My previous book on crystals grew from my love of collecting and working with stones, and was based on the pieces in my collection. Naturally, like all collectors, I am constantly adding new pieces and finding new ways to use them. There was no way to fit everything I wanted to share in that first book, and I have acquired more pieces since then as well. So, the only logical thing to do was to begin a second book.
This book contains new material but may refer to and build upon skills mentioned in The Book of Crystal Spells. I have listened to reviewers and interviewers, as well as those who contacted me online, and have tried to include areas of interest that were requested. However, if a piece you love is missing, please accept my apologies. There’s only so much room in a book, and I don’t own every mineral (unfortunately!). Some chapters are sorted by style—for example, grids and tarot; others are grouped by type of stone—quartz points and chalcedony. There’s a chapter for sabbat and esbat rituals, and a chapter on stones specifically for enhancing your sixth sense. The first chapter is an in-depth exploration of using salt in magic, and you’ll also find a chapter that contains an interesting assortment of special rock and mineral formations. You can read the chapters in order or jump around. The appendix has been expanded in this book, with more than twenty new stones. And, just as before, I’ve included them because they’re stones with which I have hands-on experience.
This book was written mainly with Wiccan practitioners in mind, as well as anyone interested in folk magic, modern Witchcraft, or even Western ceremonial magic. As it is assumed the reader already has a basic knowledge of one or more of these areas, specific directions for preparation of ritual space, circle casting, and so on, are not included.
In addition, since methods of cleansing, charging, and dedicating stones were explored in the previous book, those subjects are not addressed here. I believe a good sequel builds upon its predecessor and takes the reader into new territory. As with the previous book, I’d like to point out this is not a book of crystal healing, but there are some spells for generating healing energy. Crystal magic and crystal healing are different practices, but there is some overlap.
Just as before, I have included rhyming chants with most of the spells and meditations. From my perspective, this helps with visualization and affirming one’s intent. Rhymes and rhythm make chants easier to remember and repeat. However, feel free to write personal statements instead or simply remain silent—make these spells your own. No matter which type of magic you practice, remember to focus your attention and avoid your rituals and spells becoming simply recitation of words. Visualization and intent are vital to your success—the power is inside you. Just saying words or performing an action is not enough.
Thank you, readers, for joining me in the love of crystals.
Happy spellcasting!