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In Spiritual Destiny, the inaugural novel of the Alp to Taw Chronicles and the first book of The Destiny Trilogy, readers are introduced to Joseph Arthur Golden-Eagle, known as JAG, a full-blooded Pequot Native American from Stonington, Connecticut. Raised by Night Owl and Morning Dove, JAG embodies his ancestors' guiding values: "DON'T TAKE what is not yours; DO TAKE care of what is yours, and Mother Earth will provide for you forever." His early life is laced with unusual events and encounters. While the narrative unfolds in familiar contemporary settings, subtle undercurrents hint at profound revelations yet to come. This layering invites readers to ponder the unseen influences shaping our world and sets the stage for transformative events in subsequent installments of the series.

Spiritual Destiny masterfully intertwines the familiar with the enigmatic, crafting a tale that resonates deeply and leaves one contemplating the boundaries between the known and the extraordinary. It challenges readers to reflect on their roles within the broader tapestry of existence and prepares them for a journey that extends beyond the ordinary, hinting at the profound interconnectedness of all things. As the world grapples with overconsumption, environmental degradation, and societal discord, JAG recognizes the urgency of these challenges. He embarks, unknown to him, on a transformative journey to lead humanity toward a more responsible way of life, rooted in ancient wisdom yet vital to our future.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

James W. Hawk was born in New Eagle, Pennsylvania, and grew up in East Cleveland, Ohio. He attended Cleveland State University.

Dr. Raymond Foery, Professor Emeritus - Quinnipiac University Film, Television, and Media Arts, said about Hawk’s work: "A truly imaginative filmmaker with a highly sophisticated sense of cinematic acuity. Jim has been remarkably active in various genres. As a director of narrative fiction, he has shown a sure hand with actors and a sophisticated appreciation of mise-en-scene. As a creator of animated visual motifs, Jim has displayed a mastery of the latest techniques and a sophisticated sense of composition complemented by a rich appreciation of theatrical style. Each of his projects also reveals the mind of an artist grappling with the eternal philosophical dilemmas of our existence on this planet, as well as some speculation about those other planets out there. In short, Jim’s work forces us to think as well as to look."

Jan Harlan (executive producer for Stanley Kubrick & Steven Spielberg) gave Hawk's work high marks.

F. Miguel Valenti assessed it as better than much of what is released these days.

One of Hawk’s films was exhibited at an art exhibition in Rome, Italy. Two of his films were award-winners, two were finalists, four were semi-finalists, and two were quarter-finalists at film festivals worldwide. A Hawk film was recently awarded semi-finalist at a science fiction film festival out of a thousand entries. He has had films screened at 64 film festivals and venues worldwide, with 112 films being official selections.