Dodie Graham McKay

From the earliest grimoires, animals have been associated with witches. This book covers all aspects of working magic with familiars and how to create profound relationships with your own pets. Dodie Graham McKay shares folklore and historical information as well as practical exercises and spells. Featuring a cover illustration by Laura Tempest Zakroff and deep insight on how to witches relate to their familiars and companions, this book helps you work with animal energy through dozens of charms, recipes, rituals, and more. Dodie takes you back in time to explore supernatural entities and long-ago symbolism. Then she delves into modern ways to understand animals and partner with them including stories about her relationship with animals. From making pumpkin oat dog biscuits to shapeshifting via dance, this book will enrich your experiences with the animals in your life.

Packed with rituals, exercises, spells, recipes, history, and lore, this new book in Llewellyn's Elements of Witchcraft series shows you how to enrich your connection to the element of earth. Join Dodie Graham McKay as she digs deep into the deities, sacred sites, animal guides, herbs, crystals, and stones associated with this element. Earth Magic showcases a wide variety of fun and fascinating ways to 'get your hands dirty' as you enhance your magical practice. Explore the recipes, rituals, and spells that help you call upon the earth for greater power and wisdom. Discover how the earth element is used in cultures and myths around the world. Featuring illuminating essays from guest contributors, Earth Magic inspires you to practice magic in ways that create positive changes in your environment and in yourself.