Since we have put up these webpages, we have had many requests
from people about practicing witchcraft. The most difficult
requests have been from folks who know very little or know just
enough to know that they want to learn more. Paganism is such
a large area of study and with so many new books to chose from,
what is a novice to do?
Since at the heart of most witchy homes is a treasure-trove
of books, we thought that we would post our list of favorites.
Most of these books can be acquired through Amazon.com. And
if you go there through our links, you will be helping us out
financially to maintain these pages. However, every one of these
books we own and use ourselves and think that they should be
part of any witch's library - regardless of whether you get
them through Amazon or through your local bookstore! We still
recommend them!
This is a fabulous book for those who already are in covens
and invaluable for those who want to start one. Judy Harrow
is not only a High Priestess, but she is a professional
counselor, with terrific insights into group and individual
dynamics. Not a fluffy book.
If you are interested in the Dianic (feminist) craft view,
this book has some good information. It is laid out by month,
and so can be a helpful guide to spiritual self-help for
the entire year.
Wonderful book for beginner and advanced practitioner alike.
Worthwhile for the exercises alone! The new 20th Annversary
edition was just published! While this book could now be
considered a "classic," it is just as relevant
today as when it was first published.
Not for the beginner. This is mainly Alexandrian/Gardenarian
witchcraft and is based on coven practice. However, it is
is a classic that every witch should read. Don't be intimidated
by it!
It has good visualizations, and her perspective on Wicca
is not quite mainstream, giving people a chance to read
about something that hasn't been regurgitated a million
times.
Gives a nine-fold perspective on Goddess archetypes. You
will never think of the Goddess in exactly the same way.
Unfortunately, it too has gone out of print. Look for it
in the used bookstores, on-line auctions or at Amazon.
Absolute must have - along with the partner book. The book
looks at various God archetypes, and then has a number of
indepth chapters on specific Gods, each with a ritual at
the end of the chapter. The last section of the book is
the most complete listing of God names that I have ever
seen.
Absolute must have - along with the partner book. The book
looks at various Goddess archetypes, and then has a number
of indepth chapters on specific Goddesses, each with a ritual
at the end of the chapter. The last section of the book
is the most complete listing of Goddess names that I have
ever seen.
A wonderful book written by many Pagan folks who have
had to deal with the issues of death and dying. A really
great book! The coven actually read this together and
discussed it chapter by chapter. Since all of us must
deal with the issues of dying and grieving, everyone should
have this book in their library. If you don't have it,
get it!
Originally titled, The Magic in Food: Legends, Lore
and Spellwork, it has been out of print for a number
of years. Now it's back with a whole new title. Good reference
book with a guide to the magickal uses of food.
A lot of ideas for projects and spell crafts - just like
the title says! It is good because it will give you lots
of different ideas for doing various magickal crafts. Even
if the ones in the book aren't exactly what you
need, they can inspire you to create spell crafts of your
own.
The ultimate in Pagan History. While it can be a bit dry,
you won't find any better information about how the Pagan
religious movement developed in the U.S. Margot Adler is
an NPR correspondent and is involved with CUUPS.
A great book which debunks the 9 million witches burned
during the inquisition figure. Every witch should read this
so that they can talk intelligently about this terrible
event.
THE book to own if you are interested in Shamanism. It
contains information on how to journey, as well as interesting
anthropological/sociological data from around the world.
A wonderful children's book. Want to get something special
for the Pagan or non-Pagan kid? Get this book. Their parents
will love it.
The
Storyteller's Goddess : Tales of the Goddess and Her Wisdom
from Around the World
by Carolyn McVickar Edwards
This book has been a wonderful resource for Goddess
stories over the years. You will find this to be a good
resouce for many rituals. It was in print, out of print,
in print and now, sadly back out of print. However, you
can still find used copies at Amazon.
Out of Print
Sun
Stories : Tales from Around the World to Illuminate
the Days and Nights of Our Lives
by Carolyn McVickar Edwards
Another good book - but now it is out-of-print. Oh well,
you can always check out the local used bookstore. (Not
to mention all of those on-line auctions!)
