Magick Matters

“Sane Occultism” by Dion Fortune (Violet M. Firth)

"Dion Fortune is acknowledged to be one of the most knowledgeable and level-headed writers on Esoteric matters. In Sane Occultism she is adamant that magic and occult studies, though often dealing with unseen forces, must still be grounded in Reason, and she explains how claims of psychic ability and past lives can, and should, be verified. The book covers a vast swathe of topics, from meditation and psychism, through numerology and astrology, to such "black" Occult practices as psychic vampirism, blood sacrifice and other aspects of the Left-Hand Path. The need, or otherwise, for vegetarianism, strict obedience to a master, and secrecy, are also covered in detail. Sane Occultism is a refreshing, no-nonsense look...>>

“Do What Thou Wilt: A Life of Aleister Crowley” by Lawrence Sutin

"An exploration into the life and works of a modern mystic, occultist, poet, mountaineer, and bisexual adventurer known to his contemporaries as "The Great Beast" Aleister Crowley was a groundbreaking poet and an iconoclastic visionary whose literary and cultural legacy extends far beyond the limits of his notoriety as a practitioner of the occult arts. Born in 1875 to devout Christian parents, young Aleister's devotion scarcely outlived his father, who died when the boy was twelve. He reached maturity in the boarding schools and brothels of Victorian England, trained to become a world-class mountain climber, and seldom persisted with any endeavor in which he could be bested. Like many self-styled illuminati of his class and generation, the...>>

“The Slenderman Mysteries: An Internet Urban Legend Comes to Life” by Nick Redfern

"It’s the dead of night; you are fast asleep. Suddenly, you are wide awake but unable to move. Hunched over you in the shadows is an eight- or nine-foot-tall gaunt entity with spider-thin limbs, dressed in an old-style black suit, its pale face missing eyes, nose, ears, and mouth. You finally manage to cry out. The monstrous thing disappears as suddenly as it appeared. You just had a terrifying encounter with the Slenderman. Who—or what—is the Slenderman? His existence began on the Internet, but he didn’t stay online. The Slenderman may be a tulpa, a thought-form that can stride out of our darkest imaginations and into reality if enough people believe in it. In May 2014,...>>

“Llewellyn’s 2024 Herbal Almanac: A Practical Guide to Growing, Cooking & Crafting” by Llewellyn Publishing et al

🕵️🐷🕵️ zero-day🕵️🐷🕵️ "Cutting-Edge Botanical Wisdom for All Herbalists Expand your herbal practice with an inspiring crop of ideas for growing and benefiting from some of nature's most versatile vegetation. With its hands-on projects and herbal insight, this almanac is a perennial favorite among gardeners, cooks, crafters, and other plant enthusiasts. Now in its 25th year, Llewellyn's Herbal Almanac features exciting new articles about fruit tree guilds, herb-flavored desserts, functional aprons, and more. This guide provides easy-to-follow plans for a hobbit garden, dog garden, and spaghetti sauce garden, as well as in-depth profiles on zucchini, spinach, caraway, and garlic. It also includes a twelve-month gardening log with calendars, moon phases, and tips. Whether you are interested in bucket...>>

“Llewellyn’s 2024 Witches’ Companion: A Guide to Contemporary Living” by Llewellyn Publishing et al

🕵️🐷🕵️ zero-day🕵️🐷🕵️ "Enhance Your Craft, Community & Quality of Life Keep up to date on the latest witchy trends, unique insights from your favorite authors, and hands-on practices that help contemporary Witches like you stay magically inspired and strong. Providing more than two dozen articles, Llewellyn's 2024 Witches' Companion showcases exciting Pagan topics and amplifies the voices of some of today's most powerful practitioners. • Post-Pandemic Witchcraft • Clear Inner Clutter • Practicing Magick as a Neurodivergent • Magical Self-Care for Breakups • Balancing Your Throat Chakra • Practical Divination Journaling • Channeling with Cannabis • Untangling Magical Misfires • Animism in the Elements • Witchcraft While on Vacation This year's edition includes spells, rituals, projects, and advice from some of the best Witch and Pagan writers:...>>