Witchcraft and wicca Books

Book SynopsisNo matter what you call them Beltane or May Day...Samhain or Halloween...Yule or Winter Solstice the Pagan solar festivals enrich our lives.

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Book SynopsisDark Goddess Magick introduces 20 of the most powerful shadow goddesses and guidance on how to connect with them. Light magick is all well and good, but sometimes you can't just “love and light” your way through challenging circumstances. The potent shadow goddesses you meet here, however, can guide you through the darkness. Authored by Ara Campbell of the wildly popular Goddess Circle school and community, each dark goddess entry includes spells, invocations, and practices to utilize the goddess's magick and wisdom for embodying strength, setting boundaries, and transforming your life. Often, it is in the darkest times that we find our strength and reclaim our power.   Someone poaching on your lover, your home, or your business? Call on Kali, The Warrioress, to release your fear and stand your ground. Is your world falling apart or are yTrade Review“Here are magick and strong-willed mythological role models to aid women in setting boundaries, being more assertive, and transforming their own lives. A thoroughly fascinating browse, reference, and resource.” * Midwest Book Review *Table of ContentsIntroductIon How to use this Book 1 Hecate Goddess of Magick Visualization Standing at the Crossroads Hecate Associations Dark Moon Clarity Breaking a Hex Hecate Smudge Recipe Witch Bottle of Protection 2 Kali Warrioress and Great Destroyer Visualization Demon Banishing with the Sword of Kali Kali Associations Howl: Embodying the Warrioress Dark Moon Fear-Releasing Ritual Time Devourer Incantation Seeds of Renewal 3 Aradia Queen of Witches Visualization Reclaiming the Witch Aradia Associations Divination by the Full Moon (Water Scrying) Charging by the Moonlight (Lunar Charging) Seal an Enemy Witch Bag 4 Persephone The Dark Queen Visualization The Queen’s Throne—Reclaiming Our Path Persephone Associations Speaking to the Maiden Blessing a Lover Mirror, Mirror Spell Reversal Worlds Apart: Love Invocation During Times of Separation 5 Inanna The Queen of Heaven Visualization Journey into Darkness—The Altar of Inanna Inanna Associations Releasing a Lover Written in the Heavens: Calling in a Partner The Priestess Drum: Supporting Our Sisters Off the Hook 6 Ereshkigal Goddess of the Underworld Visualization Mirror of Ereshkigal—Embodiment of Our Shadow Ereshkigal Associations The Forgotten Shadow Sister: Dealing with Abandonment Banishing Ritual Banishing Powder Binding Ritual 7 Medeina Goddess of the Wild Wood Visualization Protection of the Wild Wood Medeina Associations Grounding Practice Wash Away the Muck Earth Witch Bottle to Absorb Negative Energy Prosperity and Abundance Ritual 8 Oya Goddess of Storms Visualization Severing the Past, Making Way for the Future Oya Associations Supercharged Manifestation Rain Spell: Wash Away the Pain Blessing a Business Weather Spell: To Clear the Air 9 Lilith The Rebel Visualization Creating Our Own Sacred Garden Lilith Associations Honoring Sexuality Vow Rebellion from Settling Practice Boundary Spell Dark Moon Detox 10 Morrigan The Phantom Queen Visualization Finding Courage on the Battlefields of Life Morrigan Associations Phantom Queen Shielding Ritual Dream/Evil Catcher Sting an Enemy Raven Wing of Truth Prophecy 11 Spider Woman The Weaver of Fate Visualization Following the Thread of Destiny Spider Woman Associations Cutting Threads Dream Altar Ritual Weaving Our Fate: Intention Weaving Spell of Deserving 12 Coatlicue Earth Mother and Devourer of Darkness Visualization Transformation—Shedding Skin Coatlicue Associations The Three Sisters: Offerings to the Earth Mother Banishing Sickness: Spell to Ease Pain The Healing Womb: Sacred Bath Ritual Dream Pillow: To Devour Bad Dreams 13 Ixchel Goddess of the Moon Visualization The Sacred Temple of Ixchel—Gathering the Wisdom of the Goddess Ixchel Associations Moon Magic: Working with the Cycles of the Moon Creating Moon Water Dealing with a Jealous Partner Blessing the Mother (Pregnancy Blessing) 14 Bast Goddess of Protection Visualization Sacred Space Safety Bast Associations Circle of Protection Ritual Protection Powder Four Corners—Self, Home, and Property Protection Copy Right: Reclaiming Our Words 15 Pele Goddess of Sacred Fire Visualization Rekindle Our Sacred Fire Pele Associations Lava Beads, Bring What I Need Call to Action Sacred Fire: Releasing to the Flame Reshaping Ritual: Carving Our Desires 16 Cerridwen Priestess of the Cauldron Visualization The Cauldron of Cerridwen Cerridwen Associations Honoring Ancestors Inspiration Ritual Cerridwen’s Hex Halt Gossip 17 Sekhmet Goddess of Fire, Destruction, and Judgment Visualization Wisdom of Sekhmet Sekhmet Associations Destruction Ritual: Moving On from the Rubble Burn a Curse: Releasing a Curse Favorable Judgment Petition Success Ritual 18 Durga Warrior Goddess of Strength Visualization Riding the Tiger Durga Associations Expressing Anger Standing Our Ground Shield of Power Leadership Ritual 19 Circe The Sorceress Visualization Walking the Solitary Path Circe Associations Creating Sacred Space Poppet Spell Protection Salt Shattering Illusions 20 Yemaya Goddess of the Sacred Waters Visualization Surrender to the Sea Yemaya Associations Cleansing Shower Ritual Beach Stone Release Shore No More: Sand Release Fertility Invocation Glossary resources aBout tHe autHor acknowledGments Index

