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The Legend of Mithras
Christianity hardly has a monopoly on the theme of resurrection, particularly around the winter holidays. A couple of thousand years ago, followers of a god named Mithras celebrated rebirth in much the same way as the followers of Jesus do today. Mithras was an early Roman god of the sun, who was born around the time of the winter solstice and then experienced a resurrection around the spring equinox. Sound familiar? The cult of Mithras was a mystery religion, like that of Cybele and many other Roman Pagan beliefs. Author Ceisiwr Serith describes the cult’s temples, or Mithraea, as being relatively small, and typically hidden underground. He also points out that it was only open to men, and very…
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Releasing Feb 1: That Falconer Woman
Guys, I am SO excited to announce that my next novel, That Falconer Woman, will be available on February 1, 2021, from The Wild Rose Press! I know a lot of you are familiar with my witchy books, but I write fiction too, and That Falconer Woman features one of my favorite characters that I’ve ever created. Cordelia Falconer first appeared on a page for me back in 2010, and I’ve spent the better part of a decade (off and on) refining her adventures. It’s a Regency mystery featuring a strong-willed widow with a bad reputation, a hot dude from Yorkshire, some steamy sex, and murder. Add in an inept magistrate, drunken…
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The Lord of Misrule
In England, during the late medieval and early Tudor periods, through the reign of King Edward VI, a custom emerged in which the lord of a manor or other great house appointed an individual to be in charge of all of the Christmas festivities. This individual was titled the Lord of Misrule, or sometimes the King of Misrule. The tradition expanded from the homes of noble families and even into university settings such as Cambridge and Oxford, where a Lord of Misrule was designated to oversee holiday shenanigans on the entire campus. The Yuletide events at a manor house or at Court ran anywhere from a few days to the entire…
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10 Ways to Show Gratitude
Man, I tell you. This year has been HARD, y’all. I don’t even have to explain why — all we have to do is say “2020, right?” and everyone is all UGHH NO PLEASE MAKE IT STOP. And when things are the way they’ve been, it’s really hard to find things to be thankful for. Instead of doing the big family turkey-day spread this week, I’m staying home, enjoying my four days off work in solitude, and cleaning out my attic to purge shit to donate to the local Goodwill. That’s it. I don’t even care about turkey this year. And yet, somehow, I’ve found myself this week taking a…
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Witchcraft for Healing On Sale Now!
Happy book birthday to me! Witchcraft for Healing is on sale now! It’s finally here, and officially out in the world for you all to read and enjoy. It’s been a wild ride from start to finish — I never imagined I’d be writing a book about self-care during a global pandemic. Witchcraft for Healing is a guide to unlocking magic’s transformative, empowering nature, and finding spiritual, emotional, and physical healing in all aspects of your life. Learn about how witchcraft has its roots in wellness, and explore dozens of simple spells and remedies like crafting an incense blend for prosperity, mixing oils for community unity, or brewing a healing herbal…
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You Are the Sum of Your Ancestors’ Dreams
It’s no secret that I’m a big proponent of working with one’s ancestors – hell, I wrote a whole-ass book about it. I talk to my people on the regular, and equally important, I listen to what they have to say. Every once in a while, though, something resonates with me in a profound and impactful way. Such was the case this past week – and no, not election related, thank the gods – and I wanted to share a few thoughts with you. I’ve always been in love with the entire state of Virginia. It’s always held, for me, a sense of coming home, as though I’d been there…
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What People are Saying About Witchcraft for Healing
Guys, I’m so excited! My newest book, Witchcraft for Healing, officially launches on November 10! Technically you can download the Kindle version now, although there seems to be a glitch in the matrix over at Amazon so the e-book isn’t showing, but trust me, the publishing gremlins are working on fixing that for you. I wanted to share with you some of the really kind words that some other folks have to say about the book! Lilith Dorsey, Author, Orishas, Goddess and Voodoo Queens and Water Magic “Whether we knew it or not Witchcraft for Healing by Patti Wigington is the book we all need. Healing is an integral part of…
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It’s Giveaway Time!
I love free stuff – and because I like to GET free stuff, I also like to GIVE free stuff. So, I’m doing a giveaway over on my About Paganism Facebook page! Click the link to hop on over there, and learn how you can win a copy of my newest book, Witchcraft for Healing, as well as a copies of Herb Magic and Wicca Practical Magic. That’s right, you cool cats and kittens… it’s a BOOK BUNDLE! Visit me on Facebook to learn more: About Paganism
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Using Your Words – And Why They Matter
One of the things I always try to stress to people when they’re working magic is that words matter – and by this, I mean you’ve got to be REALLY specific. As an illustration, let me share with you a story from my own checkered magical history. I like to tell this story in some of my workshops, because it feels like it really drives the point home. Plus it’s a great example of how stupid I was when I was a n00b witch, and I like to remind people that while it’s great to learn from your own mistakes, it’s also helpful to learn from OTHER people’s mistakes. Teenage…
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Witchcraft For Healing Kindle Edition Available Today
Well, here’s some super exciting news! My new book, Witchcraft for Healing, isn’t *officially* being released until November 10… but if you order the Kindle edition on Amazon, you’ll get it now! That’s right, the e-book version is available today! I’m thrilled that people will finally be able to start reading the book, and I can’t wait to hear what you think. Leaving a review is one of the best ways you can support authors, but more importantly, your review can help others decide if Witchcraft for Healing is what they’re looking for. If you’ve purchased the ebook and have started reading, please write an honest review over on Amazon —…
