Zen Art

Horace Manifold, a mild-mannered professor of English at a college in the Midwest, discovers a strange phenomenon in the course of writing a novel. It seems that whenever he describes an event that occurs in the life of his protagonist, Mortimer Fandangle, that event subsequently happens to him as well. When he publishes an excerpt of the novel in an upscale literary journal, one that demonstrates this Fellini-esque device, he is awarded a "Pre-Pulitzer Prize," and is later hailed as “having forever altered the face of American literature.” He then embarks on a series of exotic ...

Ramon's story is the story of a community coming of age during the turbulent decades of the '50s, '60s, and '70s. Through his personal accounts of deplorable housing conditions and an educational system bent on denying equal access. We witness a generation of "Boricuas" determined to resist and forge an identity based on pride and self respect.

Zen Mind is a way of being in the world that emphasizes the present moment, mindfulness, and compassion. Zen is not a religion, but rather a way of living that can be practiced by anyone, regardless of their religious or spiritual background. It is a path that leads to a deeper understanding of oneself and the world around us. This audiobook is an introduction to the principles and practices of Zen Buddhism. It is designed for anyone who is new to Zen, as well as those who have been practicing for some time.

Whispers from the Woods: Embracing the Ancient Art of Shinrin-Yoku In the heart of Japan’s verdant forests, a secret beckons—the gentle invitation of nature herself, a call to ‘forest bathe’ in her embrace. This is shinrin-yoku, a serenade to the soul, the dance of dappled sunlight and the rustling of ancient leaves. Have you ever felt the world’s weight on your shoulders? Have you ever felt crushed and constrained by urban chaos and the technological chains that bind our modern souls? Discover the age-old Japanese art of forest bathing, a practice that mingles the Zen stillness ...

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Frustrated by another incomplete book? Learn new ways to escape the hamster wheel and fill the shelves with brilliant best-sellers. Has your dream of authorship turned into a collection of half-finished manuscripts? Inspired by a great idea only to face burnout in the messy middle? Are you terrified by the evils of editing? With over a decade of experience in indie publishing, best-selling author and specialist in process streamlining Christy Nicholas has real-world expertise in transforming the practices of both novices and seasoned pros. And now she’s here to share eye-opening ...

Tired of staring at a blank page, unsure where your story is headed? Break free from the frustration and discover the secrets to crafting compelling narratives that captivate readers from start to finish. In "Extreme Planning for Authors: Part Two – Writing," seasoned indie publishing expert Christy Nicholas continues her transformative series with a focus on the essential art of writing. If your dream of authorship has been hindered by the fear of the blank page or the uncertainty of plot development, this guide is your key to unlocking the creative flow. Nicholas, with over a decade of ...