The Cat Who Taught Zen

'I've learnt that what we want is seldom what we need, and what we need is almost never what we want.' This is the tale of a cat wise in the ways of zen, journeying to discover a fabled ancient pine, under which infinite wisdom may be found. Along the way he meets a vivid cast of animals: from an anxious monkey and a tortoise tired of life to a tiger struggling with anger, a confused wolf cub and a covetous crow. But it's a surprise encounter with a playful kitten, that forces the cat to question everything ... 2025, The British Audio Awards (The Speakies) Business/Self-Help, Short-listed