num_pages: 248
description: A touching and thought-provoking account of how a woman explored a spectrum of religionsancient and newand ended up unexpectedly becoming a bona fide witchplus 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 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).
language: English
title: Witch, Please: A Memoir: Finding Magic in Modern Times
publisher: Apollo Publishers