Witch, Please: A Memoir - Misty Bell Stiers

Witch, Please: A Memoir

Finding Magic in Modern Times
Buch | Softcover
248 Seiten
2021
Apollo Publishers (Verlag)
978-1-948062-92-3 (ISBN)
16,20 inkl. MwSt
A touching and thought-provoking account of how a woman explored a spectrum of religions--ancient and new--and ended up, unexpectedly, becoming a bona fide witch.
A touching and thought-provoking account of how a woman explored a spectrum of religions—ancient and new—and ended up, unexpectedly, becoming a bona fide witch—plus a celebration of modern Wicca and witchcraft, spell books, broomsticks, holiday recipes and recipes for the changing of the seasons, and much more.


Misty Bell Stiers set out on a spiritual path to find a faith that worked for her, and accidentally became a witch. She knew the Bible well, and got to know the Torah and Koran. She studied Eastern philosophies, even the stories of the Egyptians and Greeks. Finally, after overcoming an immediate prejudice ("Um, no," she writes as her initial reaction), she found Wicca.


Witch, Please reveals what makes the mysterious religion of Wicca so desirable for more than a million Americans. In her witty, direct, and heartfelt text, Misty explores spirituality, perseverance, and finding oneself. She shares what Wicca means to her and what defines her as a witch; what she uses her spell book, cauldron, and broomstick for; the significance of Wiccan holidays, many about new beginnings; the surprising history of Wicca; and what kinds of witches there are. She also shares how in her busy New York City life, as a mother and a creative director, her faith grounds and sustains her. Her uplifting, you-too-can-find-what-works-for-you voice speaks like a best friend: relatable, honest, and encouraging.


This unusual and beautifully written memoir explores what it's like to be a modern-day witch, and how it's changed Misty's outlook on life. It's candid, but it's also threaded with magic and has a warming, lightheartedness to it. Bewitching original drawings by Misty are throughout, and Misty even shares ten original recipes for her Wiccan holiday treats (including the likes of her cinnamon rolls and roasted garlic rosemary bread, sprinkled with magic and seasoned with love, laughter, and healing).

Misty Bell Stiers is an artist, storyteller, and creative director who has spent her career focused on leveraging her passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion to create systemic change. Misty has a BFA from the Ringling College of Art and Design and an MPS from the Pratt Institute. She lives with her husband and two children in New York City.

EVERYONE DESERVES THE CHANCE TO FLY
Introduction


THAT'S ME IN THE CORNER
How I Became a Wiccan


A LITTLE FAITH AND A LOT OF HEART
What Wicca Is ... and Isn't


A RESTLESS SPIRIT ON AN ENDLESS FLIGHT
Discovering My Identity as a Witch


THAT'S THE POWER MAKES THE WORLD GO ROUND
Marriage and Wicca


I LIGHT A CANDLE THEN I CALL YOUR NAME
The Gods and Goddesses, Symbols, and Tools of Wicca


I PUT A SPELL ON YOU
The Truth about Spells and Curses


BIG WHEEL KEEP ON TURNIN'
Living the Day-to-Day as a Witch


THESE ARE THE DAYS OF MIRACLE AND WONDER
Raising My Children Wiccan (Not Wicked)


AND WE'LL DANCE BY THE LIGHT OF THE MOON
Wiccan Holidays


CHASING THE SUN
Living My Faith in Times of Crisis


OH OH OH IT'S MAGIC
Afterword


NOTES

Erscheinungsdatum
Zusatzinfo Two-color with spaced line drawings
Sprache englisch
Maße 152 x 228 mm
Themenwelt Literatur Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
Sachbuch/Ratgeber Gesundheit / Leben / Psychologie Esoterik / Spiritualität
Sachbuch/Ratgeber Gesundheit / Leben / Psychologie Östliche Weisheit / Alte Kulturen
Geisteswissenschaften Religion / Theologie
ISBN-10 1-948062-92-5 / 1948062925
ISBN-13 978-1-948062-92-3 / 9781948062923
Zustand Neuware
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