Magick Matters

“Magical Knowledge I: Foundations: the Lone Practitioner” by Josephine McCarthy

"Foundations: The Lone Practitioner is the first book of the Magical Knowledge trilogy, a series that takes the reader through the twists and turns of serious magical study and practice. Written by Josephine McCarthy, one of the world’s leading magical adepts, Foundations provides a basic training in the necessary skills, contacts, and foundational practices for lone practitioners studying Western magic. She also details some of the rarely tackled issues and problems that face the serious student of magic, offering advice and reflections based on her forty years of practical work. This book follows no specific magical path; rather it reveals the layers of consciousness that lie beneath many paths, along with the various techniques, powers,...>>

“The Exorcist’s Handbook” by Josephine McCarthy (3rd edition)

"The Exorcist’s Handbook is a rare peek into practicalities of occult exorcism written by Josephine McCarthy, one of the worlds leading occult exorcists. The subject matter is approached in a clear, practical, and humorous way, and leads the serious occultist through the issues, concepts, approaches, and tools necessary for such endeavours. Unfettered by religious dogma, The Exorcist’s Handbook cuts through the fog of confusion that abounds in such a difficult and complex subject and gets straight to the nuts and bolts of such thorny issues as parasites, the removal of curses, death work, and the types of beings that an exorcist may encounter. The Exorcist’s Handbook also delves into issues such as self-protection, self-maintenance, and...>>

“The Work of the Hierophant” by Josephine McCarthy (better rip)

"'The Work of the Hierophant' covers methods of reaching for inner magical lines of contact and power, and how to bring them through into initiatory/consecrated lines. The book also looks in depth at the methods of building the inner temple and the egregore. The techniques in this book explore alternative ways for the Hierophant/Magus/Magister to approach the inception and development of a fully contacted magical lodge. The structure behind the magical technique is looked at, and approached in a way that is more harmonious with our 21st century consciousness."...>>

“Sacred Energies of the Sun and Moon: Shamanic Rites of Curanderismo” by Erika Buenaflor

"Ancient Mesoamerican shamans and modern practitioners of curanderismo--a Latin American shamanic healing practice--divide each day and night into distinct periods based on the sacred rhythms of the sun and moon, with each time offering opportunities to connect with specific celestial energies for healing and transformation. In this hands-on guide to working with the sacred energies of the sun, night sun, and moon, curandera Erika Buenaflor details the rites, rituals, and deities for each part of the day and night and explores the sacred tools and techniques used by ancient Mesoamerican shamans for harnessing solar and lunar energies. She explains how the sun is the source of soul energy that heals, animates, strengthens, and revitalizes us...>>

“Esoteric Empathy: A Magickal & Metaphysical Guide to Emotional Sensitivity” by Raven Digitalis

"This powerhouse of a book examines the experience of empathy from every imaginable angle, taking the reader on a philosophical and experiential journey of what it means to be empathic. Specifically written with the magickal or mystical practitioner in mind, the book introduces techniques, practices, and philosophies designed for empaths to get the most out of life's journey, including: How to function in society as an empath Psychic gifts related to empathy Rituals, meditations, spells, and spiritual exercises Stones, herbs, tools, plants, and deities for empaths Grounding, shielding, and protection techniques How to create personal boundaries...>>