{"id":15290,"date":"2019-12-09T16:31:12","date_gmt":"2019-12-09T21:31:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/blog1\/?p=15290"},"modified":"2019-12-09T16:31:12","modified_gmt":"2019-12-09T21:31:12","slug":"favorite-things-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/blog1\/?p=15290","title":{"rendered":"Favorite Things 2019"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"It\u2019s that time again folks! That time when I look back at a year of articles and remind you about the best of the best things I wrote about this year. Looking at the list you\u2019ll realize that not every item came out in 2019. My favorite things list is a recap of what I read or used in 2019, not necessarily a thing that released in 2019. So why now? Why not the end of December, or the beginning of January? Because I like to share my favorites while you still have time to buy them as gifts for people, or yourself.<\/p>\n

And speaking of shopping, this year I\u2019m including purchasing links (when I can) for IndieBound. IndieBound supports independent bookstores throughout the United States. If you use this link to purchase the book, I will make a small commission at no additional cost to you. I encourage you to shop local, independent bookstores when you can. If you can\u2019t, I ask you to consider IndieBound.<\/p>\n

Now, with no further ado, and presented in particular order\u2026..<\/p>\n

FAVORITE THINGS 2019<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Little Book of Cat Magic: Spells, Charms, and Tales by Deborah Blake<\/strong>
\nIt\u2019s hard not to be enchanted by this little book of cats. It\u2019s written by Deborah Blake, a crazy cat lady in the best of ways. The book is filled with delightful kitty-centric illustrations. \u201cThe Little Book of Cat Magic\u201d is great for anyone who loves cats.<\/p>\n

You can read my original review here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

You Can Buy Me Here<\/a><\/p>\n

Magical Dogs Tarot by Daniel Mueller and Mickie Mueller<\/strong>
\nFrom cats, to dogs. It\u2019s hard not to love dogs, and thusly, it\u2019s hard not to love \u201cMagical Dogs Tarot\u201d. Mickie Mueller is a fantastic artist, and her dogs are endearing and whimsical. Daniel Mueller wrote a wonderful companion book, thoughtfully capturing the spirit of canines and merging it with tarot. A great addition to any tarot collection, and obviously it\u2019s fantastic for dog lovers.<\/p>\n

You can read my original review here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"\"Crystals: A Guide to Using the Crystal Compass for Energy, Healing, and Reclaiming Your Power by Aisha Amarfio<\/strong>
\nThis book is ALL about its Crystal Compass. Sure, Amarfio provides loads of information about crystals: uses, care of, properties, etc. However, what sets \u201cCrystals\u201d apart is the super convenient chart she created to go with the book. This colorful graph, aka, Crystal Compass, is an easy to use guide to incorporating crystals into all kinds of work. In a year that saw many great books on crystals, Amarfio\u2019s creation of the Crystal Compass made her book a favorite of this past year.<\/p>\n

You can read my original review here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

You Can Buy Me Here<\/a><\/p>\n

Witchcraft Activism: A Toolkit for Magical Resistance by David Salisbury<\/strong>
\nWritten by a long-time activist, David Salisbury does a wonderful job of inspiring the reader to take action, mundane and\/or magical. If you want to take action, this is the book to read.<\/p>\n

You can read my original review here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

You Can Buy Me Here<\/a><\/p>\n

Witchbody by Sabrina Scott<\/strong>
\nThis year saw SO MANY fantastic releases. However, there was no other book like \u201cWitchbody\u201d. Scott created a graphic novel, filled with fantastic art that explores ecology, magic, spirituality, and more. It\u2019s a journey unlike any other you\u2019ll ever take with a book. In my opinion, \u201cWitchbody\u201d is a classic.<\/p>\n

You can read my original review here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

You Can Buy Me Here<\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"One Truth and One Spirit: Aleister Crowley\u2019s Spiritual Legacy by Keith Readdy<\/strong>
\nAn amazing work exploring Crowley\u2019s Thelema legacy following his death. Thelema\u2019s fractures, power struggles, and ultimately, its staying power makes \u201cOne Truth and One Spirit\u201d a worthwhile endeavor.<\/p>\n

You can read my original review here<\/a>
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\nYou Can Buy Me Here<\/a><\/p>\n

The Ark Animal Tarot & Oracle Deck by Bernadette King<\/strong>
\nSome of you may remember that back in April I backed, and promoted, a Kickstarter for this deck. Well, now it is out and I have my copy. It is just as good, if not better, than promised. A beautiful, sturdy box with a magnetic closer. Gorgeous, full color cards. It\u2019s designed to be used as a traditional tarot deck and\/or oracle!<\/p>\n

You can read my original post about it here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Witchcraft & Secret Societies of Rural England: The Magic of Toadmen, Plough Witches, Mummers, and Bonesmen by Nigel Pennick<\/strong>
\nPennick has created a book that is a highly readable blend of scholarly work and fantastical folklore. Trade unions that operate as secret societies is a trend that might be cool to bring back.<\/p>\n

Read my original review here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

You Can Buy Me Here<\/a><\/p>\n

The Sacred Herbs of Samhain: Plants to Contact the Spirits of the Dead by Ellen Evert Hopman<\/strong>
\nI feel like this from my original review says it all, \u201cAnd no one tells a plant\u2019s story better than Ellen Evert Hopman.\u201d<\/p>\n

Read my original review here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

You Can Buy Me Here<\/a><\/p>\n

Letters to a Dead Friend about Zen by Brad Warner<\/strong>
\nBrad Warner does Buddhism 101. Need I say more?<\/p>\n

Read my original review here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

You Can Buy Me Here<\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"Since this is my favorite things, but also a shopping list, I would be remiss if I didn’t mention that The Magical Buffet has a bunch of fun merchandise, as well as a vintage witch collection of merchandise for sale now! The witchy collection goes away December 31, 2019.<\/p>\n

Shop The Magical Buffet store here!<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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