Kate West, renowned author and leading authority on Witchcraft, shares her expertise in The Real Witches' Craft. A bestseller in the United Kingdom, this trusted guide to magic is for modern Witches who wish to hone their spellworking skills. No shortcuts or gimmicks here—instead, West explores the fine points of real spellcraft, illustrated with stories from her own life. Chapter by chapter, you get seasoned practical guidance and time-proven exercises for building the skills crucial for practicing powerful, effective magic. Work with the five elements • Raise and direct energy • Craft spellsVisualize magical intent • Create power • Work on the astral planeDraw down the Moon and Sun • Use magical timing • Invoke DeitiesKeep a Book of Shadows • Fix spells that go wrong  
