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How To Be A Wicked Witch: Good Spells, Charms, Potions and Notions for Bad Days

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I have long been a fan of the no-nonsense writing style of Patricia Telesco. The title is what caught my eye, but the author is what made me buy it. I was NOT disappointed.

This book is a blend of practical approaches to modern witchery and older folk magic. She suggests easily-obtainable substitutes for the "budget-minded witch" and invites you to adapt spells to suit your individual purpose.

The title may be somewhat misleading to someone who doesn't bother to delve beyond it. It's not about curses and hexing, but about taking the phrase "wicked witch" and OWNING it; being proactive in your life, instead of letting things just happen to you. It's about turning an epithet into a badge of honor. (Women who take pride in being called a b**** will know exactly what I mean!)

I think this is a fabulous and very usable book, that belongs in every wicked witch's knapsack.

With one eye on the 'three-fold law,' this book lightheartedly illustrates ways of practicing gray magic. The workings are highly creative and range from divination, spells, charms & amulets, and kitchen witchery among others. With this book, every single act can be turned into a magical moment. What is 'wicked' about the book is its humor. The charm adapted from Albertus Magnus is a riot.

Rather than repeating detailed correspondence charts, the author references other magical books with more detailed entries. What makes this book special is the sheer inventiveness of what can be considered a magical tool. "The Wicked Witch's Rules" are also important to take into consideration as we walk in our pointy shoes. This is beautiful, pure, earth magic at its best.

This book isn't just for witches, anyone can learn that if they harm someone, they're bound to get it back! Its really a sweet approach to living with little lessons about how to treat others, to use your mind and rationalize the best route to go when dealing with difficulties and so on! The book is positive and upbeat, modern and informational too! Enjoy learning new spells or just gain insight. I would reccommend this book to someone who is wanting to begin practicing or to family and friends of witches everywhere for a better understanding of how human witchcraft really is.

Reader friendly ideas, readily accessible components (did that other reviewer ever shop?), clever humor, and old fashioned common sense combine in this book to give you all the best tools for handling those inevitable "bad days"

Telesco has gone where few writers dare to tread by handling the concept of using magick as a warrior or a weapon in a direct, adult manner. This book doesn't advocate violence, but it doesn't promote the "poor me" syndrom eitehr.

Bravo!

This has got to be the best book I have ever read by this author. I purchased her book on ghosts and hauntings, and one other one by her, which I don't even remember. I thought they were well written, but boring and basic. I really didn't learn anything with those books, but this book is cute. Don't let the title decieve you though: It really has nothing to do with being "wicked", but rather independent, lively, and crafty. I recommend this book to those who are interested in somthing other than your run-of-the-mill Earth Based religion book. ;)

This book is a wonderful "starter" book for someone who wants to try some simple spells and charms. It also gives you good advice on how to conduct yourself as a witch. It is the first book on witchcraft that I ever purchased and I was very surprised and pleased with it. For example, the author gives you simple substitutions for items used in spells that you can find around the house, even in your "junk drawer". So, you don't have to spend a lot of time and/or money looking for for "ingredients". Delightful, informative and FUN!

I enjoy this book it cheeres me up when I am having a bad day..good info and ideas to help put a pep in your step even on a very bad day. You can't help but to love this book it's fun and lighthearted and I higly recomend this book. It isn't evil and a must have for all.

I absolutely love this book. I picked it up off the bargain table at a bookstore (how could I NOT with that title?!) and after flipping through it, I put the How-to-keep-from-snapping-and-beating-those-who-annoy-to-a-pulp self-help type book that I was also carrying down. So I originally purchased it as a fun, light read, and it's excellent for that, but I did find myself starting to relate to the witchier parts. With my new found interest, I've been seeking out similar books, and it seems to me that this one is the best (of the few I've purchased so far) at giving you the tools that you need to run with witchery yourself, rather than step by step rituals or spells (although those are there, too).

This was a fun little book to read. She presented some creative ideas, especially in the section on divination. It's a nice lighthearted read, but don't let the lighthearted tone fool you, b/c there is actually a lot of information in this seemingly thin book.

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This book is extremely helpful for those interested in Wicca and the Craft. It gives you tips on how to tell your parents of your interest and how to answer the questions they'll have. It also gets you started on your Book of Shadows. Telesco gives you a few sample spells and rituals to get you started and to put in your Book. She also includes information about your star sign, such as "Aromas That Accent The Positive", "Love, Family and Friendship", "Power Colors", "Body Tips", "Clothes and Jewelry" and "The Future".