Kathleen Ho

Latest Book

Behind A Smile

What is behind a smile? Is it an even road full of roses and bright sunshine? Or is it an uneven zigzag street with some dark corners and steep rocks that can bleed us? This novel, with its universal themes of resilience, hope, and the human spirit, takes you on Kim’s journey to rebuild her life after losing her beloved life partner.

Hardcover

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A flexible and lightweight version, perfect for reading on the go.

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About The Authors

Kathleen Ho & Richard Williams

Kathleen Ho is a Vietnamese woman who immigrated to the United States in 1994 and has lived in Southern California since then. Kathleen is a dedicated educator and author. Her academic journey includes a Bachelor’s degree from California Polytechnic State University, Pomona, and a math teaching credential from California State University, Fullerton. Kathleen’s teaching career, spanning 10 years, includes more than five years at ACCESS (Alternative Education) within the Orange County Department of Education in California.

Books

What is behind a smile? Is it an even road full of roses and bright sunshine? Or is it an uneven zigzag street with some dark corners and steep rocks that can bleed us?

The Journey of the Ascending Rose is a powerful and poetic novel that tells the story of Rose, a young Vietnamese American woman navigating the complex …

Why am I here on this Mother Earth? This triggering question has bothered millions of us worldwide. You will find the answer to this soul-searching question in this book.

When the loved one you once had is no longer here, your world collapses in front of your eyes…

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) predicts that food prices will increase up to 8.5 percent in 2022.

Life, like the colors in the book’s title, can be black, white, pink, or grey, depending on our perception. These poems are not just words..

Featured Excerpts

Behind a smile lies more than just joy; it also encompasses pain, sorrow, love, and memories hidden deep within. This book is one’s journey through those layers—a testament to the strength that comes from confronting pain and the quiet healing that follows.

- Behind a Smile

The Journey of the Ascending Rose is an inspirational song to uplift you—to get up, get out of the shadows, and shine again.

- The Journey of the Ascending Rose

A clear sense of purpose is not a luxury—it’s a lifeline. Without it, we drift. With it, we thrive.

- Seeking Life’s Purpose

You told me to be strong; I tried. But my tears betrayed me. They fell in silence, when no one was looking.

- Behind a Smile

Find out who you are and how to live your life completely—with passion, clarity, and meaning.

- Seeking Life’s Purpose

What are the colors of your life? Follow this poetic guide to discover what defines your life and brings you joy.

- Colors of Life

Biologically, I’m Vietnamese. But emotionally? I belong to neither here nor there. Who am I, really?

- The Journey of the Ascending Rose

Cooking with your family is not just a good way to save money, but also a way to reduce stress and strengthen your bond with each other.

- Everyday Vietnamese Cooking