Picture Book Art chairman, Peter Duke, plans to make copies of rare books and republish a small selection of old books to allow a new generation of readers to enjoy them.

“Treasury Of Rare Books And Art

“The books preserved in the rare books collection, while valuable as cultural artifacts, hold stories so integral to our childhoods that the intrigue of their contents have long been exhausted.

“Newer picture books, in contrast, are tasked with the daunting challenge of competing with the multitude of digital distractions in the new media age, forcing them to evolve into innovative and inventive works of art.

“Diversity Of Asia In Picture Book Art

“Peter points out that the museum holds four broad categories of books: Malaysian English, Bahasa Malaysia, Southeast Asian and international books, though there are still books in other languages, such as Chinese.

“Linking The Past To The Future

“The Museum of Picture Book Art demonstrates that a two-dimensional art form, such as picture books, can be anything but.

“Linda’s Oyez!Books publishing business has facilitated the production of books by authors in their late teens, paving the way for the books of the future.

“A child with a book is king. A child who reads has a future,” Peter said, quoting Linda….

“The Museum of Picture Book Art doubles as a bookstore and gift shop, offering a diverse range of picture books in multi language and art of various forms.

“Books And Workshops For Teens

“For teenagers, the museum also occasionally offers workshops on topics like publishing to writing and illustrating. Peter says the effort is aimed at getting more teenagers involved in the book industry.

Please go to https://www.eksentrika.com/museum-of-picture-book-art-malaysia/ for the full article written by Nuan Ning for Eksentrika

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author Maria Kawah Leung loves picture books, photo by LeYung

To read my blog post “Malaysia – Telur Pecah is about making art accessible to everyone, breaking creative, cultural, and economic boundaries” please visit:

Cheering for everyone who advocates literacy!

Teresa Jade LeYung at KL Tourist Information Centre – photo by MKWL

Author / Blogger / Story-Theme Consultant / Photo Historian

Love Made Of Heart ®

Teresa Jade LeYung thanks Olga Malyj, Martha Alderson, Kristiane McKee Maas, Matilda Butler, Gale Henshel

Dear Readers / Writers

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A Special Book from the Heart

“This book Dyslexia, My Gift, My Story reveals how I’ve gotten through life with a sense of humor, laughter that nurtured me, and bright colored balloons.” ~Gale Henshel

* * * * * * * * * * *

Teresa Jade LeYung thanks Olga Malyj, Martha Alderson, Kristiane McKee Maas, Matilda Butler, and Gale Henshel.

Story Theme Consultant Teresa Jade LeYung wishes Everyone – Beauty, Total Wellness, Peace and Joy!

Published author, blogger, lover of Paris, FRANCE, photo historian, Writing Coach Teresa Jade LeYung says:

“I love helping writers identify the themes in their manuscripts to hook readers, and, build and fortify their platforms before and after publication. Reach out, not stress out.”https://lovemadeofheart.com/blog

Love Made Of Heart ®

Ms. Maria Kawah Leung and LITTLE HEROES OF BAY STREET, Ms. Goldie Hawn and MindUP, and Children All Over the World

Love Made Of Heart ®

2022 July 31 California

Dear Readers,

I wish you and everyone around you – wellness, kindness, happiness.

I celebrate these two women -

Ms. Maria Kawah Leung and Ms. Goldie Hawn

Maria Kawah Leung is the author of a delightfully illustrated children’s book about a serious subject matter – domestic violence. https://mariakawah.com/

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“I love helping writers identify the themes in their manuscripts to hook readers, and, build and fortify their platforms before and after publication. Reach out, not stress out.”
https://lovemadeofheart.com/blog