The Neon Buddha

About the Book

The Neon Buddha was written shortly before the author’s move to Oregon in 2002.  Most of the poetry and short stories were written in the six months prior to her recent move.  The first edition of The Neon Buddha, published in 2002, was a collection of poetry, short stories, and essays about spiritual life and life in general.  In 2003, Ms. Stahl added thirty new poems and two new stories.  Humor and candid observation comprise most of the work along with introspection regarding the quality of life in our present time.  The signature poem for The Neon Buddha still is “In the Light of the Neon Buddha.”

Several new poems in this edition have been featured in poetry anthologies.  The poem “Letting Go” will be featured in the forthcoming book entitled, “Who’s Who in International Poetry” and is scheduled for publication in 2005.

About the Author

Suzann Stahl, a resident of Los Angeles for over thirty years, lived in Eugene, Oregon in 1992.  After living in Oregon for six months, she vowed to return someday to enjoy the nature of Oregon and the Oregon coastline.  In 2002, Ms. Stahl accomplished her goal.  She is presently a prayer chaplain at the Unity of the Valley church in Eugene.  She is also a staff writer for Horizons, the Unity of the Valley newsletter, and a member of the Unity Marketing Ministry.  Ms. Stahl is a Reiki master and reflexologist.  She combines these two modalities in healing sessions for members of the local community.  Sometimes, she uses sacred stones in healing sessions.  Suzann Stahl is currently creating gemstone jewelry, vintage jewelry, and gemstone pendulums.  The name of her jewelry business is Sacred Stone Jewelry and her creations can be viewed at the following website:  http://www.journeytobountiful.com.