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Book SynopsisA study into the enigmatic devil of folkloric witchcraft and his many forms• Explains the Dark Man phenomenon through centuries-old folklore and mythology, testimony from British witch trials, and modern accounts• Challenges the simplistic concept of the Devil as “evil,” explaining how encounters with this entity can reveal one’s life purpose and how the Dark Man can be an initiator into witchcraft• Presents interviews with those who have witnessed the Dark Man firsthand, offering insights into how he can serve as a guide to a more positive lifeFrom the fortean phantoms that terrorized Victorian England to the haunted crossroads of the Irish hinterlands, the Devil—also known as the Dark Man—has found countless novel ways to influence culture and bring us face to face with our fears. Tracing this enigmatic entity through the centuries via mythology, folklore, occult writings, and modern accounts, Darragh

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Book SynopsisIn The Witch's Home, Jo Cauldrick shares 25 soothing rituals, crafts, meditations and magical practices for you and your home, to encourage a more magical, harmonious way of living. Broken down into five chapters, witchcraft-inspired activities blending homemade crafts, potion-making and spells will help you become the best version of yourself and make your home a haven. With guidance on how to build your own altar space, create a spell bag as well as candle magic and manifesting, you will be able to slow down, connect to the earth and enhance your own spiritual practices. Designed to encourage you to become more in tune with the cycles of nature, The Witch's Home is a wonderful, practical guide to making the most of your magical potential.

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Book SynopsisHidden within all of us is a special set of powers. Learning the tools of wicca and witchcraft unlocks those powers and opens the door on to a new world. This essential handbook is filled with everything you need to know in order to live in harmony with yourself and the natural world. It features detailed information on the most important elements of a modern-day wiccan way of life, including how to celebrate all the sabbats of the year, casting a sacred circle, writing and casting spells, essential everyday tools, and interpreting and understanding the four elements and their correspondences. You will also find advice on using the healing properties of herbs, trees, crystals, colours, numbers and astrological energies to empower and enhance your work. The Wiccan Handbook is an indispensable guide to embracing wicca and witchcraft in our modern world, bringing more magic, meaning and significance to your everyday life. Contents Introduction Part 1: The Story of Witchcraft The Early Times Modern Witchcraft Part 2: Getting Started The Tools of the Trade Part 3: Practicing Witchcraft Magical Charms and Symbols The Witch''s Calendar Casting a Sacred Circle The Witch''s Way to Draw in Love Creating Abundance Creating Miracles

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Book SynopsisA fascinating account of man of letters John Aubreyâs investigation into the witch craze in 17th century England and the remarkable witch trials in Wiltshire. John Aubrey and other leading figures in the Royal Society promoted belief in witchcraft. Aubrey also had a dark secret. He personally practised a form of black witchcraft.

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Book SynopsisYou Fell In Love With The Victors of The Hunger Games. Now Prepare To Meet The Villains Of The Blood Veil. After the publication of a salacious tell-all book, the remote city of Ilvernath is thrust into the spotlight. Tourists, protesters, and reporters alike flock to its spellshops and historic ruins to witness an ancient curse unfold: every generation, seven families name a champion among them to compete in a tournament to the death. The winner awards their family exclusive control over the city''s high magick supply, the most powerful resource in the world. In the past, the villainous Lowes have won nearly every tournament, and their champion is prepared to continue his family''s reign. But this year, thanks to the influence of their newfound notoriety, each of the champions has a means to win. Or better yet--a chance to rewrite their story. But this is a story that must be penned in blood.Trade ReviewBoth glittering with magic and drenched in blood, All of Us Villains kept me up at night with its heart-pounding pace and layered mysteries. I'll be waiting for Book Two with bated breath and bitten nails * Sara Holland, New York Times bestselling author of Everless *Dark, luscious, and brutally smart, All of Us Villains is a fresh but unforgiving look at the legacy of abusive families and community-sanctioned violence. Foody and Herman have created a thrilling story that is impossible to put down; I stayed up all night to finish this book * Victoria Lee, author of A Lesson in Vengeance and The Fever King *A blood-soaked modern fairytale brimming with magic, spectacle, and unforgettable characters * Katy Rose Pool, author of There Will Come A Darkness *Foody and Herman's collaboration offers a fun yet brutal tale of sacrifice, betrayal, and ever-shifting loyalties. From twists that'll make you gasp to believably flawed characters you can't help but cheer for and curse in the same breath, this one will keep readers on the edge of their seats * Tara Sim, author of Scavenge the Stars *Positively wicked in all the right ways. This series is my new obsession, and I cannot wait to devour the next one. With its innovative magic system, a twisted cast of characters you somehow can't help but love, and a plot that will leave you on the edge of your seat, All of Us Villains is addicting from start to finish. I'm obsessed * Adalyn Grace, New York Times bestselling author of All the Stars and Teeth *Magical, clever and cutthroat, All of Us Villains sets out to make it impossible to know who to root for . . . A fun, twisty ride through a world full of spells and family secrets * Kendare Blake, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Three Dark Crowns series *

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Book SynopsisFind and hone the innate feral spirit within and discover your own inner animal self.   Rewild yourself. Return to an ancient, deeper way of being. Reconnect with the primordial, animistic world of the spirits and the powers of nature that have been patiently waiting for you to return. Once you become open to this reality, the spirits of nature will welcome you, bond with you, and help you.   In Feral Magick: Unleash Your Inner Animal Self, author Denny Sargent gives readers the tools they need to locate and work with their inner animal as well as with sacred deities and personal animal spirits. Through spells, rituals, and meditations, as well as shapeshifting and trance states, readers will learn how to tap into their natural instinct, intuition, and insight.   Practicing feral magick will lead you to form deeper intuitive bonds with your animal allies and to find the inherent power you already possess. The operating principles of intuitive spiritual animistic practices will enable you to better acknowledge and engage with all sorts of woodland spirits and will remind you that you, too, are a spirit of nature.  

