Recommended Reading List

I would like to take this moment to share with you what is on my bookshelves. I am not claiming to be an expert in Wicca, but I do want to help those who are new to Wicca to find their way. The following books are ones that I highly recommend and think all newbie Wiccans should read. If you are interested in these books, I carry several in my store, just look for the * next to the book!

I am only providing a small review for the books I have really enjoyed. If you have questions about a particular book, please feel free to email me! I would love to discuss a book with you. I have not listed a complete book inventory in this list. I will add more books and may get rid of others as time goes on; I just listed what I felt is essential to any beginning Wiccan.

When you read a book, please keep in mind that only you can pick the path that is right for you. Take everything you read with a grain of salt! Our history is shaky and there are many different conflicting stories about how Wicca was started. Read all you can, stay true to what you believe and NEVER let anyone tell you what is right and what is wrong. Wicca is in your heart and soul, and only you can decide which path you follow.

“The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Wicca and Witchcraft” by Denise Zimmerman and Katherine A. Gleason.

Believe it or not, this is an excellent book! It covers just about everything you could ever want to know about Wicca and Witchcraft. Sometimes it is a bit general, but I feel that overall it is an excellent read for anyone who is curious about or new to Wicca. This book is also great for those of you who want to come out of the “witches broom closet”. Give this book to a loved one, parent or friend who just doesn’t understand Wicca. It will ease their mind that this is a gentle and loving path and not some sort of Satanic Cult!

“Wicca: A guide for the Solitary Practitioner” by Scott Cunningham.
“Living Wicca: A Further Guide for the Solitary Practitioner” by Scott Cunningham.

Both of these books are pretty good for a solitary Wiccan. Scott Cunningham covers just about all the basis from figuring out if solitary is right for you to covens to spells and rituals. But this set is not among my favorite books.

“2004 Herbal Almanac” from Llewellyn

This little book is updated yearly and is great if you want to keep track of moon phases for different rituals and spells. It covers herb magick & lore, growing & gathering herbs, health & beauty herbs, and cooking & crafts with herbs. It’s a nice, general reference guide.

"Faery Magick: Spells, Potions, and Lore From the Earth Spirits" by Sirona Knight

This book is for those of you who are interested in the Fae. Sirona Knight covers the fae origins, history & lore, as well as faery types, habits and tendencies. She also covers ways to connect with them and warns of the disadvantages/advantages of associating with the fae.

* “Celtic Wicca: Ancient Wisdom for the 21st Century” by Jane Raeburn

I cannot say enough about Jane Raeburn!! She is a fantastic writer and held my attention throughout her book. Too bad she doesn’t have any other history books I can read! Celtic Wicca is pretty self explanatory. This book tells about the Pagan religions of Britain and the history of Celtic Wicca. What you read in this book about the Pagan religion will shock you!

* “Celtic Traditions: Druids, Faeries, and Wiccan Rituals” by Sirona Knight

Another book on Faeries and Celtic Traditions. She covers ancient goddesses and gods in this book as well as some rituals.

"Flying Without A Broom: Astral Projection and the Astral World" by D.J. Conway

Have you ever had an out of body experience? Have you ever wanted to try? This is an awesome book about astral travels! D.J. Conway gives advice on how to start a safe and fun journey. This book has lots of visualization exercises that will help you to travel safely.

* “Spell Crafts: Creating Magical Objects” by Scott Cunningham & David Harrington

This is a cute and fun little book on Wiccan crafts. The authors will teach you how to make many wonderful and magickal objects with your own hands! Ex. Magical simmering potpourris, a beaded psychic mandala, clay pentacles and much more. This is a great book for those of you looking for crafts to do with your children.

“Drawing Down the Moon” by Margo Adler

I believe this is the single, most important book that every Wiccan should read. Margo Adler does a wonderful job of researching Wicca in America. She answers all the questions one would have! There is nothing on rituals or spells in here, it is a right to the point history of Wicca. This book is way outdated, but is still very valid and important to our religion.

Miscellaneous Books:

“The Witch’s Magical Handbook” by Gavin & Yvonne Frost (Founders of The Church and School of Wicca, Est. 1968)

“Love Signs: A New Approach to the Human Heart” by Linda Goodman

“To Ride A Silver Broomstick: New Generation Witchcraft” by Silver RavenWolf

“To Stir A Magick Cauldron: A Witch’s Guide to Casting and Conjuring” by Silver RavenWolf

“To Light A Sacred Flame: Practical Witchcraft for the Millennium” by Silver RavenWolf

*“The Ritual Magic Workbook: A Practical Course of Self-Initiation” by Dolores Ashcroft-Nowicki

* "Silver’s Spells for Prosperity” by Silver RavenWolf

* “Scottish Witchcraft: The History & Magick of the Picts” by Raymond Buckland

* “The Book of Shadows” by Lady Sheba

* “Magick for Beginners: The Power to Change Your World” by J.H. Brennan

* “The Evolution of a World Religion: Origins of Modern Witchcraft” by Ann Moura

* “Enchantment of the Faerie Realm: Communicate with Nature Spirits & Elements” by Ted Andrews

* “The Craft: A Witches Book of Shadows” by Dorothy Morrison

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