Today I'm reviewing The Practical Witch's Spell book for Love, Happiness and Success by Cerridwen Greenleaf.
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Generally I like to start out with a disclaimer. I am an atheist witch. I look for the connection between magic and science without the need for a deity. I receive no compensation for these reviews and all my links are standard Amazon links and not affiliate links. I am a practicing photo reader and have spent the last 13 years honing my craft. I offer personal readings by request and have a strong online history that boasts nearly 400,000 views.
As normal I'm going to start out with a review of the physical book. I'm one of those people who enjoy picking up a book and flipping through the pages. E-books such as books in PDF or Kindle books just don't give me the same enjoyment as I get from holding a printed/bound book in my hands. This book is solid. It is a hard cover with vibrant printing on the outside that entices the reader to open the cover. The interior features a lot of illustrative art and is whimsical in nature. It also boasts of two full index pages, front and back allowing the reader to keep this book in hand for reference.
The author also added an appendix in this book which is critical for reference, in my opinion. This includes several tables on correspondences, full moon names and even a section on the Pythangorean system of numbering.
This book is chock full of information that I believe every witch will benefit from. If you are an experienced witch and would like a fresh look at some of our old favorites or if you're a new comer to the craft, this book is for you. It is written very simply in plain English for the novice to understand.
I loved the way the author presented the magical tips in Chapter 6 - House Magic for a Happy Home. There are several spells here for house cleansing as well as house warming. Often I sent rosemary and lavender as house warming gifts to friends and family. I am happy to see these simple spells and chants used in this book. There's even a spell to remove a haunting! By far my favorite is the Bucks of Joy Floor Wash which includes the following spell:
Another sections I enjoyed was Chapter 9 - Pagan Parties and Sacred Sabbats. Those of you who follow me regularly will not be surprised by that choice.
Autumn is my favorite time of year and by far one of my favorite chapters in this book is called Lammas Day Feast, Harvesting Your Happiness. The author gives us a look at what Lammas is from a symbolic point of view and then adds some practical witchy tips including this wonderful chant.
The author takes us on a journey from a five minute blade blessing to celebrating pagan sabbats. There are rituals and spells as well as a great index with correspondences and tables to make your magical life easier. I think over all this is a great book for your magical library.
So now for the giveaway! This giveaway will run for a week. You are welcome to tweet each day to get extra points for the giveaway. I'll make the drawing at the end of the week and contact the winner via email. The winner will have 24 hours to reply to my email. If they do not reply with in the specified time, I will chose another winner.
If you cannot enter in the Rafflecopter link below you can also enter on my Facebook Page.
1 copy of The Practical Witch's Spell Book
1 Practical Magic Mini Book with Crystals
1 Set of blank note cards
1 Set of blank note books
Here are some pics of the items you could win!
Please note, due to rising postal fees, I cannot ship internationally. This is open to continental USA only.
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Author Links - Middle Earth Magic
Author Links - Your Magical Home
Amazon Book Link
Amazon Author Link
Good Reads Book Link
Good Reads Author Link
My Good Reads Profile
My Facebook Page
Generally I like to start out with a disclaimer. I am an atheist witch. I look for the connection between magic and science without the need for a deity. I receive no compensation for these reviews and all my links are standard Amazon links and not affiliate links. I am a practicing photo reader and have spent the last 13 years honing my craft. I offer personal readings by request and have a strong online history that boasts nearly 400,000 views.
As normal I'm going to start out with a review of the physical book. I'm one of those people who enjoy picking up a book and flipping through the pages. E-books such as books in PDF or Kindle books just don't give me the same enjoyment as I get from holding a printed/bound book in my hands. This book is solid. It is a hard cover with vibrant printing on the outside that entices the reader to open the cover. The interior features a lot of illustrative art and is whimsical in nature. It also boasts of two full index pages, front and back allowing the reader to keep this book in hand for reference.
The author also added an appendix in this book which is critical for reference, in my opinion. This includes several tables on correspondences, full moon names and even a section on the Pythangorean system of numbering.
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| Photo Credit - Renee Sosanna Olson Photo Source - The Practical Witch's Spell Book |
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| Photo Credit - Renee Sosanna Olson Photo Source - The Practical Witch's Spell Book |
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| Photo Credit - Renee Sosanna Olson Photo Source - The Practical Witch's Spell Book |
This book is chock full of information that I believe every witch will benefit from. If you are an experienced witch and would like a fresh look at some of our old favorites or if you're a new comer to the craft, this book is for you. It is written very simply in plain English for the novice to understand.
I loved the way the author presented the magical tips in Chapter 6 - House Magic for a Happy Home. There are several spells here for house cleansing as well as house warming. Often I sent rosemary and lavender as house warming gifts to friends and family. I am happy to see these simple spells and chants used in this book. There's even a spell to remove a haunting! By far my favorite is the Bucks of Joy Floor Wash which includes the following spell:
Only joy is welcome here, no fear and doubt.
Spirits ill and energy dark, I cast you out!
sadness, anger, illness and doubt, I cast you out!
Welcome contentment and glee; this home is now happy and free.
Blessing to all who enter here.
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| Photo Credit - Renee Sosanna Olson Photo Source - The Practical Witch's Spell Book |
Another sections I enjoyed was Chapter 9 - Pagan Parties and Sacred Sabbats. Those of you who follow me regularly will not be surprised by that choice.
Autumn is my favorite time of year and by far one of my favorite chapters in this book is called Lammas Day Feast, Harvesting Your Happiness. The author gives us a look at what Lammas is from a symbolic point of view and then adds some practical witchy tips including this wonderful chant.
O, ancient Lugh of the fields and farms,
We invite you here with open arms.
In this place between worlds, in flowering fields of hay,
You have brought the blessings we receive this Lammas Day.
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| Photo Credit - Renee Sosanna Olson Photo Source - The Practical Witch's Spell Book |
The author takes us on a journey from a five minute blade blessing to celebrating pagan sabbats. There are rituals and spells as well as a great index with correspondences and tables to make your magical life easier. I think over all this is a great book for your magical library.
So now for the giveaway! This giveaway will run for a week. You are welcome to tweet each day to get extra points for the giveaway. I'll make the drawing at the end of the week and contact the winner via email. The winner will have 24 hours to reply to my email. If they do not reply with in the specified time, I will chose another winner.
If you cannot enter in the Rafflecopter link below you can also enter on my Facebook Page.
1 copy of The Practical Witch's Spell Book
1 Practical Magic Mini Book with Crystals
1 Set of blank note cards
1 Set of blank note books
Here are some pics of the items you could win!
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| Photo Credit - Renee Sosanna Olson Photo Source - The Practical Witch's Spell Book |
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| Photo Credit - Renee Sosanna Olson Photo Source - The Practical Witch's Spell Book |
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| Photo Credit - Renee Sosanna Olson Photo Source - The Practical Witch's Spell Book |
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| Photo Credit - Renee Sosanna Olson Photo Source - The Practical Witch's Spell Book |
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| Photo Credit - Renee Sosanna Olson Photo Source - The Practical Witch's Spell Book |
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| Photo Credit - Renee Sosanna Olson Photo Source - The Practical Witch's Spell Book |
Please note, due to rising postal fees, I cannot ship internationally. This is open to continental USA only.
a Rafflecopter giveaway
Free shipping to lower 48 only, US Only, Void where prohibited. Facebook, Rafflecopter, Twitter and Blogger are in no way affiliated with this offer.
Please note this are advanced copies of these books in some cases provided by the media publishing company for reviews.
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