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Book SynopsisInvite magic into every single day with an easy spell or ritual based on ancient wisdom. Tree Carr, an expert in the realms of dreams, divination and esoteric magic, brings together 365 simple rituals, spells and enchantments to enrich your life and help you discover new powers. From spells that you can cast on-the-go, to incantations to solidify healthy boundaries, to charms to expand your consciousness for astral projection, there are hundreds of spells to calm, inspire and delight. The spells combine the arts of potions, rituals, lucid dreams, herb magic, candle magic, planetary magic, crystal magic, incantations, ceremonies, divinations, tarot readings and so much more, making this is the first book of its kind to bring together multiple realms of magic for the everyday into one place. Gorgeously illustrated throughout, the spells within this book are easy to do, inexpensive, practical and offer profound insight and power.Trade Review"A practical and playful book for bringing more magic to your everyday life." - Bel Senlle, author of Clarity Tarot"A treasure trove of smart modern spells that will inspire and empower any reader... A Spell a Day is an excellent addition to anyone's magical library." - Dee Norman, author of Burn a Black Candle"A delightful romp through many types of spellcraft" - Julian Vayne, occultist, writer and psychonaut"This is a book of powerful wisdom" - Remington Donovan, author of Numerology: A Beginner's Guide to the Spiritual Meaning of Numbers"Covering everything from increasing creativity and intensifying love, to finding menopause relief, and putting an end to checking out your ex's social media, A Spell A Day is nothing but comprehensive. It's also easy to follow, and wrapped up in a handsome hardback format" - LoveReading Review

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Book SynopsisA savvy witch’s guidebook on strengthening their innate capacity to speak the symbolic language of the universe and trusting their inner knowing—their intuwitchin.From the founder of Witch School Mia Magik (@miamagik) comes a guide to what she calls IntuWitchin. There’s a key difference between intuition and IntuWitchin. While they both come from within us, IntuWitchin involves our innate capacity to learn and fluently speak the symbolic language of the Universe. It allows us to receive information from every animal or number, any part of our body, dreams, conversations, and more. We’ve all been told to follow our intuition, but IntuWitchin shows you how. It means reclaiming your magik to see how the world around you is always communicating with you and letting you know which way to go.IntuWitchin makes you your own teacher, guide, healer, and hero of your story. Putting the Witch in IntuWitchin supports you in owning your witchiness—how your wisdom expresses through you—and synergizing that unique essence with the magik of the world all around you.The book describes how to tap into your Intuwitchin and apply it in your life with rituals, magikal practices, journaling prompts, and chapters on:– Reclaiming the witch wound in order to move forward in courage and empowerment– Understanding signs and symbols from the Universe– Divination tools like astrology, tarot, numerology, and color magik– Recognizing how your body speaks to you– Incorporating the wisdom of the elements into your magik

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Book SynopsisUnleash your inner witch, learn the secrets of modern magick, and find joy every day with The Modern Witch’s Guide to Happiness.Discover everything you need to know to unlock your inner witch with this essential guide. Learn how to use tarot cards and healing crystals, how to embrace your psychic power and dispel toxic energy, and how to harness the magick of nature to become the happiest and most grounded version of yourself.Written in layman’s terms, this book offers practical activities such as spellcraft, finding your own rituals, and how to use magickal herbs effectively. Coupled with positive affirmations and advice on spiritual self-care, The Modern Witch’s Guide to Happiness is the perfect handbook to guide you on your magickal journey.

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Book SynopsisStay present in the kitchen and nourish the heart and soul with 120 intention-driven recipes that embrace the everyday magic of food to heal, connect, uplift, and inspire. Crafted with intention and the right ingredients, food infuses our lives with love, creativity, joy, peace, and abundance. But making magic in the kitchen, preparing meals that meet our needs and those of our loved ones, requires a little know-how. In Light, Fire, and Abundance, Misty Bell Stiers, the celebrated author of Witch, Please: Finding Magic in Modern Times, opens her grimoire and reveals her 120 most powerful (and mouthwatering!) recipes, ones lovingly developed by her and her family members, along with guidance on the benefits of a wide range of ingredients and the sacred rituals she relies on. In this extraordinary volume you’ll find: -120 recipes for breakfasts, lunches, dinners, sides, desserts, sauces, and condiments (Create sugar lemon waffles to revitalize, butter crust fish to support concentration, sesame noodles to encourage connection, garlic shrimp for protection, pumpkin muffins to ward off spite, and much more) - Tips for staying present while cooking and crafting meals with intention - Instructions for tweaking recipes to meet emotional, physical, and spiritual needs - A guide to ingredients and their benefits based off ancient practices and recent evidence - An understanding of how food connects us and how to impart love through a thoughtful meal (including those made in a time crunch!) - An action plan to create your own magical grimoire safeguarding meaningful recipes - Gorgeous color photos and hand-drawn illustrations throughout - A foreword by celebrated kitchen witch Dawn Aurora Hunt This stunning book has been crafted with love for readers of all faiths looking to embrace the power of food and the natural properties of plants and herbs. Inside you’ll find both everyday meals and ones for special occasions, as well as an inspirational guide to support wellness, fun in the kitchen, and a bounty of memories.Trade ReviewPraise for Witch, Please: “Witch, Please is very useful for beginners to know the experience and journey of a modern witch. Stiers’s experiences are universal for many readers, from falling in love and getting married to sharing her Wiccan faith with her family, having children, and experiencing difficult times and loss. Through Stiers’s personal experience you will learn about the gods/goddesses, symbols and tools of Wicca; spells and curses; living day-to-day as a witch; and Wiccan holidays (sabbats) with meaningful and delicious recipes. This book is very grounded, giving readers a hint of what life could be like as a Wiccan.” —DC Public Library “Witch, Please is a fantastic, enlightening read. Misty Bell Stiers’s personal journey working and raising a family in New York City as a modern-day witch is full of wisdom and wisecracks, but it never gets preachy. It reads like any good story should, like it is being told from one best friend to another.” —Nathan Tysen, Broadway lyricist (Tuck Everlasting and Amélie) “Misty Bell Stiers dispels rumors about Wiccans and reveals what their beliefs mean in the modern era. Witch, Please is about a modern mom and her experience using the tenets of Wicca as her version of third-wave feminism. This book casts a major spell on anyone who reads it.” —Seth Herzog, comedian with The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon “Misty Bell Stiers’s practical, conversational writing style is relatable and addictive. From the first line she pulls you in, opening our eyes to the simple everyday magic of connecting with others, understanding oneself, and the wonders of the earth and sky. In her understated and approachable way, she shares her journey with us as she finds her individual path of honest, spiritual growth.” —Dawn Aurora Hunt, owner and CEO of Cucina Aurora Kitchen Witchery “Today, in a world that seems so unfamiliar to many of us, Misty Bell Stiers has gifted us with a book that shows that we can still follow the sun over the horizon, that we can inhale the crisp air that floats over glacier-carved lakes, and that we can wrap our arms around the sacred, wherever we may find it and whenever we open our hearts to it. The authenticity of her voice is only matched by her welcoming, lyrical prose—both weaved together to narrate and define. Misty gives us an intimate view of how to find magic in modern times, magic that has always been with us and inside us, and helps us find a familiar world again. It’s honest. It’s lovely. It’s magic.” —Kase Johnstun, award-winning author of Beyond the Grip of Craniosynostosis

