About the Author
Chanreaksmey Kim, doctoral student
Is a Cambodian-American immigrant of Cambodian-Chinese heritage who has called the United States home for the past sixteen years. She is a devoted mom of two daughters, an educator, an entrepreneur, and a children's book author. In addition to teaching part-time at a private school, she manages her own wholesale business in Georgia.
Chanreaksmey earned her Associate of Science and Bachelor of Science degrees from Georgia State University and her Master of Arts in Elementary Education from Mercer University. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) degree at Franklin University, where she continues to deepen her passion for education, learning, and helping children succeed.
Guided by her personal philosophy quote of resilience and growth, Chanreaksmey believes:
"Learn to live quietly like water, soft yet strong. No matter how many challenges life brings, you have the strength to continue and move forward."
Through her writing career, she hopes to inspire children and families to cherish their heritage, celebrate meaningful connections, and recognize the strength found in perseverance and kindness.
Why Children's Books:
I hope to inspire younger generations and families to value every moment of family love and connection that provides social and emotional support, which is very important, especially for children in elementary school. Also, remind them that their heritage and traditions are worth recognition.
Why Maggie's Childhood:
I wrote Maggie's Childhood to preserve the memories, family values, and experiences that shaped my childhood journey to become strong and confident. I felt like the story is worth sharing, and I hope that families will read the story together, reflect on their treasured memories, and appreciate the love, culture, and connections that help shape who we become."
Personal Fun Facts:
📚Reading is my favorite thing in this whole wide world - I love reading. Every time I hold a book to read, I found myself discovered the world while laying on the balcony at home. Although growing up in a small town in Cambodia, finding a book to read (not to mention a library) is like "a dream." Lucky for me my dad had so many books from his Med-school. Although a lot the books were either medical related textbooks, economy, history and politics, so I ended up reading and learning about politic, history, economy, and most importantly, medical terms. I remembered the first medicine I read from the book was "Amoxicillin - the top words in the alphabetical order." ✈️ Traveling used to be my favorite too, but I can't travel as much anymore because of parenting responsibilities. I always have a cup of coffee ☕ or tea 🫖 with me whenever I sit down to read and or write ✍️. A proud Cambodian-American ❤️ mom of two amazingly beautiful daughters. I love my family more than anything. 🏫 An educator and lifelong learner. ✍️ Passionate about children's literacy and social-emotional learning.
Speaking & School Visit Information
Available for educational-related events per invitation:
- Author Visits (In-Classroom or school)
- Read & Reflect Discussion (Virtual and In-Person)
- Library Events
- Family Literacy Events
- Children's Literature Discussions
- Book Club Conversations
Questions and appointment, please email me at maggie@amcamgroup.com
"Through my current journey as a doctoral student at Franklin University, I continue to explore how education, literacy, and meaningful learning experiences can positively impact children and families," Chanreaksmey Kim.
Special Moment(s).....
- Featured on GWINNETT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
Let's Connect!
Thank you so much for taking the time to visit my webpage and most importantly, reading my author profile. I really appreciate that, and I would like to invite you to learn more about Maggie - A Multicultural Children's Literature Book Series. We also have an upcoming event, "Read & Reflect Virtual Discussion." I hope you can take a moment to review and consider joining us as we celebrate the power of reading stories, family, and lifelong learning.