Hazel Colditz

Hazel was a Buddhist practitioner, mother, and wife, who lived in the Arizona desert. She passed away in January, 2012, having battled an aggressive form of cancer for several months. She was an artist and metal sculptor for over ten years. During that period, her work changed, mirroring her own personal evolution. You can read about Hazel’s artistic work at theasianwelder.com.

“Taneesha Never Disparaging,” by M. LaVora Perry

Taneesha Never Disparaging is billed as a young adult novel, but it's a perfect read for all ages, exemplifying how…

October 4, 2010

“Sitting Practice,” by Caroline Adderson

A Canadian author's sophomore novel deals with the serious subjects of disability and unrequited incestuous love, but brims over with…

September 17, 2009

“Jake Fades” by David Guy

As Buddhist ideas become more commonly known in the west, they increasingly pervade art and literature. Reviewer Hazel Colditz, herself…

April 13, 2009