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Deep in the stacks of Oxford's Bodleian Library, young scholar Diana Bishop unwittingly calls up a bewitched alchemical manuscript in the course of her research. Descended from an old and distinguished line of witches, Diana wants nothing to do with sorcery; so after a furtive glance and a few notes, she banishes the book to the stacks. But her discovery sets a fantastical underworld stirring, and a horde of daemons, witches, and vampires soon descends upon the library.

Why have societies all across the world feared witchcraft? This book delves deeply into its context, beliefs, and origins in Europe's history. The witch came to prominence - and often a painful death - in early modern Europe, yet her origins are much more geographically diverse and historically deep. In this landmark book, Ronald Hutton traces witchcraft from the ancient world to the early modern state.

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! A whimsical and heartwarming novel about a witch who has a second chance to get her magical powers—and her life—back on track, from the national bestselling author of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches. Sera Swan used to be one of the most...

When Finlay Ashowan joins the staff of the King and Queen of Daxaria, he’s an enigma. No one knows where he comes from or how he came to be where he is, which suits Fin just fine. He’s satisfied simply serving as the royal cook, keeping nosy passersby out of his kitchen, and concocting some truly uncanny meals. But Fin’s secret identity doesn’t stay hidden for long. After all, it’s not every day a house witch and his kitten familiar, Kraken, take to meddling in imperial affairs.

A witch is a wise woman, a healer. Yet for so long the word 'witch' has had negative connotations. In this audiobook, third generation hereditary witch Lisa Lister explains the history behind witchcraft, why identifying as a healer in past centuries led women to be burned at the stake, and why...

David Hunter thought he could leave Cerberus and the quiet responsibility that comes with stabilising reality. But when a witch abandons the coastal village of Saint Monans, subtle disturbances begin to surface—lost hours, confusion, and a creeping sense that something is missing.

An abundant source of magical information, The Eclectic Witch's Book of Shadows is perfect for both Wiccans and eclectic witches interested in building their own practice from the ground up. This beginner-friendly guide is modeled on a traditional Book of Shadows but is flexible enough to be personalized. With helpful sections on herbs, stones, spells, rituals, and more, this book makes practicing witchcraft easier, simpler, and more fun.

Learn to take control of your life and reconnect with your purpose, using modern magic based on ancient spirituality. Witch, Please is a modern mystic’s practical guide to life, love and creating a fulfilling existence, from turning your home into a sacred sanctuary and manifesting magical...

When her younger sister is stolen in the dark of night, Valerie infiltrates the northern kingdom to rescue her. Parading around as a human and hiding her Witch scent, she doesn't realise she's stepped onto a Dragon's hunting ground—or that the Dragon has settled his lustful sights on her. She only wanted to save her sister, but she can't resist the way he sets her heart on fire. Hiding his Dragon lineage, Geryon cares little about the gala thrown to find the king a wife. It's nothing but a means to an end—a trap. That is, until a certain, cold-hearted woman enthrals him.

Dans Rebel Witch , la conclusion palpitante de la duologie Heartless Hunter , l'amour n'a jamais été aussi mortel. UNE SORCIÈRE... Rune Winters est en fuite. Depuis que le garçon qu'elle aimait, Gideon Sharpe, l'a livrée aux mains de l'ennemi, tout le monde veut sa mort. Pour survivre, elle doit s'allier à la dangereuse Cressida Roseblood, qui prévoit de réinstaurer un Règne des Sorcières. UN CHASSEUR DE SORCIÈRES... Apparemment, il ne suffisait pas que Rune trompe Gideon : elle le trahi une nouvelle fois en s'alliant avec la sorcière qui a fait de sa vie un enfer.

Lark vient d'être admise à Witch Hazel House dans un programme spécial accueillant un petit groupe d'élèves pour étudier la littérature. Dans le manoir aux hamamélis, aux fleurs automnales et aux nombreux chats, elle débute une vie paisible où de nouvelles amitiés se forgent au fil des soirées à lire au coin du feu avec une bonne tasse de thé et des virées shopping à Stormhill. Jusqu'au jour où son amie Violette décide de faire une séance de spiritisme afin d'entrer en contact avec la présence bienveillante qu'elle pense sentir dans la bâtisse.

