A good start of candle spells and rituals. Could be adapted if need be. Not a huge selection but a jump off point of spells you could do.

Empower yourself and learn the secrets to powerful candle magic. These powerful spells are life changing. It's appropriate for curious people as well as experienced witches. I thought it was very helpful. I'm delighted to add this one to my personal library.

I enjoyed the information presented and think this would be good for beginners who want to start learning about candle magic. It was accessible and looked beautiful.

Comprehensive and lovingly presented! This book is a treasure trove of magic practices involving candles, yes, but also so much more! What do you need a spell for? This book has it! Every spell, from clearing your space of bad energy to releasing yourself from a hex and from attracting wealth to calming your nerves, is thoughtfully arranged and delivered in detail. This is sure to be an important book in the collection of any modern witch.

As with all of these books, this is beautifully laid out with brilliant illustrations.
It gives you enough information on candle magic, and then sub-divides the subject and gives you extra information along with a fab collection of spells, none of them requires much more than a candle and your intentions. Definitely, a book to invest in if you want to give candle magic a try.

[[Review from an absolute beginner. I have no experience whatsoever with candle magic. Since writing my review, I have read some clear and precise warnings/concerns from an experienced reviewer about different portions of this book and personal safety, which I think would be very wise to hear and acknowledge]]

The pages of this book are really pretty and the overall aesthetic is lovely.

The first half of this book is great for beginners. It mainly focuses on different coloured candles and the rituals/spells/meditations you can perform for each colour. They are all super easy to do as most only require a coloured candle and sometimes some paper.

The second half is a little harder as the spells need more items such as crystals and herbs.

I'd definitely use this book as a beginner. The opening spells are simple and the instructions are easy to follow. And you are free to work your way up to more complex spells in your own time.

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As a practicing pagan I have read quite a few books on varying subjects including candle magic. I have to say the series of books that WellFleet press are producing as a bibliophile are visually pleasing and usually a good reference guide. That said Candle Magic I feel does have a few parts that let it down ever so slightly, especially for a beginner or those who may not have worked with candle magic or spell work previously.

Candle Magic does essentially what is says on the title, it collects several rituals and spells for the curious or seasoned. It is beautifully illustrated and crafted with a pleasing aesthetic. With a good ground base of information I believe this could be an invaluable starting point for those looking to branch out into incorporating candles in their craft be it via spells, mediation, rituals or so on.

The contents I would say is well rounded and a good base however there were a few parts that I felt could have used better wording or further explanation. Unlike some books of the subject we do not have too long an introduction on what candles are and can be used for beyond the relevance to the contents of the book. I feel this is good in some ways but has potential for issues later on with merely a few short sentences at the back regarding the dangers of working with fire and candle magic it does feel a little ‘unguided’ if it is aimed at new participations as it claims. I know it is common sense that fire is dangerous but a couple of sentences near the start could have been useful. Again there is a bit of missing information in regards to adding crystals to your work and how to cleanse or charge these. Indeed all the aspects Radcliffe mentions do work and can be used but there is no mention that you need to check if your crystal can be cleansed a certain way. For example some crystals can be ruined by water or salt or even sunlight. Again someone used to dealing with these things may know but if this book is meant to be accessible to all levels I think a little extra care should be taken when giving advice. The biggest one of these I found was the working with spirits and deities. Something which of course can be done but does or can take a lot of work and patience as well as ensuring no offence is offered. None of these aspects are covered which I felt made the book seem a little lacking. If there was not space or time I feel it would have been better to remove the spell or rituals in question.

All that aside this is good and informative little book if not lacking in some areas. I will definitely be adding a physical copy to my collection.

A book full of all kinds of candle spells. And I loved it! This was an extremely enjoyable read! I highly recommend! I read this book via NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinion.

quick read but had lots of information in this book
couldnt put it down and found it very useful
5 star book

This is a great guide on the basics of how to use candle magic. The book is divided into four types of candle magic: color magic, number magic, crystal magic and herbal magic. Color magic is used to determine which color candle to use depending on your intention. Number involves using different number candles depending on your intention. Crystal magic integrates crystals in the use of these spells and setting intentions. Lastly, herbs are incorporated with the candles depending on the intention as well. These are short, simple spells in which every action fuels the intention.

Great information and spell workings. I really enjoyed the setup of this book to. It's very well organized and written well. Great gift option for the fellow witches in your life that work with candle magic.

Minerva Radcliffe takes a core element of Wicca/Witchcraft that has been studied in a plethora of books over the years and makes it seem fresh and new. The writing is clear and concise so anyone from novice to seasoned practitioner can understand the essence of candle magic.

In addition to color, Radcliffe covers number magic, crystals and herbs as they relate to candle magic, and how each can enhance your practice. The spells and rituals included in the book are simple and can be easily adapted to a individual's style or a specific tradition.

Overall, Candle Magic by Minerva Radcliffe is a welcomed addition to the vast trove of magical books and will surely find a home on many practitioners' shelves.

I initially recognized Radcliffe from some of her other works, so I was excited to see what this one had to offer! As I felt about her other books, I got the impression that this is geared more towards beginners. The first section is especially beginner friendly, which includes a good mix of standard candle magic rituals. They were all very comprehensive, and the spells mainly required only basic ingredients that were easily obtainable. As the book progresses, it branches off into sections on candle magic using numerology, crystals, and herbs. These spells gradually get more complex and require more ingredients and preparation. I particularly enjoyed the numerology candle spells portion, which intrigued me because I hadn't read about utilizing numerology to harness the power of angel numbers in previous candle magic books. The pages are also beautifully illustrated, and I imagine they must be even more vibrant and dreamy in print. Overall I think this is an excellent read if you’re just getting started with candle magic and want to learn about a wide variety of methods!

