What happens when you leave behind the familiar comforts of home to embrace a completely new culture? In her moving new memoir, China through My Eyes and My Heart, Canadian author Cynthia Fortin answers that question with honesty, warmth, and vivid storytelling.
The book chronicles Cynthia’s journey from Canada to China, where she began teaching English at the age of 52. What started as a personal adventure quickly became an experience of resilience, cultural discovery, and deep human connection. Through her eyes, readers witness the joys and challenges of life abroad—navigating bustling markets, adjusting to unfamiliar routines, and discovering the generosity of students, colleagues, and Chinese people at large.
At its heart, China through My Eyes and My Heart is a travel narrative and a reflection on how stepping into the unknown can reshape identity. Cynthia’s story shows that teaching abroad is about more than classrooms and lesson plans: it’s about building bridges across cultures, learning to laugh at mistakes, and embracing the beauty of shared humanity.
The memoir will appeal to travel and cultural exploration readers, educators curious about teaching overseas, and anyone considering reinvention later in life. With a balance of practical insights and emotional depth, Cynthia invites readers to see China not through headlines or stereotypes but through daily lived experience and genuine connections not simply as a tourist.
“Living in China taught me that kindness, resilience, and curiosity are the keys to feeling at home anywhere,” Cynthia shares. “I hope my story inspires others to follow their dreams, no matter when or where they begin.”
China through My Eyes and My Heart celebrates courage, curiosity, and cross-border friendships. It reminds us that while cultures may differ, the heart of humanity is universal.
Availability: China through My Eyes and My Heart by Cynthia Fortin is now available on Amazon and other major leading bookstores.
Book Launch Announcement: Cynthia Fortin will be hosting a book launch in her hometown Granby in December with a special Book Signing Event.
About the Author:
Cynthia Fortin is a graduate of the University of Sherbrooke, where she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree. She later obtained her designation as a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA). Cynthia frequently travels to China and currently resides in Granby, Québec, with her husband. She is the mother of a grown daughter and the proud grandmother of two.
Book Name: China through My Eyes and My Heart
Author Name: Cynthia Fortin
ISBN Number: 1970749040
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