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Join Debra DeAngelo as she teaches you the ABCs and 123s of Paganism. The first section is all about your inner realm, where you'll become reacquainted with your true self and reconnect with your body. The second focuses on the natural world around you; you'll learn to spiritually connect with plants, animals, the environment, the planet, and the cosmos. The third is about the tantalizing mysteries of magic and mysticism, where you'll conduct simple rituals to further expand your Pagan experience. Pagan Curious is designed like a beautiful Pagan garden with 40+ activities spells, meditations, affirmations, altars, and meeting deity that will enchant your spirit and help you create a more magical life.

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When Debra DeAngelo describes her own seduction by curiosity with the lures of music, movement, and nature, the Pagan becomes as familiar as a happy memory, newly dusted and freshly polished...[DeAngelo] reveals a rich, vibrant world that's much closer to the ancient secrets of nature and the original world we inhabited once upon a time. With inspiration on every page, she leads you to step away from your screens and guides you to a more authentic you, full of magic and miracles.--Gerit Quealy, author of Botanical Shakespeare I continue to be amazed by Debra's ability to tackle comprehensive subjects and present them in the most fascinating, yet simple, ways. I knew very little about Pagan practices when I started to read but quickly found myself caught up in the engaging, very well-organized, and well-written presentation. It goes without saying how much I learned, but one emphasis in particular made the volume of information less intimidating: Debra's insistence that whatever I choose to do, I do it MY way...Now that's my kind of book!--Sunny Schlenger, life coach and author of Organizing for the Spirit With a wealth of insightful exercises and broad spectrum coverage of foundational information, Debra DeAngelo has created an excellent gateway for those who wish to dip their toe into the waters of Paganism without committing to the deep end.--Katrina Rasbold, author of Crossroads of Conjure Pagan Curious offers an energy that allows a reader to move through inner, outer, and magical realms to find out more about being a Pagan. With a welcoming tone and a strong foundation of practical information, I'm certain a reader will walk away with a better understanding of this path and of themselves.--Irisanya Moon, author of Practically Pagan Pagan Curious should be a prerequisite for anyone looking to explore a Pagan path. Debra DeAngelo answers all the beginner questions, in a straightforward and easy to follow way. She encourages the reader to personalize the way they look at the world and connect with the spiritual realms. Developing a personal relationship to the Pagan path is laid out as an exploration in fun, magick, and real life!--Phoenix LeFae, author of What is Remembered Lives Are you a seeker? Is there a magic in nature that calls to you? Are you yearning for something you can't quite name? Then I recommend this book for you. Find out what it is in yourself that longs to connect with and use this inexplicable energy. Be prepared to do the work; it's joyously worthwhile and empowering for whatever age or stage of the journey you are in.--Mary K. Greer, author of Tarot for Your Self Debra's passion and enthusiasm joyfully bubbles forth as she transports readers on a fascinating tour of the dazzling flowers and delightful foliage cultivated within the metaphorical 'Big Pagan Garden.'...This engaging, accessible, down-to-earth guide--alive with ideas, observations, and exercises for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike--is a gem of a resource.--Lady Jesamyn Angelica, high priestess and founder of Sisterhood of the Moon and The Women's Mystery School of Magick & Empowerment Pagan Curious speaks directly to the person who has never been to a Pagan event, or been a part of a coven, or wouldn't know the Wheel of the Year if it ran over them. DeAngelo brilliantly suggests starting with getting to know yourself, before laying out the basics of practice, including working with plants, divination, magickal tools, and deities. For anyone considering the Craft as a spiritual path, this is a must read.--Gwion Raven, author of Life Ritualized

