Ambar Publication House
Book Launch, 2026
Honoring
the Land
Alignment with the Elements
Author
Anil Thapa
"A gentle invitation to slow down, reconnect with Mother Earth, and rediscover the light within."
Date
3 March 2026
Time
11 am to 1 pm
Venue
Nepal Tourism Board
Seating is limited. Attendance by request.
About the Book
From the earth, a path toward healing.
From a childhood marked by illness, poverty, and emotional turmoil, Anil Thapa discovers healing through nature, Buddhist wisdom, and the sacred art of Thangka. His journey is one of profound reconnection with the self and with the living world around us.
Honoring the Land moves through personal stories and spiritual reflections to arrive at something universal: deep gratitude for the elements that sustain us. It guides readers toward balance, awareness, and inner transformation, gently, unhurriedly.
A simple yet powerful reminder that we belong to the Earth, and the Earth belongs to us.
Publisher
Ambar Publication House
Language
English
Price
$10.00
Mission
Libraries in Nepal
About the Author
Anil Thapa
Anil Thapa's work sits at the intersection of ecological awareness, Buddhist philosophy, and the healing power of beauty. Trained in Thangka, the classical Buddhist art form, he brings contemplative depth to everything he creates. His writing invites readers not to escape the world, but to return to it more fully.
10% of every purchase of Honoring the Land supports Mission Library, Anil's mission of building libraries in Nepal's public schools.
Event Details
Date
3rd March, 2026
Time
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Venue
Nepal Tourism Board
Kathmandu, Nepal
Format
Book Launch and Conversation
In-person, limited seating
The event opens with a reading, followed by a conversation between Anil Thapa and guests on the themes of the book: land, belonging, healing, and the quiet intelligence of nature.
Sacred Gathering
Event Flow
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Arrival
Gathering
Welcome everyone as they arrive — guests find their seats and settle into the sacred space
Opening
Welcome Address
Warmly welcome all guests and introduce the programme, setting intention for the journey ahead
Ceremony
Flute Meditation
A live flute invocation to open the heart and still the mind, drawing all present into stillness
Performance
Anil Monologue
Anil shares his personal journey and reflections from the heart, inviting all present into the sacred story of Honoring the Land
Sacred Ritual, 20 mins
Lama Puja
A devoted puja ceremony led by the Lama, offering blessings, prayers and sacred intention for the book
Honoured Guests, 10 mins each
Guest Speakers
Special guests are welcomed to the seat of honour, each sharing their reflections for 10 minutes
Guided Practice
Meditation for the Book's Success
A collective meditation, sending merit, light and blessings toward the book's wide and joyful reach
Celebration & Close
Tea, Lunch & Closing Ceremony
Gather in joy, share tea and food, celebrate the launch, and close with a final ceremony of gratitude
May this book bring light to all who receive it
Register
Seating is limited to preserve the intimacy of the gathering. Submit your details and we will confirm your place.
The Wheel Turns
"We belong to the Earth, and the Earth belongs to us."
Kathmandu, 2026