LILLIAN TOO

'Lillian Too' (born 1946 in Penang) is a best-selling author, television personality and Feng Shui practitioner from Malaysia. She has written over 80 books on the subject of Feng Shui, which have been translated into 30 languages. Her books have sold well in excess of 6 million copies, making bestseller lists around the globe.
A graduate with an MBA from the Harvard Business School in 1976, Lillian embarked on a career in the corporate world and became the first woman in Malaysia to head a public listed company. In 1982, she became the first woman in Asia to be appointed CEO of a bank (Hong Kong’s Dao Heng bank). After her stint in banking, she worked with prominent Hong Kong tycoon, Dickson Poon (former husband of Michelle Yeoh), as executive deputy chairman of his group of companies.

Contents

World of Feng Shui

Books by Lillian Too

The Lillian Too Show

References

External links

World of Feng Shui

After retiring from a lucrative career in the banking and corporate world, Lillian founded 'World of Feng Shui', a feng shui merchandising and franchising company, where she is the chairman. The franchise has stores in Brunei, Vietnam, Bangkok, Calcutta, Manila, Cebu, Tokyo, Las Vegas, Hawaii, Toronto, London, the Netherlands, Brussels, Madrid, Barcelona, Sydney, Melbourne, five stores in Indonesia and 23 stores in Malaysia. The franchise also has an online store, 'wofs.com', which claims to be the world’s “first online feng shui magazine”. Lillian is also the publisher of 'Feng Shui World' magazine, a bi-monthly publication.
Lillian founded the 'Lillian Too Certified Consultants Institute', which runs correspondence courses and certification programs in feng shui. She also has a roadshow called 'Lillian Too’s Feng Shui Extravaganza' which was broadcast on the satellite television channel, Astro.
In 2006, she appeared in advertisements for the Malaysian mobile telephone company Celcom, together with her daughter, Jennifer Too.

Books by Lillian Too

As the author of over 80 books on feng shui, Lillian can be considered as one of the most prolific writers on the subject.
According to ''thingsasian.com'', ''The Complete Illustrated Guide to Feng Shui'' holds the record for the highest sales for a color hardcover book, with more than 600,000 copies sold to date. ''"Her other books have made it to best seller lists in the United States, Singapore and Germany, attracting believers from the previously sceptical Western readers." ''
A small selection of Lillian's books include:

★ ''The Complete Illustrated Guide to Feng Shui: How to Apply the Secrets of Chinese Wisdom for Health, Wealth and Happiness.'' Element Books (1996). ISBN 1-85230-902-4.

★ ''Water Feng Shui for Wealth.'' Konsep Books (1996). ISBN 983-9778-03-X.

★ ''Flying Star Feng Shui''. Konsep Books (1996). ISBN 983-9778-72-2.

★ ''Applied Pa-kua and Lo Shu Feng Shui.'' Konsep Books (1996). ISBN 983-99825-8-3.

★ ''Eight Easy Lessons: Lillian Too's Feng Shui Kit: All You Need to Get Started with Feng Shui (Feng Shui Fundamentals).'' HarperCollins (1997). ISBN 1-86204-150-4.

★ ''Chinese Astrology for Romance.'' Konsep Books (1997). ISBN 983-9778-00-5.

★ ''Lillian Too's Little Book of Feng Shui.'' HarperCollins (1998). ISBN 1-86204-514-3.

★ ''Practical Applications of Feng Shui (Feng Shui Series).'' Quiller (1998)ISBN 0-9587113-1-3.

★ ''Applied Pa-Kua and Lo Shu Feng Shui: In Collaboration with Feng Shui Master Yap Cheng Hai.'' Lillian Too & Yap Cheng Hai. Oriental Publications (1998). ISBN 0-9587113-0-5.

★ ''Lillian Too's Easy-to-Use Feng Shui: 168 Ways to Success.'' Sterling (1999). ISBN 1-85585-690-5.

★ ''Creating Abundance with Feng Shui.'' Rider & Co (1999). ISBN 0-7126-7036-X.

★ '' Lillian Too's Easy-To-Use Feng Shui For Love: 168 Ways To Happiness -Enhance Your Relationships Energize Your Friendships, Maximize Your Love Potential. '' Sterling (2000). ISBN 1-85585-758-8.

★ ''Lillian Too's Practical Feng Shui - Symbols of Good Fortune''. (Element Books, 2000). ISBN 1-86204-795-2.

★ ''Lillian Too's Practical Feng Shui - Formulas for Success''. (Element Books, 2000). ISBN 1-86204-563-1.

★ ''Lillian Too's Little Book of Creating Abundance.'' Rider & Co (2000). ISBN 0-7126-0065-5.

