The Teen Spell Book: Magick for Young Witches (Paperback)

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Product Description

A definitive volume of spells and Wiccan lore written especially for teenagers, THE TEEN SPELL BOOK will enchant teens looking for personal empowerment, a connection to old traditions, or an alternative spirituality. In straightforward, wholesome prose, author Jamie Wood (co-author of THE WICCA COOKBOOK) introduces basic Wiccan beliefs and gives readers a clear understanding of the personal nature of the Wiccan craft. Seventy-five spells with such positive goals as finding a true friend, recognizing faeries, banishing sexual harassment, and seeing what the future holds will help teen witches get started on their own spiritual paths. With spell-casting instructions, tools of the trade, descriptions of Wiccan holidays, and a comprehensive resource guide to finding Wiccan materials, THE TEEN SPELL BOOK is an invaluable guide to tapping into your inner power, seeking protection and guidance, and realizing your dreams.

About the Author

JAMIE WOOD has felt a connection to Wiccan spirituality since her teenage days and has formally practiced various forms of Wicca for the past eight years. In addition to writing, Jamie leads classes in the use of herbs for healing purposes in Southern California.

Product Details

• Reading level: Young Adult
  
• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: Celestial Arts; 1st THUS edition (August 15, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1587611155
• ISBN-13: 978-1587611155
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #52,478 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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18 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The absolute BEST book I have seen for teens on witchcraft., August 23, 2003

By	Amber Seber (Hilo, HI USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The Teen Spell Book: Magick for Young Witches
by Jamie Wood
Paperback: black & white text and illustrations
This easy-to read book has so much information to offer anyone starting out in Wicca or for acclimated practitioners who are looking for some new ideas. Although the writer teaches some false issues (such as Wicca being an ancient tradition which predates Christianity) it makes up for its errors in other ways. Far from being newbie-ish, as many teen books tend to be, The Teen Spell Book teaches rather than preaches. There is a small section in the beginning which includes some history on Wicca (almost none of which is true, but can be overlooked) and follows with easy to read charts and step-by-step instructions.
Readers will find short and to-the-point chapters on information pertaining to Wicca, such as how to practice, and beliefs. The next chapter discusses the holidays and their traditions. Following these pages are beautifully decorated charts on Gods and Goddesses, listed by their holidays, animal totems, runes, and elementals. A short glossary is included in the back of the book. The information in this book is easy to locate and tends to be ordered as it would be in the reader's own book of shadows, taking things one step at a time.
Of course, most teens want to get to the main thing: spells. Never, in my years of teaching witchcraft have I seen such a compilation all in one place. In face, over 3/4 of the entire book is devoted entirely to spells, each one carefully laid out and easy to read with tools and materials easily accessible to teens. The spells in The Teen Spell Book are all incredibly useful. Some are for fun while others have real use in everyday life. This beautiful book includes seventy five spells for love, luck, beauty, and happiness, including:
Heal from illness, pain, or negativity
Discover what others say about you
Discover your unique gift
See the future or fairies
Establish trust with your parents
Find love or learn to fit in
Have a peaceful breakup or heal a broken heart
Meet a famous person
Summon a loved one's spirit
Feel rich or make money
Get rid of rumors and be invited to parties
Cast a spell of protection
Get a job
Get less homework
Make Colleges Beg for You
Pass the class
Make your hair grow long
Banish Self-Destructiveness
Dealing with teasing and criticism
Free yourself from depression
As a teacher of the craft, I highly recommend this book. Despite its few drawbacks, it is definitely the best book on the subject I have ever come into contact with.
-AmberSkyfire
Editor of WitchCrafted ...

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 5,0000000 STARS!!!!!, January 20, 2003

By A Customer

This is the BEST! It's not just words that she writes down, it POETRY. It will help anyone. It has EVERYTHING that you could possibly need. It's the first book I bought on the subject, and I still look at it first when I need a spell. But, really, if you need a powerful spell, you should write it yourself.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is the BEST for those who are new to the craft, November 26, 2002

By	Randy (Maryland USA) - See all my reviews

when i was younger i had always had an urge to learn magick. it felt natural. i found this book at a book store and originally bought for a friend. i took it home and read it and had to keep it for myself. it is perfect for a person to learn the craft from even if you arn't a teen. as long as you are a teen at heart.