Soul Inks

Soul of Ink: Lim Tze Peng at 100 pays tribute to the remarkable achievement of artistic renaissance at 100. It traces the lean beginnings of Lim Tze Peng's early years, relives the times of controversy over the artist's innovations in Chinese calligraphy, and celebrates his breakthroughs. Throughout the book, attention is paid to Lim Tze Peng the man, the foundation of everything that is admirable about Lim Tze Peng the artist. It looks at the man behind the art, and how art has given life to him and his family.Farmer, teacher, principal, and artist, Lim Tze Peng counts Lee Man Fong, Cheong Soo Pieng, and Liu Kang as his mentors. These men, like the others from the pioneering generation of Nanyang artists, are no longer around. Lim Tze Peng remains standing, a witness to and player in Singapore's art history since the 1940s.His life started late; everything got going only after the ripe old age of 80. A Cultural Medallion winner at 82 and a Meritorious Service recipient at 95, Lim Tze Peng is used to the twists and turns of life and has been trained by experience to endure the vagaries of fate. You could describe his art as the art of perseverance. The works he produces these days need to be seen to be believed. Bigger, bolder, and boasting far more colour than ever before, his art is as invigorating as that of a young man, whilst embodying the soul of a sage.At the heart of this book is the word 'soul'. What pushes a man at the age of 100 to continue breaking new ground in his life's work? How has he been able to surprise not just the art community but himself?This is Woon Tai Ho's second book on a Singaporean artist. His first, To Paint a Smile, is about the artist Tan Swie Hian.

As the right hand woman at the Fairy Godfather’s Grimm Agency, Marissa Locks has a grip on all things magical. If only she could get control of her own not-so-charmed life… For most people, waking up after a night of partying next to a dragon, sporting a tattoo with a mind of its own, would be a new low. For Marissa, only the tattoo is new—and, unfortunately, it’s not the weirdest part of her day. The Agency has been called in to stop a string of messy murders, a problem that’s turning into a disaster of biblical proportions, and Marissa’s been assigned to the case. One of the archangels from Paradisia is attempting to switch teams, and he’s willing to use as many souls as it takes to pay his way. With Grimm contractually bound to clean up the chaos, Marissa must find a way to keep the former cherub from completing his rampage. But between fighting an angel gone bad and battling the magical compulsions of her new Fae tattoo, Marissa’s definitely facing the worst hangover in history… Includes a preview of the Grimm Agency novel, Armageddon Rules. J. C. Nelson is the author of the Grimm Agency novels, including Free Agent and Armaggedon Rules. A software developer and ex-beekeeper, J. C. lives in the Pacific Northwest with family and a few chickens.

The book is 64 paged with only two poems in her venacular(sepedi).The poems are motivated by personal experiences,thoughts and nature be it love,politics,religion and death.The book is in a simple language that everybody at any age can easily relate to the work.The poems are not titled because the author says"It was my soul wrriting not me,and i want people to relate to the work and give a title depending on what they feel.I am reaching out to everyone anywhere in any situation,therefore my reader will have to be creative and come up with a topic".The book cover is a picture of the authors late grandmother Makgabo Mabitja Johanna Kabe,she passed away in 2006 and the book is an honouray from the author for all the hard work the lady put in grooming Tumelo Mahlakoane.

In a world where the glow of digital screens has overshadowed the allure of bookstores, a hidden haven of wonder thrives against the tides of modernity. Nestled on a quiet city street stands "The Inkwell," a timeless bookstore untouched by the eroding forces of time. Its faded sign and inviting window displays conceal a secret both enchanting and extraordinary, a secret that waits patiently for the destined to unveil its mysteries. At the heart of this enchanting tale is Julia, a book restorer whose introverted soul finds solace amidst the musty volumes that grace her workbench. Yet, as she meticulously tends to the delicate pages of forgotten stories, little does she know that her own narrative is about to transcend the boundaries of reality and enter the realm of the extraordinary. Behind the creaking shelves and ink-stained counters, Daisy, the enigmatic proprietor of The Inkwell, safeguards a profound legend that whispers among the rows of books. Within the store's collection lies a subset of volumes imbued with magic, books that forge an unbreakable bond between the souls of two readers. Julia, ever the skeptic of fanciful tales, could never have fathomed that her life would soon intertwine with the very essence of this beguiling legend. On a serendipitous day, amidst a forgotten stack of dusty tomes, Julia's fingers chance upon a weathered manuscript that radiates an inexplicable aura. As she traces the faded words with her eyes, she becomes captivated by a love story that unfolds in an era far removed from her own, a tale spun by the hand of a charismatic writer named Paul Sinclair. Unbeknownst to Julia, this centuries-old manuscript holds a connection that defies the constraints of time and space, drawing her and Paul into a dance of fate and destiny. Across the ages, their hearts resonate, their souls entwining in ways that transcend the limits of reality itself, guiding them towards a love that only the world of literature could conjure. As their connection deepens, Julia and Paul navigate the intricacies of time travel and the enigmatic forces at play, all while uncovering the concealed perils that threaten the sanctity of their extraordinary bond. With Daisy, whose own past holds a tale of love and enchantment, by their side, they must confront an inscrutable adversary who seeks to exploit the power of the enchanted books for dark and selfish purposes. In a narrative woven with threads of love, magic, and the enduring power of literature, Julia and Paul will come to understand the true essence of devotion, the worth of sacrifice, and the timeless legacy of a love that transcends not only the written word but the very essence of existence itself. Dear reader, prepare to embark on a mesmerizing journey through the pages of "Ink and Intertwined Souls," where the boundaries of time blur, the palpable magic of words unfolds, and true love finds its place within the world of literature—forever inked upon the hearts of those who dare to believe in the extraordinary.

"Central Ink is both absorbing and challenging as it carries the reader through the author's journey of self discovery. I found myself reviewing old dreams with a new perspective as I saw with delight the marvelous interconnections Marica Lewton was able to make between her dreams, her writing, her drawing, and her life. Dream work comes alive through this personal approach which demonstrates the value of dream messages for one's life. A much needed addition to dream literature. " Esther Conway, Ph.D. "Marcia Lewton takes us to the fertile heartland of the dream world. These finely crafted and illustrated stories drawn from her personal work with dreams bring vibrantly alive the reality of soul and healing in the modern world." Yvonne Jarosz, Dream Therapist In Central Ink Marica Lewton follows a series of 68 dreams in a narrative using a number of her own poems, stories and pictures to demonstrate how dream work carried her through two deaths and several other losses. In addition to instructing the reader in ways to work with dreams, she tells her own soul story in an engaging and often humorous way. Each piece of creative work is related to a dream, showing clearly how the well of creativity can be drawn on through dreams, and how paying attention to dreams by drawing or writing about them inspires further dreams in an ever-flowing steam. The instructions to readers are easy to follow and should provide inspiration for anyone who wants to begin this fascinating approach to soul development.

Indulge into one woman's expression of poetry, color, and craft Musszett The Poet opens her heart and soul in this compelling collection. In My Pen offers pieces that will comfort, inspire, and motivate you. From questions on life purpose to conversations with God, this book captures through verses sentiments that are expressed and emotions that are now emancipated. Experience the wonders of "The Autumn Crisp", be fascinated with the "Bible History", and know what it's like to be "Dancing with God". Find food for the soul, music for the mind, and inspiration for the heart in this beautiful anthology.