Stars of Sacred Spring
Two exquisite storytellers share writing and talk craft
Hana Presents
The Light of Stars
This April, School of Hana is pleased to showcase two of its stars, Beverly Cook and Eve Bradford, for unforgettable readings of newly finished works.
Part celebration of story, part study of craft, these free digital gatherings will inspire creativity, clarify purpose, and spread hope. You'll leave with new tools for telling your own story in these shifting times.
This April, School of Hana is pleased to showcase two of its stars, Beverly Cook and Eve Bradford, for unforgettable readings of newly finished works.
Part celebration of story, part study of craft, these free digital gatherings will inspire creativity, clarify purpose, and spread hope. You'll leave with new tools for telling your own story in these shifting times.
Meet the storytellers
Stars of Sacred Spring
Two exquisite storytellers share soulful writing and tips on craft
Hana Presents
The Light of Stars
This April, School of Hana is pleased to showcase two of its stars, Beverly Cook and Eve Bradford, for unforgettable readings of newly finished works.
Part celebration of story, part study of craft, these free gatherings will inspire creativity, clarify purpose, and spread hope. You'll leave with new tools for telling your own story in these shifting times.
This April, School of Hana is pleased to showcase two of its stars, Beverly Cook and Eve Bradford, for unforgettable readings of newly finished works.
Part celebration of story, part study of craft, these free gatherings will inspire creativity, clarify purpose, and spread hope. You'll leave with new tools for telling your own story in these shifting times.
Meet the storytellers
Twelve-year elected tribal chief of the Mohawks of Akwesasne, trauma-informed nurse practitioner, ceremonialist, and great grandmother
When
Wednesday, April 22nd
3:30-4:45pm Eastern
Where
Live on Zoom
Cost
Free
Register for the gathering →
When
Wednesday, April 22nd
3:30-4:45pm Eastern
Where
Live on Zoom
Cost
Free
Register for the gathering →
Daoist practitioner, tea ceremonialist, spiritual teacher, founder of The Vital Weave, lead facilitator for Josh Schrei's Mythic Body course
When
Saturday, April 25th
2:00–3:15pm Eastern
Where
Live on Zoom
Cost
Free
Register for the gathering →
When
Saturday, April 25th
2:00–3:15pm Eastern
Where
Live on Zoom
Cost
Free
Register for the gathering →
Beverly Cook
Eve Bradford
About the School
Hana's mission is to re-sacralize the storyteller as an essential role within the human tribe. We call for new stories from soulful messengers to help us reclaim our attention and wayfind through these times.
Through the Stars program, Hana identifies people of impeccable character and spiritual depth and puts a village at their backs, supporting them as they raise their voice to meet this moment in the world.
Hana's mission is to re-sacralize the storyteller as an essential role within the human tribe. We call for new stories from soulful messengers to help us reclaim our attention and wayfind through these times.
Through the Stars program, Hana identifies people of impeccable character and spiritual depth and puts a village at their backs, supporting them as they raise their voice to meet this moment in the world.
Hana's Stars receive
- A multi-year fellowship program with extraordinary peers
- Professional editing and structured creative process
- Coaching in power, presence, and voice
- Immersive creative retreats
- Full-suite support for book projects and speaking tours
- Sacred Culture Nights - story ceremonies at village scale
The Spring Story Showcase features the work of two of Hana's stars.
Who Stewards Hana's Work?
Hana is directed by artist, storyteller and creative coach David Alder. David is the author of the viral graphic novel We Will Call It Pala and the lead facilitator for Parables of Change, Hana's flagship course.
David teaches spiritual storytelling as a tool for personal power, alignment of purpose and culture change. His work uplifts soulful leaders who wield power, wisdom, and compassion to make a better world.
David teaches spiritual storytelling as a tool for personal power, alignment of purpose and culture change. His work uplifts soulful leaders who wield power, wisdom, and compassion to make a better world.
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Through Stars and public courses, Hana's students hone the craft of storytelling and the power of their voice
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"It's hard to put the magic into words.
It reconnected me with my purpose.”
-Joe, Eight-year NFL starter, Hana alum on Parables of Change
Illustrated by hand by David Alder
Joe's Journey
What surprised Joe wasn’t the quality of his story. It was realizing he’d spent years hiding the part of himself that creates. Parables of Change helped him find his voice, wield his gifts, and claim a new identity.
When you cross the threshold, you don’t just tell a story. You become someone who can no longer stay silent.
When you cross the threshold, you don’t just tell a story. You become someone who can no longer stay silent.
Reach out to HANA
It's time to tell your story
We're thrilled to hear of your interest in Parables Of Change. The Spring 2026 cohort is going to be a remarkable group and a powerful experience for all.
To reserve your spot in the upcoming cohort, send us an email with your name and info, and we'll add you to the cohort list. The course booking platform will launch in early January, at which point you can submit your deposit to secure your space.
Tell us a bit about yourself, what draws you to your course, and the story that is knocking at your heart.
To reserve your spot in the upcoming cohort, send us an email with your name and info, and we'll add you to the cohort list. The course booking platform will launch in early January, at which point you can submit your deposit to secure your space.
Tell us a bit about yourself, what draws you to your course, and the story that is knocking at your heart.
HANA
Illustrated by hand
by David Alder
©2026
School Of Hana
by David Alder
©2026
School Of Hana