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The Witch's Bookshelf
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A shelf of stories that linger—books I’ve loved, thought about long after the final page, and can’t help but recommend. If it’s here, it’s a little bit magic. ♥
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Indie Gems
 
Comfort Reads
 
Dark & Twisted Tales
 
Fantasy & Escapism
 
Books That Ruined Me (Lovingly)
 
Couldn't Put It Down

Indie Gems

Stories from indie authors that deserve to be seen, loved, and talked about more. Hidden treasures, unique voices, and books that stayed with me long after the last page. ♥

 
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The sequel to Mind's Horizon of the OEI Archives. Eric is a brilliant writer and I cannot wait for book three!
Cthulhu: Grimoire by Eric Malikyte, Paperback
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Comfort Reads

The books I return to when I need something soft, familiar, and grounding. Cozy, comforting, and always there when I need them most. ♥

 
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I'm a sucker for the Practical Magic Stories.
Magic Lessons (The Prequel to Practical Magic) by Alice Hoffman, Paperback
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I learned reading this that I am definitely more like Aunt Francis.
The Rules of Magic by Alice Hoffman, Paperback
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The book that started it all and my favorite of the series.
Practical Magic (25th Anniversary Edition) by Alice Hoffman, Paperback
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I may have cried at the end of this book but still absolutely love it.
The Book of Magic (Practical Magic 2): A Novel by Alice Hoffman, Paperback
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Dark & Twisted Tales

Morally gray characters, heavy themes, and stories that linger in the shadows. Not always easy—but always unforgettable. ♥

 
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I couldn't put it down. Level 4 on my spicy rating system.
Grotesque by Allison Paige, Paperback
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Stacy is one of my Auto-buy authors. And this is where you should start if you want a good dark chiller thriller to enjoy.
A Flicker in the Dark by Stacy Willingham
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Stacy's second book released and again a book I could not stop reading.
All the Dangerous Things: A Novel by Stacy Willingham
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Stacy's third book and OH MY GODDESS it was amazing. Can you tell I have a thing for her books?
Only If You're Lucky: A Novel by Stacy Willingham, Paperback
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Stacy's fourth release and she gave us three plot twists…. THREE PLOT TWISTS!!!
Forget Me Not: A Novel by Stacy Willingham, Hardcover
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Reading this book was so eye opening to where the world could be headed with the current events.
Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler, Paperback
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This is the sequel to Parable of the Sower.... And truly shows more of what we could be headed for with the way the world is.
Parable of the Talents by Octavia E. Butler, Paperback
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Fantasy & Escapism

Worlds to get lost in, magic to believe in, and stories that pull you somewhere far beyond the ordinary. ♥

 
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I came late to the FW Game but I absolutely loved the story and world that Rebecca is crafting.
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros, Paperback
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Iron Flame was a hefty sequel to FW, but let me tell you, I enjoyed the pacing and how it felt.
Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros, Paperback
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Onyx Storm.... The ending was painful but reading Xaden's never ending love letter to Violet was beautiful.
Onyx Storm (Wing and Claw Collection) by Rebecca Yarros, Hardcover
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Books That Ruined Me (Lovingly)

The ones that broke my heart, wrecked me emotionally, and somehow made me love them even more for it. Proceed with caution. ♥

 
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I cried.. Absolutely bawled at the end of this book.
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V. E. Schwab, Paperback
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Couldn't Put It Down

Fast-paced, addictive reads that had me hooked from the first page to the last. The “just one more chapter” kind of books. ♥

 
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This also totally belongs under Dark & Twisted Tales. I could not put this down when I started it. Eric's writing is absolutely AMAZING.
Mind's Horizon by Eric Malikyte, Paperback
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Beginner-Friendly Magic

Easy-to-get-into reads for when you’re starting fresh or just want something approachable and engaging. No pressure—just good stories. ♥

 
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One of my recommended starting points. Juliet is amazing!
Witchery: Embrace the Witch Within by Juliet Diaz, Paperback
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I highly recommend this when it comes to working with local flora + fauna so that you are educated.
Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the ...
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Another great introduction into the practice as well as learning to decolonize your practice.
The Altar Within: A Radical Devotional Guide to Liberate the Divine Self
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