{"id":604,"date":"2018-12-03T17:19:00","date_gmt":"2018-12-03T17:19:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/wordpress\/index.php\/2018\/12\/03\/favorite-things-2018\/"},"modified":"2018-12-03T17:19:00","modified_gmt":"2018-12-03T17:19:00","slug":"favorite-things-2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/wordpress\/index.php\/2018\/12\/03\/favorite-things-2018\/","title":{"rendered":"Favorite Things 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It&#8217;s that magical time when I share my favorite things of the year. Everything has been featured on my site in one form or another in 2018, so even though an item released in 2017, it can end up on this list, and trust me, there are several things that came out in 2018 that will probably end up on 2019&#8217;s list. In a slightly more accurate world this would be the last article of the year, however I hope this list gives you some gift ideas, so I like to publish it when you still have time to purchase items for the holidays. Without further ado, and in no particular order, I give you my favorite things of 2018.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Queen Up! Reclaim Your Crown When Life Knocks You Down: Unleash the Power of Your Inner Tarot Queenby Angela Kaufman.<\/strong> Kaufman manages to make complex archetypal concepts simple and memorable using one of my favorite things. tarot cards! Read my interview with the author <a href=\"https:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/blog1\/?p=13247\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/witches-cover-195x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"195\" height=\"300\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-14098\" \/><strong>Witches, Sluts, Feminists: Conjuring the Sex Positiveby Kristen J. Sollee.<\/strong> This belongs in the list just for its badass cover. It inspired me to finally try out black lipstick (spoiler alert, it&#8217;s awesome). The book is also awesome. Three labels that society apply to women, their history, and how women are reclaiming them for the better. Check out my review <a href=\"https:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/blog1\/?p=13239\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p><strong>Christian History Magazine.<\/strong> I&#8217;ve featured Christian History Magazine on the site twice in 2018, and with good reason, it&#8217;s a great resource. And it&#8217;s free! No proselytizing, just raw, uncut history. Read my write up of their &#8220;Food &#038; Faith&#8221; issue <a href=\"https:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/blog1\/?p=13268\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dark Star Rising: Magick and Power in the Age of Trumpby Gary Lachman.<\/strong> A rollicking look at the potential influence of Chaos Magick in the ascension of Trump. You can read my interview with the author <a href=\"https:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/blog1\/?p=13432\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Green Burial Guidebook: Everything You Need to Plan an Affordable, Environmentally Friendly Burialby Elizabeth Fournier.<\/strong> I&#8217;ve said it before, and I&#8217;ll say it again, if you, or anyone you know, plans on dying, this is a must read. Check out my review <a href=\"https:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/blog1\/?p=13500\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tarot Made Simple: The Ultimate Guide to Casting Spreads and Reading the Cardsby Liz Dean.<\/strong> There a zillion of guides to tarot out there, but Tarot Made Simplehas a unique format that sets it apart from its peers. See what I&#8217;m talking about <a href=\"https:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/blog1\/?p=13541\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Calling All Earthlings.<\/strong> One of the best documentaries I&#8217;ve seen. The story of George Van Tassel has it all: has it all, aliens, Howard Hughes, free energy, the FBI, Tesla, the military, and a deathor possibly murder. Read my review <a href=\"https:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/blog1\/?p=13627\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>A little self promotion folks. I came up with some cool statements that you can purchase on assorted t-shirts, mug, pint glass, tote bag, and journal! I&#8217;m kind of proud, so consider showing me some love by picking up something for you or a friend! Shop The Magical Buffet <a href=\"https:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/blog1\/?page_id=13671\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Buffet-Merch-1.png\" alt=\" \" width=\"857\" height=\"786\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-14103\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Strange Frequencies: The Extraordinary Story of the Technological Quest for the Supernaturalby Peter Bergal.<\/strong> This was one of the best adventures of 2018! Spirituality influencing technology and technology influencing spirituality. This book has something for everyone! You can check out my review <a href=\"https:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/blog1\/?p=14027\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Real Witches of New England: History, Lore, and Modern Practiceby Ellen Evert Hopman.<\/strong> Hopman shares research on witch hysteria and persecution, biographies of witches who were accused followed by interviews with their descendants, and also interviews a myriad of modern day witches who influence culture today. Read my review <a href=\"https:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/blog1\/?p=13952\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It&#8217;s the wonderful time when we revisit some of my favorite things from 2018! What&#8217;s on the list? 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