When Debra DeAngelo describes her own seduction by curiosity with the lures of music, movement, and nature, the Pagan becomes as familiar as a happy memory, newly dusted and freshly polished...[DeAngelo] reveals a rich, vibrant world that's much closer to the ancient secrets of nature and the original world we inhabited once upon a time. With inspiration on every page, she leads you to step away from your screens and guides you to a more authentic you, full of magic and miracles.--Gerit Quealy, author of Botanical Shakespeare I continue to be amazed by Debra's ability to tackle comprehensive subjects and present them in the most fascinating, yet simple, ways...It goes without saying how much I learned, but one emphasis in particular made the volume of information less intimidating: Debra's insistence that whatever I choose to do, I do it MY way...Now that's my kind of book!--Sunny Schlenger, life coach and author of Organizing for the Spirit With a wealth of insightful exercises and broad spectrum coverage of foundational information, Debra DeAngelo has created an excellent gateway for those who wish to dip their toe into the waters of Paganism without committing to the deep end.--Katrina Rasbold, author of Crossroads of Conjure Pagan Curious offers an energy that allows a reader to move through inner, outer, and magical realms to find out more about being a Pagan. With a welcoming tone and a strong foundation of practical information, I'm certain a reader will walk away with a better understanding of this path and of themselves.--Irisanya Moon, author of Practically Pagan Pagan Curious should be a prerequisite for anyone looking to explore a Pagan path. Debra DeAngelo answers all the beginner questions in a straightforward and easy to follow way. She encourages the reader to personalize the way they look at the world and connect with the spiritual realms.--Phoenix LeFae, author of What is Remembered Lives Are you a seeker? Is there a magic in nature that calls to you? Are you yearning for something you can't quite name? Then I recommend this book for you. Find out what it is in yourself that longs to connect with and use this inexplicable energy.--Mary K. Greer, author of Tarot for Your Self Debra's passion and enthusiasm joyfully bubbles forth as she transports readers on a fascinating tour of the dazzling flowers and delightful foliage cultivated within the metaphorical 'Big Pagan Garden.'...This engaging, accessible, down-to-earth guide--alive with ideas, observations, and exercises for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike--is a gem of a resource.--Lady Jesamyn Angelica, high priestess and founder of Sisterhood of the Moon and The Women's Mystery School of Magick & Empowerment Pagan Curious speaks directly to the person who has never been to a Pagan event, or been a part of a coven, or wouldn't know the Wheel of the Year if it ran over them. DeAngelo brilliantly suggests starting with getting to know yourself, before laying out the basics of practice, including working with plants, divination, magickal tools, and deities...This is a must read.--Gwion Raven, author of Life Ritualized Debra takes you into her world gently and then holds your hand all the way through, with lovely writing and deep respect for all things Pagan. She gives you tools to navigate all you're curious about and asks you, the reader, challenging and provocative questions...An excellent guide into navigating this rich and complex culture.--Beth Bornstein Dunnington, director, editor, writer, actor, singer, acting coach

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Debra DeAngelo is a garden-variety Pagan, with many eclectic spiritual interests and pursuits, in particular, endlessly studying tarot and facilitating small tarot workshops. After twenty-six years as a managing editor in the field of print journalism, she turned her focus to books and freelance writing. An award-winning, formerly syndicated columnist, she now writes feature stories and book reviews for SageWoman and Witches and Pagans magazines. She is additionally a lifelong horse lover and Mama to a spectacular old Hanoverian gelding. Silver RavenWolf (Pennsylvania) is a nationally recognized leader and elder of Wicca, and her writing has been instrumental in guiding the future of one of the fastest-growing faiths in America today. The author of many books, she has been interviewed by The New York Times, Newsweek Magazine, and the Wall Street Journal, and her work has been featured in numerous publications, including Bust Magazine, the Baltimore Sun, the St. Petersburg Times, the National Review, Publishers Weekly, Body and Soul Magazine, and Teen Lit Magazine. Her titles include the bestselling Solitary Witch, Teen Witch, To Ride A Silver Broomstick, To Stir A Magick Cauldron, To Light A Sacred Flame, American Folk Magick, Angels: Companions in Magick, Silver's Spells for Prosperity, Silver's Spells for Protection, Silver's Spells for Love, Halloween, HedgeWitch, and the Witches' Night Out teen fiction series.

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