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Forty years after satanic panic first gripped the United States, witchcraft is one of the fastest growing spiritual practices in the country. If you’re looking to get into witchcraft or just want to dig deeper into your budding practice, let this list of spell books guide you.
Once dubbed “the perfect religion for liberal millennials,” witchcraft is not a monolith. The term covers everything from Wicca and New Age movements to closed practices – such as Hoodoo and brujería – so there is a parcel of ground to cover here. We have put together a list of books below that are mostly not specific to tradition, but there are a few titles, such as that by Lorraine Monteagut Brujas and Abiola Abrams’ Initiation to the African goddess, chosen specifically for practitioners of magic from marginalized communities.
Whether you’re coming to magic via WitchTok or the recent Witch Book Harvest, there’s something for you listed below. Here, the best spell books to buy at your local bookstore.
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The spellbook for new witches: essential spells to change your life
Newcomers to witchcraft would do well to take a look at Ambrosia Hawthorn The spellbook for new witches. Featuring spells of trust, wealth, romance, and more, Hawthorn’s Little Tome is a great entry point.
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Buckland’s Complete Book of Witchcraft
A door stopper of nearly 700 pages, Buckland’s Complete Book of Witchcraft is a complete classic of Wiccan literature, celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2021.
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Brujas: The magic and power of colored witches
In Brujas, Cuban-Colombian author Lorraine Monteagut explores the life and experiences of BIPOC witches who reclaim ancestral traditions from their modern practices.
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Initiation of the African goddess: sacred rituals for self-love, prosperity and joy
A Spiritual Guide for Women in the African Diaspora, Abiola Abrams’ Initiation to the African goddess contains intimate self-care rituals from across the continent.
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The Green Witch: Your Complete Guide to the Natural Magic of Herbs, Flowers, Essential Oils and More
Green Witchcraft focuses on nature and its blessings, incorporating herbs, crystals, and more into a holistic practice that celebrates life and living things. by Arin Murphy-Hiscock The green witch is the perfect starting point for anyone interested in green witchcraft.
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1001 spells: the complete book of spells for all uses
If you want to focus uniquely on Spellcraft, there is Cassandra Eason 1001 spells, which contains practical instructions for every possible scenario, in all possible aspects of your life.
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City Witchery: Accessible Rituals, Practices, and Prompts for Conjuring and Creation in a Magical Metropolis
Caught up in the hustle and bustle of city life? Discover Lisa Marie Basile City witchcraft, which will help you forge your own path to spiritual satisfaction, even in the midst of a concrete jungle.
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Love Magic: Over 250 magic spells and potions to get it, keep it and make it last
Are you looking for a little magic spark to help your love life? Lilith dorsey Love Magic contains 250 spells that address all aspects of romance, including fun, seduction and harmony.
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Practical magic for beginners: exercises, rituals and spells for the new mystic
If you’re not sure where to start with spell-making, check out Maggie Haseman Practical magic for beginners, which includes information about chakras, auras, spirit guides, divination rituals, and more.
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Psychic Witch: A Metaphysical Guide to Meditation, Magic, and Manifestation
Professional medium and Witches & Pagans Magazine columnist Mat Auryn is coming Psychic witch, a beginner’s guide to energy manipulation.
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The House Witch: Your Complete Guide to Creating Magical Space with Home and Home Rituals and Spells
Another track from Murphy-Hiscock, The witch of the house helps you bring magic to every corner of your home. If you are passionate about hygge, you will be passionate about this book.
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Crystals for Beginners: The Guide to Getting Started with the Healing Power of Crystals
Crystals – they’re everywhere! Whether you want to learn how to use crystals in your practice or just want to know which shiny stones to keep around the house, Karen Frazier Crystals for beginners is a great place to start.
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Cunningham’s Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs
Last, but not least, there is Cunningham’s Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs. If your witchcraft book collection needs a comprehensive guide to plant life, get this one ASAP.
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