SPELL IT CORRECTLY
In writing Spell It Correctly, author Tish Owen calls on her nearly two decades of experience reading Tarot and crafting spells for the clientele of her alternative spirituality store, Goddess and the Moon in Nashville, Tennessee. However, just as important, she draws deeply from her wide-ranging knowledge of various spiritual paths, including the fact that she was raised in the Catholic Church.
Written in her signature "Southern Folk" and often humorous style, she offers an in-depth look at magic, spellcraft, and how it works - for everyone, not just Witches. Spell It Correctly includes Tish's own personally crafted, practical spells for everything from ending an addiction to stopping gossip, and even help with finding a job.
Mike Gleason, the widely published literary reviewer of Pagan and Alternative Spirituality books has weighed in on Tish Owen's upcoming release, Spell It Correctly:
"If you have read Tish Owen's previously published book, Chasing the Rainbow (see my review at http://www20.brinkster.com/gleasonreview/ ), you know why I enjoy reading her work. She writes in a friendly, chatty style, while still conveying the essential information. Even when I'm not really a big fan of the topic (and I don't really like spell books), I enjoy how she presents the information.
Tish has made every effort to make the spells she provides easy to accomplish. The instructions are clear; the basics are repeated as needed (you can't say "I forgot" because she won't let you forget); and the ingredients are, for the most part, easily obtainable. Add to that the fact that she provides encouragement for the reader to create their own spells, and you have a well-written spell book.
Tish provides spells for a variety of uses from breaking an addiction to stopping gossip. While she may not have dealt with EVERY eventuality, she has certainly dealt with a significant number of potential situations. You should be able to find inspiration for almost any use within the covers of this book.
Tish is an author who knows how to get her lessons across. You won't want to "read" this book, you'll want to refer to it. Read the first few and last few sections of the book ("If At First You Don't Succeed…Read the Directions", "Real Magic", "Different Methods of Spellwork", "Glossary", and "References/Resources") and use the rest of it as needed.
You won't find a lot of ceremonial in her spells. Tish writes for the average individual. It is easy to see why she is one of the up and coming authors being published by WillowTree Press. I hope to see a lot more of her work in the future."
"Tish Owen never fails to delight, surprise, and most importantly - educate! One of the most comprehensive, yet easy to understand spell books out there by someone living and breathing magick, and helping others do the same. I love it!"
-- Christopher Penczak
Bestselling Author of
The Inner Temple of Witchcraft and
The Witches Coin
CHASING THE RAINBOW
Spell It Correctly is Tish Owen's second book. Her first, Chasing The Rainbow, is a quintessential guide and handbook for facilitating successful pagan festivals.
"This book is a festival organizer's bible! All Hail Tish Owen."
Rev. Duane Marshall,
Pagan Pride Board Member
"Don't even think of planning your next festival before reading Chasing the Rainbow. Stuffed with the practical advice of someone who knows, the information found in this wonderful book will quickly turn any mediocre festival into a celebratory event. Tish Owen is, indeed, my new Goddess!"
- Dorothy Morrison, author of Everyday Magic
"Tish offers plenty of suggestions and personal experiences to illustrate the joys, and sorrows, of running a festival. After reading this book you will, I hope, have more understanding of what the festival organizers have gone through in order to attract you, your friends, and all those VIPs to the festival."
- Mike Gleason, nationally syndicated reviewer
"I cannot think of anyone better qualified to do this than Tish Owen, who coordinates one of the best organized events I have attended. This is a must read for anyone creating or working in Pagan Gatherings of any kind."
- Ann Moura, author of Green Witchcraft
"I just finished Chasing the Rainbow by Tish Owen. What a great book! It was written for those crazy enough to want to organize festivals but I think it should be on the reading list of everyone that wants to attend a festival too. It is well-written in a conversational tone with a lot of really funny comments. Best of all, it offers great insight into what the festival coordinators and staff members go through to put on an event. As a former festival coordinator and someone that attends A LOT of festivals each year, I really appreciate Tish's wisdom in every area, particularly the advice for pagan parents. I've been to some fantastic festivals, some ok festivals, and some that I wish I could wipe from my memory. This book should be required reading for everyone involved in putting on an event!"
- Kristin Madden, Shamaism Portal