We return with the second half of an interview with Vidyamala Burch, the founder and co-director of Breathworks, an ordained member of the Triratna Buddhist Order, and author of three books. Windhorse Publications features her newest title this month (Mindfulness for Women). You can listen to the full interview in a 40-minute audio file on … [ Read More ]
Vidyamala Burch on Opening to Pain with Mindfulness (Part I)
Vidyamala Burch, the founder and co-director of Breathworks (an organization dedicated to helping others through the teaching of mindfulness), is an ordained member of the Triratna Buddhist Order, and has authored three books. Her story is an inspiring example of how working through life-changing trauma has a strong impact in benefiting others. Windhorse Publications features … [ Read More ]
The Complete Works of Sangharakshita – An Update by Priyananda
In 2015, we at Windhorse Publications embarked on a major and important project. In the next five years we will publish Sangharakshita’s Complete Works, which will represent all the published works of the founder of the Triratna Buddhist Community. Sangharakshita, The Complete Works, Essential Details Twenty-seven volumes in six thematic divisions (provisionally titled as follows: … [ Read More ]
Vishvapani on Getting a Sense of the Buddha
Gautama Buddha: The Life and Teachings of the Awakened One weaves ancient sources and modern understanding into an insightful and thought-provoking biography. In an interview with Hannah Atkinson, author Vishvapani discusses how his research into the Discourses provided him with a strong sense of the Buddha. Gautama Buddha is an incredibly full and rich account … [ Read More ]
Looking Forward to 2016
We at Windhorse Publications are looking forward to some exciting new releases in 2016, including three new books and the first volume of Sangharakshita’s Complete Works. New Books in 2016 Great Faith, Great Wisdom, to be launched in April, is a beautiful exploration of the imaginative world portrayed in the Pure Land Sutras, a world … [ Read More ]
Anālayo on Compassion and Emptiness
Anālayo, professor of Buddhist Studies at the Sri Lanka International Academy in Pallekele, teaches at the Center for Buddhist Studies of the University of Hamburg and researches at the Dharma Drum Buddhist College in Taiwan. He has drawn on his extensive research into early Buddhism to present Compassion and Emptiness in Early Buddhist Meditation, our … [ Read More ]
Looking Back at 2015
Thanks to our excellent authors and readers, 2015 has been a very good year for Windhorse Publications. We were pleased to publish four thoughtful new books and to receive support from our readers in the form of sponsorships. The Buddha on Wall Street was first off the block. Its author Vaddhaka Linn greatly helped us … [ Read More ]
My experience of interning with Windhorse Publications – Lucy Stevens
For the past four weeks I’ve had the pleasure of interning with Windhorse Publications. Apart from giving me an excellent insight into what goes on in a publisher’s office, I’ve also found it a great way to link between things I am learning at university (I am studying an MA in Publishing), and applying these … [ Read More ]
Nourishing Gifts This Season
The end of the year may be a time of reflection for many. We’d like to recommend a few possible ways to nourish mind and spirit: gifts for your loved ones, or maybe yourself. The Windhorse Colouring Book – Colour in the inspiring pictures as a journey of discovery towards peace and insight. Not About … [ Read More ]
Interested in helping to shape the future of Windhorse Publications? Share your views and win a £50 eGift card!
We’ve recently launched a survey on our new membership and subscription options, and would like to hear your views. Can you help us shape the future of Windhorse Publications by filling in this survey today? Everyone who completes the survey will have the option to enter a draw to win £50 to spend on our … [ Read More ]
Living in the Greater Mandala: the 2015 International Urban Retreat
Later this month (21st – 28th November), Triratna Centres around the world will be taking part in the International Urban Retreat. The theme of the retreat is ‘Living in the Greater Mandala’, based on Sangharakshita’s teachings on developing appreciation and spaciousness through a greater eye for beauty. These ideas are expressed in Sangharakshita’s Wisdom Beyond … [ Read More ]
Love Buddhist books? Help promote them!
Situation vacant at Windhorse Publications! The charitable company for Buddhist publishing in the Triratna Community is looking for a Marketing Co-ordinator marketing, social media and online sales part-time: 2.5 days/week to start preferably in December 2015 based in Cambridge salary £16,432 pro rata, negotiable dependent on experience applications close 18th November For more information and … [ Read More ]