The Buddhism Oracle is designed as an easy introduction to the fundamental teachings of Buddhism in a fun and practical way, with each card representing one core principal of Buddhism. The cards are simple to use and contain a wisdom that, like a glimmer of light, brings healing, direction and inspiration to your life. The peaceful Buddha image helps wisdom flow easily, gently penetrating your mind and spirit. By choosing the card that you most connect with you can easily open up a way to positively communicate with your subconscious mind. You'll find the cards shine new light on situations by triggering inner solutions that come easily from the energy, creativity and intelligence found within your deep being. The deck comprises 36 cards in total and is divided into four sections: truth, purity, contemplation and cultivation.

Buddhism Oracle: Wisdom for Peace, Love and Happiness; Sofan Chan; Rockpool Publishing; 36 cards plus guidebook (112 pages); $24.95

Sofan was born and spent her formative years in Hong Kong, a place of great cultural diversity, high population density and a fast pace of living. Her love of art brought her to study advanced western painting techniques at The School of Art Institute of Chicago in the USA, before finally settling with her partner Rochman Reese in Australia.

Her paintings have an easily recognisable, unique style filled with vibrant, happy colours and flowing lines. They are the outer expression of her inner Buddha nature and inspirations. Her original oil paintings and limited edition prints are now proudly displayed in a wide variety of collections around the world.