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Book SynopsisThe author of The Green Witch, shows you how you can create your own green witch grimoire to record your favourite spells, recipes, rituals, and more. A grimoire is essential for any witch wanting to capture and record spells, rituals, and secret ingredients. And for a green witch, a perfect place to reflect upon the power of nature, and document the stones, plants, flowers, oils, and herbs used in her practice. The Green Witch’s Grimoire finally is a place for all your prized knowledge. Experienced witch Arin Murphy-Hiscock guides you on your path to creating your own personal book of your most cherished magic. Continue to hone your craft and grow into the green witch you’ve always dreamed of as you personalize your own Green Witch’s Grimoire.Trade Review“[This book] delivers. It. Is. Complete. … anyone can use this book.” —Magical Buffet“Easy to understand and takes you by the hand to get started on this magical path… a great companion book to The Green Witch.” —Facing North“A complete package… This is a book that you will want to spend time with.” —Pagan Pages “An incredible asset to any green witch’s library.” —Howling Libraries“A complete package of insight, guidance, knowledge and practicality.” —A Witch’s Sacred Journey"Arin has smashed another book out of the park… the perfect guide." —PrettyCore

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Book SynopsisHarness the power of crystals in your spells and rituals with this comprehensive guide to crystal magick as well as crystal-focused spells and full-color inventory of 50 useful stones and gems.In the intensity of the fiery cauldron of transformation, a series of reactions and bonds occurred to culminate in the creation of this beautiful structure, carrying the energy of the earth. Now, more than ever, modern witches have a vast number of powerful crystals from around the world right at their fingertips, harnessing their power in spellwork and rituals. With The Modern Witchcraft Book of Crystal Magick, you can explore the power of crystals in spellcraft and beyond from the history and tradition of crystal magick to how to work with crystals and how to curate your own collection to meet your magickal needs. With an index of the 50 crystals you need to know, as well as rituals and spells, you’ll have everything you need to unlock the magick of crystals and tap into the timeless beauty, power, and wisdom of the earth as you harness its magickal powers.Trade Review"Make sure you check out this highly informative book." —StyleCaster

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Book SynopsisThe ways of magic are revealed in nature...The secrets are written in meandering streams and drifting clouds, whispered by the roaring ocean and cooling breeze, echoed through caves and rocks and forests. When you draw a heart in the sand, call on the four winds for assistance, or ask the rain to wash away a bad habit, you are practicing earth magic. By working in harmony with nature, we can transform ourselves, our lives, and our world. This tried-and-true guide offers more than one hundred spells, rites, and simple rituals you can perform using the powerful energy of the earth. Scott Cunningham was a greatly respected teacher and one of the most influential members of the modern Craft movement. A practitioner of elemental magic for twenty years, he wrote more than fifty books, including the seminal Wicca: A Guide for the Solitary Practitioner.

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Book SynopsisThis handy, gorgeous new spell deck for contemporary Wiccans brings together 100 key spells and rituals from the bestselling Modern-Day Witch series.

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Book SynopsisModern day witches are a culmination of the old and new-they travel to the grocery store, work nine to fives, and teach in our classrooms. They carry black tourmaline and quartz, and wave bay and rosemary bundles over their doorways. Within an ancient sacred practice, a new generation of witches are rising; those who understand the power of action paired with energy and intent, who fight for the best versions of themselves through whispered chants and candlelight and match their activism with manifestation. The modern witch creates change within the hearth, the heart, and the world, one spell at a time.Frankie Castanea is at the centre of a thriving community of modern practitioners who use witchcraft to enrich their lives day-to-day and improve the world around them. In Spells for Change, Frankie demonstrates how witchcraft has both personal and worldwide applications, whether it''s protecting the home or self from negative energies through boundaries a

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Book SynopsisA concise, yet comprehensive, guide that covers all the basics of Wicca. The author also includes a master spell for beginners.

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Book SynopsisA woman's journey to understanding how witchcraft can heal us, reconnect us with nature, and keep us magical in an age of disbelief. After Jennifer Lane reached breaking point in her fast-paced office life and suffered stress-related illness, she set out to rediscover the solace and purpose that witchcraft had given her as a teenager. The Wheel is an immersive, engaging read - exploring the life long draw of witchcraft and our vulnerability to toxic working environments and digital demands. In her year long journey Jennifer explores ancient festivals and rituals, and visits fellow pagans and wild landscapes, in search of wisdom and peace. For those who are sick at heart of noise, anger and disconnection, The Wheel is full of wise words, crackling rituals and natural beauty. This is a quest to discover how to live fully connected to the natural world while firmly in the twenty-first century.Trade Review'In short - it's a book that has grabbed me by my very core and inspired me to make some long-awaited changes in my own life. Also, she's really funny and has a fantastic cat. What else could you need? More than a spiritual guide for modern-day witches, this book calls for all of us to pay more attention to the world around us ... Jennifer's passion for this subject emanates from the page, pulling the reader in so that we begin to look at the trees around us through her eyes, with that child-like sense of wonder. It's a joyous and magickal experience.' The Folklore Podcast 'Jennifer Lane’s writing is sincere, tender and rich with wonderment, empowering her readers to resist a conventional existence and look deeper into the heart of nature.' Tiffany Francis, author of Dark Skies 'Jennifer Lane casts a kind a contrary nature spell over her readers, full of glitter and acorns, fire and firecrests.' Derek Niemann, Guardian

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Book SynopsisAre you ready to revolutionise your magical practice? Glamour is a feminine occult art that can be used by all genders and encourages you to look at Witchcraft through a different lens than most traditional paths

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Book SynopsisAmbrosia Hawthorn is a traveling eclectic Pagan, astrologer, and card slinger with indigenous roots in Yup'ik shamanism and Puerto Rican folk magic. She is the founder of Wild Goddess Magick, a witchcraft blog, and the editor of Witchology Magazine.

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Book SynopsisA chilling, truly authoritative anthology of real-life accounts of witches, from medieval Europe through colonial AmericaFrom a manual for witch hunters written by King James himself in 1597, to court documents from the Salem witch trials of 1692, to newspaper coverage of a woman stoned to death on the streets of Philadelphia while the Continental Congress met, The Penguin Book of Witches is a treasury of historical accounts of accused witches that sheds light on the reality behind the legends. Bringing to life stories like that of Eunice Cole, tried for attacking a teenage girl with a rock and buried with a stake through her heart; Jane Jacobs, a Bostonian so often accused of witchcraft that she took her tormentors to court on charges of slander; and Increase Mather, an exorcism-performing minister famed for his knowledge of witches, this volume provides a unique tour through the darkest history of English and North American witchcraft.Trade ReviewThis comprehensive collection of carefully selected documents and published primary materials, coupled with judicious and informative introductions, will help modern readers understand the seemingly inexplicable and persistent popular phenomenon of belief in witchcraft from the seventeenth century into more modern times -- Mary Beth Norton (author of In the Devil's Snare)Fascinating and insightful. With her usual skill, Katherine Howe navigates the winding path leading to Salem's hysteria and beyond. A must-read for anyone who wants to know not only what happened but also how and why -- Brunonia Barry (author of The Lace Reader)

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Book SynopsisTune into the divine power of Goddess Magic, featuring a directory of deities alongside 50 spells, altars, and exaltations to amplify your highest vibes and attract fulfillment, success, friendship, growth, love, and fortune. Goddesses, both new and old, will lend their powers to those who seek their favor. Goddess Magic helps you channel divine power while also helping you find your patron deity of choice. Connect with your spiritual heritage and tap into the powers of your ancestors and all the mystical beings around you. This beautiful handbook contains well-known goddesses from the ancient world famously claimed by witches throughout the ages as well as other, less common ones, like catholic patron saints, around whom specific spells and rituals have grown. Each goddess rules over her domain, protecting and inspiring those who seek her favor with traditional rituals and spells praising her. Her symbols, favorite offerings, and favored forms of worship are all explained in the same illustrated and informative way as the previous books in the series. Here is but a taste of the powerful patrons you can learn about: HECATE is the Greek goddess of witchcraft and divination. Her roman counterpart is called TRIVIA and both accept offerings at crossroads. She transmits good news of the future, resides as a patron deity over divination spells. She’s an excellent guide for new ventures and is a powerful guardian. KAMALA is an incarnation of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and creativity. Invoke her to bring creative skills so that you can fill your life with pleasure and wealth of every kind by offerings of rice and ghee. MARIE LAVEAU may be the most influential American practitioner of the magical arts. The notorious Voudou Queen of New Orleans dispensed charms and potions (even saving several condemned men from the gallows), told fortunes, and healed the sick. SAINT LUCIA is the bearer of light in the darkness of winter. She is the patron saint of the blind, authors, cutlers, glaziers, laborers, martyrs, peasants, saddlers, salesmen, and stained glass workers. YEMAYA is the Yorùbá Orisha or Goddess of the living Ocean, considered the mother of all. She is the source of all the waters, including the rivers of western Africa, especially the River Ogun. She is associated with the Orisha Olokin (Who is variously described as female, male, or hermaphrodite), Who represents the depths of the Ocean and the unconscious, and together They form a balance. She is the sister and wife of Aganju, the God of the soil, and the mother of Oya, Goddess of the winds. The Mystical Handbook series from Wellfleet takes you on a magical journey through the wonderful world of spellcraft and spellcasting. Explore a new practice with each volume and learn how to incorporate spells, rituals, blessings, and cleansings into your daily routine. These portable companions feature beautiful foil-detail covers and color-saturated interiors on a premium paper blend. Other titles in the series include: Witchcraft, Moon Magic, Love Spells, Knot Magic, Superstitions, House Magic, and Herbal Magic.Table of ContentsContents Prologue Introduction Goddess Magic Goddesses of Love and Beauty Goddesses of Marriage, Fertility, and Motherhood Goddesses of Relationships, Truth, and Forgiveness Goddesses of Home, Hearth, and Healing Goddesses of Abundance, Good Fortune, and Prosperity Goddesses of Wisdom and Knowledge Goddesses of Strength and Protection Goddesses of Creativity and Joy Goddess Magic Spells and Rituals Epilogue Acknowledgments Resources and References Index

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Book Synopsis "A fierce and voluble refutation of the patriarchy and its soul-crushing oppression of female power. These writers make clear that as witches, femmes, and queers, they will use their own strength, ingenious rituals, beauty routines, and spells to rise above and beyond the limits of racism/classism and objectifications set by a male-dominated society. While bound by a thread of magic, these are inspiring feminist writings for readers of feminist literature, however identified.” --Library Journal Edgy and often deeply personal, the twenty-one essays collected here come from a wide variety of writers. Some identify as witches, others identify as writers, musicians, game developers, or artists. What they have in common is that they’ve created personal rituals to summon their own power in a world that would prefer them powerless. Here, they share the rituals they use to resist self-doubt, grief, and depression in the face of sexism, slut shaming, racism, patriarchy, and other systems of oppression. Contents Introduction Notes from the Editors Content Warning Unfuckable—Cara Ellison Trash-Magic: Signs & Rituals for the Unwanted—Maranda Elizabeth Uncensoring My Ugliness—Laura Mandanas Femme as in Fuck You: Fucking with the Patriarchy One Lipstick Application at a Time—Catherine Hernandez Before I Was a Woman, I Was a Witch—Avery Edison Undressing My Heart—Gabriela Herstik Garden—Marguerite Bennett Reddit, Retin-A, and Resistance: An Alchemist’s Guide to Skincare—Sam Maggs The Future is Coming for You—Deb Chachra My Witch’s Sabbath of Short Skirts, Long Kisses, and BDSM—Mey Rude Buzzcut Season—Larissa Pham The Harpy—Meredith Yayanos Fingertips—merritt Red Glitter—Sophie Saint Thomas Touching Pennies, Painting Nails—Sim Bajwa Ritual in Darkness—Kim Boekbinder Gayuma—Sara David Pushing Beauty Up Through the Cracks—Katelan Foisy Ritualising My Humanity—J. A. Micheline Simulating Control—Nora Khan I Am, Myself, a Body of Water—Leigh Alexander Contributors Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisFolk magic is more than casting a spell or creating a ritual. It is a way of life, a way of living, a way of perceiving the world and all within it. Living Folk Magic explores how to build an entire folk magic practice to understand the practices of folk magic so that they can be applied wherever they are needed.

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Book SynopsisLearn witchcraft and fine-tune your unique blend of magic with The Door to WitchcraftWhether inciting a light curiosity or a passionate craving, witchcraft is a practice that you can adapt to fit your goals. The Door to Witchcraft shows you the wonders of magic and how you want to practice it. The book begins with an overview of its history, values, and beliefs. Once you have a solid foundation, learn how to tap into your powers and customize your magic practice. Finally, put your powers into action and start practicing spells.Learn everything a beginner needs to know to practice magic, with: An overview of witchcraft?learn what witchcraft is, including terminology, a brief history, and how it fits into the present day and your life. An introduction to core belief systems and values?including nature and the environment, intuition and personal energy, and healing and helping others. A guide to tap into your powers?including techniques to access your power, how to practice different methods of divination, and ways to develop psychic abilities and intuition. A how-to primer on practicing witchcraft?including solitary vs. group spellwork; traditions, rituals, and ceremonies; calendars and cycles; songs, hymns, and chants; and clothing and tools. A directory of spells?including love, health and healing, career, friends and family, spiritual work, and protection. Walk through the door and into the world of witchcraft with this beginner?s guide.

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Book SynopsisMake your next party extra magical with this superb collection of delicious drinks, delectable potions, and exciting elixirs.Turn your bar into an altar with these delightful recipes, including drinks to foster wealth, love brews, and high holiday concoctions, as well as classic cocktails with a splash of sorcery and mystical mocktails. Cleanse your aura with a Mystic Hibiscus and Blackcurrant Mojito, sip a Pumpkin Spice Prosperity Coffee, and conjure up love with Enchanted Martinis for Two. You can even consult the Astrological Cocktail Guide to find the perfect beverage for your star sign! Featuring inspiring photography of drinks, potions, and garnishes, this unique approach to crafting cocktails using the craft of Wicca from bestselling author Cerridwen Greenleaf will ensure many enchanted evenings.

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Book Synopsis'Jennet Preston lies heavy upon me', cried Thomas Lister on his deathbed. We are told that his corpse bled when she touched it...and Jennet was convicted of witchcraft. Was there really a satanic coven on Pendle side? Or was Jennet framed by Lister's son? And were the other 'witches' actually caught up in a much broader and more disturbing pattern of religious persecution? Jonathan Lumby presents a remarkable series of new insights. By placing the events in their wider European context, he explains far more satisfactorily than ever before exactly why these disturbing events occurred.Trade Review'... this book comes as a complete revelation ... Jonathan Lumby has done himself proud. This is a fascinating book, well written, and is above all a highly intriguing read.'

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Book SynopsisBanish bad energy, ward off unpleasant people, and defend your belongings, your spirit and your space with this spellbook focused specifically on protection.In our modern world there is a lot to worry about, from the global-scale—climate change, political uncertainty—to the personal—a toxic ex, cyber bulling. Spellcrafting can help you find comfort in a stressful world. This book will give you the tools to take charge of defending yourself in both energy and physicality. With over 100 spells for protection and defense, and a glossary of protective symbols, stones, and other objects to keep on hand, this book can help you cleanse your room and cast out old negative energies, put a protective and peace-preserving bubble around yourself as you ride the bus, deflect grumpiness and negativity from people you work with—and so much more!Trade Review"The cover design is very pretty. The book gives an introduction on spell crafting and then covers spells for body and spirit, house and home, family and friends and out and about. The last section covers rituals and protective objects. Very comprehensive with some really interesting spells." —The Kitchen Witch"The key to any good spell book is to be able to find exactly what I'm looking for quickly. The author makes it easy for me to find purification spells, cord magic and much more with the full index in the back. I would highly recommend adding this book to your standard witchy library. I believe you won't be disappointed." —Confessions of a Modern Witch"This is a fun book, as well as educational, and offers something for just about any life situation." —New Spirit Journal"If she loves astrology and magic, she'll be obsessed with this new spell book from Arin Murphy-Hiscock that focuses on clearing negative energy, protecting your space, and harnessing power." —Marie Claire"Arin Murphy-Hiscock has a truly impressive body of work on spell craft and witchery. Chances are least one of her books is an integral part of your personal library. The Way of the Hedge Witch: Rituals and Spells for Hearth and Home and The Green Witch: Your Complete Guide to the Natural Magic of Herbs, Flowers, Essential Oils, and More not only grace the shelves of many readers but the aesthetically-pleasing covers pop up all over Instagram. Her books are truly objects of beauty and knowledge." —Luna Luna"The newly released Protection Spells by Arin Murphy-Hiscock addresses one of the most important areas of Magic today. Without adequate protection, Witches and other Psychic practitioners leave themselves open to unnecessary harm and chaos. This book contains over 100 different spells for defense and protection, so there is something here for just about everyone." —Patheos"Strikingly beautiful… you will not be disappointed." —Pagan Pages“Filled with everything you need to begin the art of spellcrafing … timely and exceptionally relevant.” —The Magickal Pen“Helpful… The information is solid and while it is geared toward beginners, any experienced Witch will find the information useful for more advanced workings.” —Patheos“A nice reference… very accessible.” —Facing North

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Book SynopsisEmbrace the power of the modern witching hour and unearth your magick with this stunning beginner's guide to witchcraft for wellbeing. Bought to you by the author of Natural Magick, The Witch of the Forest, learn about all new areas of witchcraft not yet covered in the series, and discover how you can use Earth Magick to keep yourself grounded in the 21st century.Trade Review"An ideal and comprehensive introduction to Earth Magick...A veritable compendium of magick lore and practices that should be a part of any serious metaphysical studies instructional reference collections and reading lists readers with an interest in the subject." * Midwest Book Review *

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Book SynopsisThe authors of the bestselling Wiccapedia and creators of the successful Modern-Day Witch series provide the ultimate guide to self-care witchcraft holistically tapping into the magick of nature and the elements to care for your body, mind, and spirit. This in-depth guide helps you harness nature's magick to soothe and calm your body and soul. Topics include giving your life a magickal spring clean from cleansing your aura and chakras to smudging away negative energies; casting spells for harmony, good sleep, and protection; blending magickal herbs to use in rituals, with an A Z directory of herbs and flowers; potions, lotions, and oils to pamper the soul and promote self-love; magickal affirmations for your beauty routine; spiritual self-care, from practicing gratitude to calming your senses with aromatherapy; magickal meditation; and house and garden magick to create a peaceful home environment.

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate book of authentic lunar ceremonies, spells, mythos and science, The Enchanted Moon will transform and inspire you. The alchemy of lunar science will show you how moon cycles work for magic, balance, health and self-realisation and about how both ancient and modern rituals will help you get the most power from those cycles. Also included are authentic meditations or spells for every one of the 28 phases of the moon, crystal suggestions for each moon phase, gardening by the moon guidelines and a handy 15-year chart of full, dark and new moons for easy reference. Let the beliefs of the goddesses, gods and sacred animals of the moon guide you towards a better life. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced practitioner, this moonlit book is for you. Created by Stacey Demarco, respected witch, pagan educator and author of the best-selling annual lunar and seasonal diaries for both hemispheres (now in their 12th editions), this is a truly original and genuine handbook for those who love to be moonstruck.

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Book SynopsisCatalog and track the various herbs, flowers, and plants you’re growing in your magical space and how you intend to use them in your witchcraft practice with this companion journal to The Green Witch’s Garden. Every green thumb needs a place to write their garden secrets, even green witches! A green witch embraces the power of nature, draws energy from the Earth and the Universe, and relies on stones, plants, flowers, and herbs for healing. With The Green Witch’s Garden Journal, you can record all of your garden progress and secrets, making a log of how you’ve cultivated your magical space. With easy checklists, garden grids, and template pages, you will easily be able to keep a magical record of what you’ve planted, when it’s bloomed, how much water and light it needs, what it’s magical use is, and more. Your witchcraft practice has never been greener!Trade Review"Perfect for any witch that currently grows a garden or is looking to start one of their own in the future." —Flying the Hedge

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Book SynopsisFrom the author and illustrator of the bestselling The Witch of the Forest’s Guide to… series, the Tarot Magick Deck is the ultimate tarot deck for modern mystics.

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Book SynopsisDiscover magical solutions to cope with whatever life throws your way in this fun self-help guide to invoking your inner power.Self-help is hard (and therapy is expensive!), but magic makes it easier than ever. In Witchcraft Therapy, you will learn how to use the mystical powers of intention, mindful manifestation, divination, and righteous indignation to cope with whatever life throws your way. Author and witchy wellness guru Mandi Em offers advice in her own unique brand of positivity providing spells, rituals, and more that you can do right at home. Complete with wisdom like “Remember that ‘f*ck off’ is a banishing spell,” Witchcraft Therapy will have you feeling more empowered and liberated than ever.Trade Review"Fun, upbeat and friendly." —Reader's Digest“The self-help book you didn’t know you needed.” —Bust“One read will never be enough.” —Witch with Me

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Book Synopsis ?In her much-needed and brilliantYear of the Witch,Temperance Alden guides readers to observe their own land, celestial cycles, seasonal cycles, and even their own biological cycles to inform their magickal year.?-- Mat Auryn, author of Psychic Witch: A Metaphysical Guide to Meditation, Magick, and Manifestation When we think of the wheel of the year, the Wiccan wheel with its celebrations of the Yule, Beltane, Mabon, and Samhain come to mind. But what about a wheel of the year for the rest of us pagans and witches? As a witch living in sunny South Florida, longtime hereditary witch Temperance Alden has often felt at odds gearing up to celebrate Yule, for example, when it is 76 degrees and sunny outside.Year of the Witch will help readers create their own intuitive practices in harmony with the climate, culture, and local spirits where they live. It?s of interest to witches coming off the Wiccan path and looking for a more personal approach to celebrating the rhythms of nature. Year of the Witch covers all aspects of this new, seasonal practice: The origins of the neo-pagan wheel of the year and why it is still so relevant today Culture, historical facts, and traditions associated with the major ceremonies Basic principles of land-based magick How to intuitively connect to the nature below your feet and the local gods Being a custodian to the land and its impact on our spiritual practice

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate guide to modern magic and how to use it.Mama Moon, a.k.a. eclectic witch and bohemian entrepreneur Semra Haksever, is back with her third book of magic for the modern world. Inside her most comprehensive magical handbook yet, find spells to enhance every part of daily life – from work to health, friendship to romantic love – together with seasonal spells to help you navigate full moons, equinoxes and solstices. Plus all the info on how to troubleshoot spells, perform daily rituals, bless candles, and activate your crystals. Alongside spells, Mama Moon also includes information on how to manifest magical intentions, create vision boards, read tarot from a deck of playing cards, and learn the basics of palmistry. Also featured are recipes for lotions and body oils to revive an inner spiritual goddess or warrior, depending on what life demands on the day.

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Book SynopsisLearn your craft, cast the spells and watch your life become magickal. 10-year anniversary edition with an updated introduction. Finally, a book of spells to empower you! Spellbound is about connecting you to the magick inside you and activating this transformative power. Come on a mystical journey with Australia's most loved and respected witch, Lucy Cavendish, as she takes you into the secret world of spellcasting. Learn the history of spells, how and why spells work, magickal symbols to use in your spells, how to dress magickally and the rules of spellcasting.

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Book SynopsisEmpower yourself by connecting to the five elements through meditation, breathwork, tarot, crystals, rituals, and journalingIt's the new age of enlightenment, and more and more people are embracing witchcraft and other spiritual practices to tap into their inner strength and resilience, while aligning with something larger than themselves. The tools that Gabriela Herstik offers in Bewitching the Elements will help you connect to the universe and your inner light.Through earth, learn how to ground and create compassionate boundaries.Through air, harness the breath, balance the body, and find presence in the moment.Through fire, embody passion, burning away what no longer serves you, and learn to constructively work with anger.Through water, explore your emotional depths and come back to the heart.Through spirit, connect to your own sense of power, embracing all of the lessons of the elements.Committing to a path that serv

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of Practical Magic comes an essential guide to cultivating magical self-sufficiency and enchanted resilience through spell work, gardening, herbal remedies, and more. Whether we live on a farm or in a high rise, we can always create a life that is entwined with the natural world. A homestead is not a log cabin or a hermitage out in the woods — it is a way of being, a life lived with the intention of returning to our roots and tapping into the essential elements of fire, water, air, and earth. And a homesteading witch isn't just a person who lives atop a beautiful mountain, but anyone who understands that by harnessing and honoring these elements you can create whatever it is that you need.The Witchy Homestead is your guide to finding, creating, and living this essential magic. It is a comforting companion as you build a wellspring of magical self-sufficiency, and a seasoned teacher as you cultivate enchanted resilience. Through this book, author Nikki Van De Car will offer magically-tinged suggestions for growing or finding your own food regardless of where you live, engaging in natural healing practices, connecting to the ancient magic of the world around you, and for protecting all that you have created.  

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Book SynopsisNo matter where you live, natural resources are all around you. These pieces of nature hold inherent properties-and inherent magic-that could be useful to you, and they are often hiding in plain sight. In this book, divided into chapters by season, you''ll find:* Tips for foraging correctly, mindfully, and sustainably* Instructions for teas, balms, decoctions, and other herbal remedies made out of foraged ingredients and materials* Wildcrafts for rituals that usher in the new season, inspired by mystical folk practices around the world And more!With practical advice for novice foragers and sidebars on how different cultures have connected with the greatest mystic of all, Mother Earth, Enchanted Foraging explores plants and their various uses not just for consumption but for their intrinsic value. Readers will come away with a more complete knowledge of, and appreciation for, the world that lies just beyond their doors--its abundance, hidde

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Book SynopsisA complete introduction to modern magic and witchcraft with spells and incantations for love, happiness, and success.The Practical Witch''s Spell Book is an enchanting handbook for anyone with a penchant for the magical and who wants to add joy to their daily life. To practice witchcraft is to be purposeful whether it''s to help heal, bring about prosperity, imbue your home with positivity, or even to fall in love. To be a practical witch is to tap into an inner place of intention, energy, and magic to bring about positive change in your life and those of your loved ones. With life''s increasingly frenetic pace, a magical approach to living is more important now than ever.In this must-have guide for spell-casters of all levels you will find hundreds of spells, blessings, and incantations for love and romance, contentment and happiness, success and prosperity, health and healing, work and vocation, and money and wealth, all to enrich your mind and sp

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