Twelve-year-old Annabel Wood is sure of one thing: magic doesn’t exist. She’s already lost her mother, and now a war is tearing her family apart. When Annabel and her little sister, Lottie, are sent to live with their uncle at mysterious Morven Manor, Annabel wants nothing more than to return to her old life. But the sleepy village of Little Morven hides secrets. What are the strange standing stones lurking on the outskirts of the village, and why does Lottie insist she hears singing there?

Raina Bloodgood has one desire: kill the Frost King and the Witch Collector who stole her sister. On Collecting Day, she means to exact murderous revenge, but a more sinister threat sets fire to her world. Rising from the ashes is the Collector, Alexus Thibault, the man she vowed to slay and the only person who can help save her sister. Thrust into an age-old story of ice, fire, and ancient gods, Raina must abandon vengeance and aid the Witch Collector or let their empire—and her sister—fall into enemy hands.

Quand trois sorcières sont témoins d'un drame, tout bascule dans le monde des ombres… Des amies aussi proches que des sœurs, contraintes de se dissimuler parmi les loups, pour sauver leurs vies… S'il y a bien un endroit au monde où la magie est puissante, c'est à Fallen Creek. Les descendants des plus puissants sorciers y demeurent. Les loups y pullulent. Les vampires s'y terrent. Trois races d'êtres magiques ou maléfiques. Trois races qui n'ont pas le droit de se mélanger.

Au pays d'Oz, le jeune adolescent, Liir, a été vu pour la dernière fois dissimulé dans un recoin poussiéreux de Kiamo Ko, le fameux jour où Dorothy a éliminé la Sorcière. Quelques années plus tard, meurtri et plongé dans le coma, il est soigné au Cloître de Sainte-Glinda par une novice prénommée Candèle qui use de ses talents musicaux pour le faire voyager dans ses souvenirs. Alors que le pays d'Oz, après le départ du Magicien, traverse une période d'instabilité politique ouvrant la voie à toutes sortes d'ambitions, Liir parviendra-t-il à survivre assez longtemps pour devenir adulte ?

On ne se mélange pas. On ne trahit pas. On ne se montre pas. Quand Sixtine, Elinor et Neeve se sont cachées parmi les loups, elles ignoraient que leur acte allait bousculer les lois du monde des ombres. Désormais sous la menace d’un procès en sorcellerie, chacune d’entre elles cherche les moyens de s’en sortir. Mais les conséquences des événements survenus sur leur amitié et sur leurs amours vont tourmenter les trois femmes, alors qu’un danger encore plus grand les guette…

After just one weekend together, Niko knew Indigo Easton was the one for him, and is determined to win her heart. But when he’s assigned to a cold case that points to her as the main suspect, he has no choice but to prove her innocence, because there’s no way he’s going to be the one to take down the only woman he’s ever loved.

The Pulitzer Prize-winning author of the #1 national bestseller Cleopatra unpacks the mystery of the Salem Witch Trials. “The Witches is the fullest and finest story ever told about Salem in 1692, and no one else could tell it with the otherworldly flair of Stacy Schiff.” ―Joseph J. Ellis...

When Glasgow law student David Hunter survives a mysterious attack, he discovers he's a descendant of a long line of witches known as Dream Dancers. Thrust into a hidden world of magic, government conspiracies, and perilous quests, David must master his newfound abilities to protect the mystical Akashic Records—the key to humanity's past, present, and future. Alongside the fiery Jessica Campbell, wise Aunt Gen, and the underworld creature Terence, they face malevolent forces aiming to manipulate reality.

Just when I think I’m getting the hang of this whole “married to a wereape” thing, life throws me a curveball in the form of pregnancy. And let me tell you, pregnancy and magic do not mix well. My cravings are bizarre, my magic is on the fritz, and I’m pretty sure I accidentally hexed the toaster. Twice. But as if dealing with unpredictable magic and hormonal mood swings isn’t enough, an ominous threat shows up, warning me that my baby is in danger. And around here, threats are never just idle words. They’re curses waiting to happen.