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FREE today on Amazon. !8 Feb 2025

Son of Peace is FREE on Amazon today-Monday 17 Feb

It’s Finally Here – "Son of Peace" is Live on Amazon!

I wanted to let you know that it’s available for purchase now. But no pressure—whether or not you’re ready to grab a copy, I just wanted to share my excitement with you!

Happy reading, James.

Just 1 day left before release on 19 September.

Fun fact about Buddha:

Buddha’s teachings laid the foundation for one of the world’s major religions, Buddhism, which emphasizes mindfulness, compassion, and the quest for enlightenment.

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Fun fact about Buddha:

After his death, Buddha’s relics were distributed and enshrined in stupas (Buddhist monuments) across Asia, which became important pilgrimage sites.

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Fun fact about Buddha:

Buddha spent 45 years travelling and teaching across the Indian subcontinent, spreading his message of compassion, non-attachment, and mindfulness.

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Fun fact about Buddha:

The symbol of Buddhism, the Dharmachakra or "Wheel of Dharma," represents Buddha’s teachings on the path to enlightenment.

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Fun fact about Buddha:

Unlike many religious founders, Buddha did not claim divinity and discouraged the worship of gods, focusing instead on personal spiritual development.

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Fun fact about Buddha:

The first five followers of Buddha were the five ascetics who initially accompanied him in his severe practices but later became his first disciples after his enlightenment.

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Just 8 days left before release on 19 September.

Fun fact about Buddha:

Buddha gave his first sermon in Deer Park, Sarnath, where he taught the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path.

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Just 9 days left before release on 19 September.

Fun fact about Buddha:

After attaining enlightenment, Siddhartha became the Buddha, which means "The Awakened One," and he reached a state of Nirvana, free from the cycle of rebirth.

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Just 10 days left before release on 19 September.

Fun fact about Buddha:

Before his enlightenment, Siddhartha was tempted by Mara, the demon of illusion, who tried to distract him with worldly desires and fears.

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Just 11 days left before release on 19 September.

Fun fact about Buddha:

Siddhartha achieved enlightenment while meditating under a Bodhi tree in Bodh Gaya, India. The tree is still a revered pilgrimage site today.

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Just 12 days left before release on 19 September.

Fun fact about Buddha:

Siddhartha realised that neither extreme indulgence nor extreme asceticism was the path to enlightenment, leading him to discover the "Middle Way."

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Fun fact about Buddha:

Before attaining enlightenment, Siddhartha practised extreme asceticism, including severe fasting, to the point of near starvation.

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Just 14 days left before release on 19 September.

Fun fact about Buddha:

At 29, Siddhartha left his luxurious life behind to seek the truth about human suffering, marking the beginning of his spiritual quest.

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Fun fact about Buddha:

Siddhartha’s journey towards enlightenment began after he saw four things: an old man, a sick man, a dead body, and an ascetic. These encounters made him realize the inevitability of suffering.

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Just 16 days left before release on 19 September.

Fun fact about Buddha:

Siddhartha’s father, King Suddhodana, sheltered him from the harsh realities of life, hoping he would choose the path of kingship.

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Just 17 days left before release on 19 September.

Fun fact about Buddha:
A seer predicted Siddhartha would either become a great king or a spiritual leader who would bring enlightenment to the world.

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Fun fact about Buddha:
It’s said that when Siddhartha was born, he took seven steps, and lotus flowers bloomed where his feet touched the ground.

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Just 19 days left before release on 19 September.

Fun fact about Buddha:
Siddhartha was born into a royal family in the kingdom of Kapilavastu, which is now in modern-day Nepal.

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Just 20 days left before release on 19 September. Exciting!

Fun fact about Buddha:
Buddha's birth name was Siddhartha Gautama, meaning "He Who Achieves His Goal".

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30 days left before the release of 'Son of Peace' on September 19th.

Join me in exploring Buddha's incredible journey.

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31 days left to release.

'Son of Peace' vividly brings ancient India to life, immersing readers in its rich history, vibrant markets, serene temples, and profound spiritual traditions. Experience the sights, sounds, and philosophies of a bygone era, offering a deep, sensory journey into the world that shaped Buddha’s teachings.

This book releases on September 19. Please add to your shelf.

This is a change of genre for me. I usually write Science-Fiction and Fantasy. 'Son of Peace' will be on sale on 19 September 2024. To celebrate this new book, I'm running a 'Win Ten Book Spiritualty Competition.'

Find out more here: https://kingsumo.com/g/1jzdvk3/win-10...

Chapter XX1 The Heroes

The end of volume 111
Moving along nicely, but now we have to nudge each other to stay awake.

That's the end of volume one. I read out loud so my wife can also enjoy the book. I had to keep nudging her awake.

Hard going already!