Jarod K. Anderson, poet, author, and podcaster—a.k.a The CryptoNaturalist— joins me to talk about why we write, wrestling with mental health, self v. traditional publishing, and more. There’s also a wee poetry reading. You can find out more about Jarod’s work...
Rock-n-roll witch and generally lovely human, Zoë Howe, returns to talk about Scorpio Witch, her new book co-authored with Ivo Dominguez Jr. and delighting in Scorpio-ness. Of course, this is the book in the Zodiac Witch series I’ve been waiting for. You can find all...
Brandon Weston has returned to talk about their new book, the magic of nursery rhymes, and working in and for the community. All that and it’s the tip of the iceberg of Ozark magic, healing, and folklore. Granny Thornapple’s Book of Charms and Brandon’s other books...
Jamie Waggoner joins me to discuss her new book Hades: Myth, Magic & Modern Devotion and what it’s like to be a modern devotee of the once very unseen ruler of the underworld. We also talk about how he shows up in contemporary media and pop culture. Hades is available...
Melanie Marquis joined me to talk about her latest book and being a practical kitchen witch, not a bad philosophy in this age of rising food costs. CW: We do discuss eating disorders briefly. You can purchase Cookbook of Shadows whoever books are sold, or direct...
Emma Kathryn is back to talk about her new book, following the seasons, always writing, and generally being a public witch. You can find Season Songs wherever books are sold and find her on social media @emmakathrynwildwitch. Please support Black, indigenous, queer,...
Extending our unintentional Zodiac Witch mini-series, Enfys J. Book returns to discuss their latest book Sagittarius Witch coauthored with Ivo Dominguez Jr. We discuss co-authoring versus going it alone and writer rewards when the work is done — Baldur’s Gate, anyone?...
CW: A large part of our discussion is death and dying. If you’re not up for that, we’ll see you next week. Therapist Kevin Quiles joined me to talk about his latest book, Bring Your Pen, Bring Your Broom. We do manage to talk about writing a little bit, but we mostly...
Katta Kis joined me to talk about her debut contemporary romance, that just happens to have a witch as a main character. We also talked about fame, diversity in publishing, and how, um, graphic we’re willing to get writing those steamy scenes. You can find Katta’s...
Frater Barrabbas joins me to talk about his decade’s long practice and translating that into what is a legacy of work and books blending ceremonial magic with contemporary paganism and witchcraft. You can purchase Sacramental Theurgy for Witches and many more of the...