Magick Matters

“The Art of Alchemy: Inner Alchemy & the Revelation of the Philosopher’s Stone” by Gabriyell Sarom

"From the dawn of humanity to the modern age, alchemy has always been a subject of great curiosity. Its mere mention brings old tales of wiseman working in smoke-filled alchemical laboratories trying to transform metals into gold whilst creating elixirs that immortalized the body. While this mythical picture is still prevalent today, the alchemical teachings and practices found in this volume are not about creating medicines or heating toxic materials in brick furnaces to create bizarre compounds but about using our body and mind as the alchemical laboratory. This book is centered on practices and procedures of Inner Alchemy, and it aims to shed new light on this ancient tradition, revealing its power to deeply transmute...>>

“Haunting Experiences: Wncounters with the Otherworldly” by Michelle Belanger

"Michelle Belanger's chilling collection of true stories will take you further than you've ever gone before into the realm of spirits, astral entities, and dark forces. Along the way, you'll encounter haunted violins, dark fae, hellhounds, an astral vampire summoned by an aspiring magician who becomes its unwitting target, haunted cremains, and mysteries still unexplained. Whether Belanger is being accosted by an angry spirit who recently committed suicide or being driven out of haunted woods in a very Hitchcock-esque manner, the hard-won expertise and insightful commentary in this collection adds both depth and context to these truly frightening — and sometimes dangerous — haunting experiences."...>>

“Taoism: The Enduring Tradition” by Russell Kirkland

"This clear and reliable introduction to Taoism (also known as Daoism) brings a fresh dimension to a tradition that has found a natural place in Western society. Examining Taoist sacred texts together with current scholarship, it surveys Taoism's ancient roots, contemporary heritage and role in daily life. From Taoism's spiritual philosophy to its practical perspectives on life and death, self-cultivation, morality, society, leadership and gender, Russell Kirkland's essential guide reveals the real contexts behind concepts such as Feng Shui and Tai Chi."...>>

“Hindu Gods & Goddesses: Understanding Hindu Divinities” by Stephen Knapp

"Understanding the assorted divinities or gods and goddesses of the Vedic or Hindu pantheon is not so difficult when it is presented simply and effectively. And that is what you will find in this book. This will open you to many of the possibilities and potentials of the Vedic tradition, and show how it has been able to cater and fulfill the spiritual needs and development of so many people since time immemorial. This book explains the nature of the Vedic divinities, their purposes and powers, and the ways they influence and affect the natural energies of the universe. It also shows how they can assist us and that blessings from them can help our...>>

“Philosophy Made Slightly Less Difficult: A Beginner’s Guide to Life’s Big Questions” by Garrett J. DeWeese and J.P. Moreland (2nd edition, revised and expanded)

"Philosophy is for everyone. We think philosophically whenever we ask life's big questions: What is real? How do we know what we know? What is the right thing to do? What does it mean to be human? How should we view science and its claims? Why should we believe that God exists? Philosophy is thinking critically about questions that matter. But many people find philosophy intimidating, so they never discover how invaluable it can be in engaging ideas, culture, and even their faith. Garrett DeWeese and J. P. Moreland understand these challenges, and in this book they apply...>>