The Tibetan Buddhist community, and the lamas I’ve known who teach in that tradition, have been incredibly generous and kind to me over the years. These include Chagdud Tulku Rinpoche, Khentrul Lodro Thaye Rinpoche, and Lama Padma Drimed Norbu. I couldn’t have written my novels Exiles or The Way without the insight and understanding I gained from studying with these brilliant teachers, and I’m forever grateful to them. May all beings benefit!

Interested readers can find more information about issues related to Tibet at a variety of websites. Here are several that provide information and opportunities to get involved: