Alternative belief systems Books

A practical, modern-day exploration of one of the oldest, most universal, and storied forms of folk magic.The 'evil eye' is rich with cultural anecdotes and traditions, mystical lore, and modern concepts. This book takes a deep dive...

A thoughtful, accessible, hands-on guide to the increasingly popular practice of candle magic.For centuries, people have used candles to light their homes and brighten their lives. Candles have been used in churches, temples, and religious ceremonies all...

The Empress tarot card is the key to understanding how creative expression is the foundation of true self-care. Our authentic self, this abundant space, is not something we go find-it's something we create. Lessons from the Empress will guide you on an...

Finding the Fool is a tarot resource and study guide that goes beyond standardised, traditional interpretations, opening the door for readers of all genders, identities, and experience levels to build a unique and personal relationship with the cards...

The definitive guide to Hoodoo plant magic.Hoodoo Herbal contains detailed information on dozens of roots and herbs. Conjure tends to be accessible, practical, low-cost magic, and this is reflected in the herbal.For example, snake plant (Dracaena...

An inspired herbal guide to natural living with ancient techniques, remedies, and rituals from around the world centered on the rhythms of the seasons.The changing of the seasons is magickal-green leaves transforming into browns and golds, snow melting...

"The most original and probably the most important writer on Magick since Aleister Crowley."-Robert Anton Wilson, author of thePrometheus Risingand other worksPeter Carroll's classic work has been profound influence on the Western magical world and on...

Historically, Hoodoo was the magic of the disenfranchised, marginalised, and vulnerable. It was born of the need to obtain justice, power, and protection, as these were not typically naturally forthcoming. The ancestors and earliest practitioners of...

Throughout history, humans have sought power and knowledge from spirits. Learning how to conjure, communicate, and negotiate with these unseen powers is one of the keys to success in magic.Consorting with Spiritspresents a detailed explanation of what...

Awaken your own innate creative potential by using pendulum work to clear energetic blocks.The Creative Pendulum demonstrates how to use the pendulum to unlock your inner artist, allowing you to discover or expand your creative potential.Dowsing with a...

A concise guide to the history, theory, and practice of alchemy (the "great work")-the art of working with the energies of nature for spiritual development, healing, and transformation.Alchemy is a means of understanding and working in concert with the...

A practical, hands-on guide for using tarot to connect with your ancestors and gain access to their insights for healing, self-protection, and personal powers. With a tarot deck in hand, readers will learn how to identify and access ancestral gifts,...

Highlights the feminine origin of the runes in the context of an immersive course in rune practice.Using inquiry and original translations alongside traditional rune poems and sacred art, Wild Soul Runes invites readers to develop their own wisdom...

Rituals, prayers, and songs to bring the wisdom of the gods and goddesses of ancient Egypt to life.Based on Ellen Cannon Reed's twenty-five years of work with deities of ancient Egypt, this book brings an ancient tradition to modern pagan practice. With...

In this "great starting point for those hoping to practice Appalachian folk magic" (Publishers Weekly), conjure man Jake Richards shares the root work practices and traditional magic he learned from his family as he grew up in the hills and hollers of...

A new edition of an occult classic, which includes a new introduction by Mary K. Greer, author of Women of the Golden Dawn, and a new afterword with excerpts from rarely seen documents by Fortune herself describing how the book came about.After finding...

Apractical guide to the famed medieval book of pre-kabbalistic Jewish magic, freshly interpreted and revealed for the first time with instructions on how to use the spells.The Sword of Moses is one of the earliest Jewish magic books, which describes a...

"As evident through the pages of this book, Snow holds a vision for the queer aspirant who hears the call to witchery, to find healing, empowerment, strength, and pride through their craft. Through creative and unique journal prompts, introspection,...

A classic of practical magic that presents witchcraft as a life-affirming spiritual path-from one of the grand dames of witchcraft.Marion Weinstein was one of the founders of modern-day witchcraft. Personal Magic is her book of shadows, what they used to...

Brings the history of these gods and goddesses to life, along with visualizations, rituals, and exercises to help make them part of the reader's spiritual practice.Figures like Brigid, Cernunnos, Rhiannon, and the Morrigan are honored for their magic,...

Learn the myths and legends behind this beloved goddess plus practices and suggestions for making Hekate part of your spiritual path. Courtney Weber (author of Brigid and The Morrigan) offers an informed, accessible journey through the lore and history...

An exquisite tarot deck that honors our diversity with imagery that is nonbinary and inclusive of race and sexual orientation."With vivid elegant images from varied cultures and traditions, The Uncommon Tarot brings the traditional tarot scenes to life...

Tap into your "sixth sense" and become a better, more confident tarot reader. Most all tarot books present card-by-card interpretations as well as an instruction on how to read spreads. This book takes the next logical step inward by presenting the art...

"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...

An in-depth exploration of the elements, their lore, history, correspondences, and use in spellwork and ritual.The four elements are the pillars that uphold the manifest world and anchor spirit to matter. They are associated with a wide range of...

Reconnect with the natural world using the magick of the five elements of earth, air, water, fire, and spirit-written by one of the grand dames of witchcraft and magick.For more than a thousand years, alchemists and magicians have worked with the four...

"A transcendent travelogue that guides readers through the history, places, and people of several of the many witch hunts and how their legacy continues to impact us today." -Pam Grossman, author of Waking the Witch: Reflections on Women, Magic, and...

Magical tips and techniques for keeping negative people and harmful forces at bay so you can take control of your destiny and live your best life.Does your house feel a little wonky? Is someone giving you the evil eye? Are you just having a run of bad...

Protect yourself (and maybe indulge in a little payback) with practical instructions from one of the most beloved figures of Wicca and the Neo-Pagan movement."Utterly Wicked is one of the most important books I own and one that every serious witch and...

An original, beautifully produced work that explores the 'star demons' and their correspondences in magic and astrology as revealed in the medieval grimoires and classical esoteric texts.Includes:A translucent, velum dust...

"A rare gem. One of the only magical self-help books that is beautiful, moral, and wise. Marion's methods of working have greatly influenced my life." -Margot Adler, author of Drawing Down the Moon"Written by one of America's Witch elders, this revised...

The life and work of the legendary "Pope of Voodoo," Marie Laveau-a free woman of color who practically ruled New Orleans in the mid-1800sMarie Laveau may be the most influential American practitioner of the magical arts; certainly, she is among the most...

"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...

A delightful in-depth guide to the divination practices of conjure from the beloved author of Old Style Conjure and other booksIn Divination Conjure Style Starr Casas shares the secrets of conjure-style divination that she learned at home and that, until...

A complete beginner's course with step-by-step lessons on how to work with tarot cards for personal guidance.Joan Bunning's "Learning the Tarot-An Online Course" has helped hundreds of thousands of people worldwide discover the personal value of the...

In Backwoods Witchcraft, Jake Richards offers up a folksy stew of family stories, lore, omens, rituals, and conjure crafts that he learned from his great-grandmother, his grandmother, and his grandfather, a Baptist minister who Jake remembers could "rid...

Explores the roots of witchcraft while providing an integrated magical system to serve the modern witchRaven Grimassi is among the pioneering authors of the modern witchcraft renaissance. In What We Knew in the Night, he presents a cohesive and complete...

Steeped in tradition--"Those of us who call ourselves Pagan owe a debt to all those who came before us"--and based on more than a quarter century of research and practice, A Book of Pagan Prayer teaches us to pray in the ways of our ancestors for very...

An accessible in-depth guide to Celtic water lore, including spells, rituals, water spirits, and merfolkLet Annwyn Avalon, a practicing water witch herself, take you into the world of water magic. The water magic and lore in this book focuses on the...

"The book returns the Craft to its primordial forces-animism, baneful plants, folk magic, ecstasy, and hedge-witchery-without gatekeeping, armchair pseudo-academia, or pretension."-Mat Auryn, author of Psychic WitchRegional traditional witchcraft is an...

Here is the first contemporary guide to the transformative powers of essential oils for use in spellcraft and the cultivation of ritual power. From rose-scented rosaries to the lingering aroma of frankincense, and the cleansing energy of white sage, Amy...

Originally published in 2003, Understanding Aleister Crowley's Thoth Tarot has proved to be the essential guide to accessing the unique symbolism and meaning of Aleister Crowley's remarkable tarot deck along with the deeply textured artwork of Lady...

"Starr Casas is the real deal. Anyone seeking to comprehend conjure and benefit from its powerful magic would do well to read Old Style Conjure."-Judika Illes, author of Encyclopedia of 5,000 Spells and many other booksFeaturing rituals, spells, and home...

Charm bags, also known as mojo bags and gris-gris bags, may be the most popular style of amulet or talisman in the world today. Around the globe, they are crafted by people from many cultures and spiritual traditions and are created for many purposes...

Italian Folk Magic is a fascinating journey through the magical, folkloric, and healing traditions of Italy with an emphasis on the practical. The reader learns uniquely Italian methods of magical protection and divination and spells for love, sex,...

"A god for the ages, Odin's veneration remains vital and active. Paxson provides songs, rituals, magical exercises, and practical advice to help you develop your own personal relationship with the Lord of Runes. Highly recommended." -Judika Illes, author...

Harold Roth is a leading authority on plant/herbal magic. His new book, The Witching Herbs, is an in-depth exploration of 13 essential plants and herbs most closely associated with witchcraft--13 because it's the witching number and reflects the 13...

Explore the realm of the ancestors with author and Pagan scholar Raven Grimassi. In this fascinating and far-ranging guide, you will learn practices and rituals both ancient and new for communing with the ancestors, specifically: How to build shrines and...