Then the last few years happened, and, feeling lost, hopeless and powerless, and like the activist work I was doing meant nothing in the face of the rise of bigotry on local and global scales, I turned back to magic (I know that some witches spell it magick, but I’ve never liked that particular spelling — just personal preference). And I wasn’t alone. Helped along by Instagram and TikTok, a new wave of modern witchcraft has taken hold, with witches casting spells for everything from social justice to self care. People are focusing on connecting with nature, deities or ancestors, honing their visualisation skills, and creating magical space. Two decades after my first forays into witchcraft, I’m back and loving it more than ever. There are multiple resources out there for any budding witches, and online communities and support for anyone wanting to develop their craft. And there are many brilliant witch spell books out there for witches old and new, wanting to build on their magical practice. Here are some of my favourites. If you want more resources on how to get started in witchcraft, try our list of The Best Books for Beginner Witches. For a comprehensive list of witchy fact and fiction, look at 100 Must-Read Books About Witches.