★ ''Die Grundlagen des Feng Shui.'' Droemer Knaur (2000). ISBN 3-426-87064-9.

★ ''128 Easy Tips for Work and Career (Lillian Too's Feng Shui in Small Doses).'' Oriental Publications (2000). ISBN 983-9778-13-7.

★ ''Creating Abundance with Feng Shui.'' Wellspring/Ballantine (2000). ISBN 0-345-43743-8.

★ ''Illustrated Encyclopedia of Feng Shui: The Complete Guide to the Art and Practice of Feng Shui (Illustrated Encyclopedia) ''. Element Books (2001). ISBN 1-86204-589-5.

★ ''Lillian Too's Smart Feng Shui For The Home: 188 Brilliant Ways To Work With What You've Got.'' Element (2001). ISBN 0-00-711750-7.

★ ''Lillian Too's Irresistible Book of Feng Shui Magic: Magic and Rituals for Love, Success and Happiness''. (Element Books, 2001). ISBN 0-00-711701-9.

★ ''Lillian Too's Flying Star Feng Shui for the Master Practitioner.'' (Element Books, 2002). ISBN 0-00-712957-2.

★ ''Ultimate Healing : The Power of Compassion.'' Wisdom Publications (2001). ISBN 0-86171-195-5.

★ ''The Complete Illustrated Guide to Feng Shui for Gardeners (Complete Illustrated Guide).'' Element Books (2002). ISBN 0-00-713324-3.

★ ''Discover Yourself: Understand Your Mind, Know Your Body, Nuture Your Spirit, Realize Your Potential. '' Hay House (2003). ISBN 1-4019-0152-2.

★ ''The Buddha Book: Buddhas Blessings, Prayers and Rituals to Grant You Love, Wisdom, and Healing.'' Element Books (2003). ISBN 0-00-711702-7.

★ ''Feng Shui Life Planner.'' Hamlyn (2003). ISBN 0-600-60902-2.

★ ''Flying Star Feng Shui for Period 8 by Lillian Too.'' (2003).

★ ''Total Feng Shui: Bring Health, Wealth, And Happiness Into Your Life.'' Chronicle Books (2004). ISBN 0-8118-4530-3.

★ ''Feng Shui: Life Planner.'' Hamlyn (2004). ISBN 0-600-60902-2.

★ ''The New I Ching: Discover the Secrets of the Plum Blossom Oracle.'' Lillian Too & Jane Evans. Hamlyn (2004). ISBN 0-600-60917-0.

★ ''Lillian Too's 168 Feng Shui Ways to a Calm & Happy Life.'' Sterling (2005). ISBN 1-4027-2286-9.

★ ''Feng Shui Total.'' Goldmann Wilhelm GmbH (2005). ISBN 3-442-33728-3.

The Lillian Too Show

Following the success of ''Lillian Too’s Feng Shui Extravaganza'', Lillian began recording a 13-episode series called 'The Lillian Too Show' in 2004. The 30-minute show was broadcast in English with Chinese subtitles. Running for 13 weeks, the series covered everyday concerns from personal wealth accumulation to general improvement in the quality of life, to more specific topics. The series premiered on the satellite channel, Astro AEC, on Sept. 15, 2004, with repeats on Astro@15. The first series was also released for distribution on DVD format. In 2006, the series was also aired by Astro's Prima channel and the new season also features Lillian's daughter, Jennifer Too.

References

★ Rowell B. Capuz (Jan 14, 2006). The Art of Feng Shui. ''Manila Standard Today.''

★ Chiew, Majorie (Jan 25, 2006). Productive year. ''The Star. '' Retrieved Feb 6, 2006.

★ Prieto-Valdes, Tessa (Jan 29, 2006). Tessa! : Am all fired up for Year of the Fire Dog. ''Philippine Daily Inquirer'', p. E2.

★ Lin Wan, Ee (2002). Lillian Too, Feng Shui Master Extraordinaire. thingsasian.com. Retrieved Feb 6, 2006.

★ Live Long and Prosper: Lillian Too Reveals Ancient Chinese Secrets ''Harvard Business School Alumni Bulletin'' (1997).

★ From A Banker To A Modern Feng Shui Master ''The Straits Times'' (2003).

★ Celcom confident of doubling 3G base ''The Star'' (2006).

★ Lillian Too Biography Harper Collins Australia. Retrieved Jan 6, 2006.

★ Feng shui for everyday living New Straits Times (2004). Retrieved Jan 7, 2006.

★ ''The Lillian Too Show: The One about Straight A's & The One about Afflictions''. DVD. ISBN I03330086.

External links

★ Official website

★ Lillian Too Jewellery from OE

★ World of Feng Shui stores and franchise

★ http://www.wofs.com/

★ Feng Shui World magazine

★ The American School of Classical Feng Shui