Spellcaster

Seven Ways to Effective Magic

Seven talented magical practitioners have joined together to produce this invaluable guide to the art of spellcrafting. Much more than a do-it-yourself magic manual, this guide to the craft emphasizes the responsibilities and ethical issues that are part of the magical life.

Spellcaster addresses the theoretical and practical background of magic-exploring how magical energies operate and manifest. The seven essays represent different approaches and traditions-including Wicca, Hermetic Magick, Northern traditions, and freeform Natural Magick. The wisdom collected here is meant to inspire and empower beginners and less experienced magic users, so they may go on to safely and confidently customize their own magical practice.

Contents
Introduction . . . ix

Song of the Star . . . 1
LEAH WHITEHORSE
Nature and Magic . . . 39
ELEN HAWKE
What Is Magick? . . . 67
MARTIN WHITE
Occult Philosophy and Magic . . . 95
MARTIN DUFFY
The Eightfold Ways of Magic . . . 137
ANNA FRANKLIN
Wild Enchantments . . . 167
POPPY PALIN
Seeking Magickal Advice . . . 211
MORGANA SIDHERAVEN
The Choir Sings . . . 235
THE SPELLWEAVER COLLECTIVE
End Word . . . 249
Author Biographies . . . 251
Resources . . . 257