Thanks for the arc NetGalley and Quatro Publishing for the opportunity to view this arc.

I am pretty disappointed with the cultural appropriation already in this book, and I'm going to dnf it at page 18/19. Sage and Palo Santo are over harvested herbs which are sacred to many Indigenous peoples, and people who aren't Indigenous shouldn't be encouraged to use them. You can use things like dried garden sage or rosemary instead, and this should be advertised in books and not items from closed practises.

Using a candle to find your "animal totem"?? Like, points given for not saying spirit animal, but then those points are immediately taken back by saying animal totem. Not cool, extra cringey, and still appropriation.

I've read other books on ruins and crystals, this is the first one I've read that puts candles at the center, which is nice because it is much more accessible. I also appreciate that it gets to the point without several chapters of background on what a candle is, as some books are want to do.

Very Enchanting

I love all the vibrant colors used in this book. Very pleasing to look at.

The author states that the world around us is painted in color, that colors can create a sense of comfort, bring joy, stimulate the senses, and soothe anxiety, and that colored candles carry significant meanings, strengthening spell work.

She gives a brief summary of the meaning of a few of the most common colors, and provides several spells/rituals from white candle meditation, home blessing candle spell to communicating with your higher self.

Additionally, the author provides several spells correlating to numbers, and some crystal spells. I am particularly intrigued by the Banishing Negative Energy spell. There are many spells in this book. They are simple and easy to understand and perform.

This book of beautiful spell is a jewel for beginners.

All of my appreciation to NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review. Overall, I rate this 3/5 stars.

The visuals are stunning, and the use of teal and gold hues was pleasing to the eye. The font was easy to read, and the language used was accessible, offering explanations when needed. The writing style was friendly and inviting. My favorite spells were Welcome Home Nature (page 42), a ritual to invite something taken from nature into your home, and It's Your Lucky Day (page 148), a spell to attract fortune with simple ingredients. I liked that the spells were divided into sections by material, and while numerology isn't my cup of tea, I'm sure it will be a massive help to anyone invested in sacred geometry and angel numbers. The ingredient lists were rather long and could stand to suggest more individual alternatives rather than universal substitutes such as rosemary and clear quartz. It's not until the conclusion that the book states you don't have to use all the herbs, crystals, and approaches listed. I think it would be beneficial in future editions to move this to the front!

Although it markets itself as having mass appeal in terms of subject matter, I do think this book is more geared towards younger audiences that are new to practicing witchcraft. However, I have some concerns with this consideration in mind. There are frequent mentions of calling upon deities or spirits without fully clarifying that it's okay not to do so. For a seasoned witch, this may not be an issue, but for someone that's newer to this, there may be a sense of obligation. This is especially important for the creativity spell on page 94, where the reader is invited to create an altar and call upon the goddess Sadv to ask for her blessing. I feel that the inclusion of this spell is out of place and fails to inform a reader who isn't already aware that this needs to be approached with gravity.

Something else that I found concerning was that the author seemed almost cavalier at times about proper safety while performing candle magic. There was no note on page 84 about researching which crystals are safe to put in water, salt, or direct sunlight. Without proper care, they can become damaged by any of these elements. The potion you create on page 143 is peppermint tea but is recommended to be carried around with you everywhere to drink without regards to temperature or the eventuality of the mixture spoiling. However, the most alarming content that is included in this book is on page 126. Ironically, a spell for wisdom recommends a course of action that is deeply unwise. While there are some precautions listed such as wearing oven mitts and keeping sand on hand, it says you should mix epsom salts and rubbing alcohol then set it on fire! It mentions the fire will be twice the height of the cauldron but has zero consideration for the noxious fumes this will create or how to ensure that you or the space around you is truly fire safe. I'm worried someone could get seriously hurt by this,

Keep in mind that in the back of the book it says in small print, quote: "For entertainment purposes only. Do not attempt any spell, recipe, procedure, or prescription in this book. The author, publisher, packager, manufacturer, distributor, and their collective agents waive all liability for the reader's use or application of any of the text herein. Use great caution when working with fire by having plenty of water or a fire extinguisher at the ready." Do not use water to put out an alcohol or chemical fire. Smother it if possible, otherwise use the latter suggestion they give. The onus is put on the reader to not be endangered, which I find highly irresponsible. The statement then continues, "The Quarto Group denounces any and all forms of hate, discrimination, and oppression and does not condone the use of its products in any practices aimed at harming or demeaning any group or individual." I believe this statement refers to the spell on page 18, which invites you to "Meet Your Animal Totem" and acknowledges the culturally appropriative nature of the term, even if it does ask for you to show respect to the spirit.

Despite this, I still think this is a solid introduction to candle magic. It provides templates to build off of and the instructions are easy to follow. A witch with a cautious head on their shoulders should be perfectly safe as they perform these spells. Cast with care and have fun, my friends!

A short but sweet introduction to candle magic. It explains color, numerology, crystals and herbs combined with the elements. Beautifully designed and well written in easy to understand language. The short recipe-like spells excite to start practicing. A great little book for beginners.
Thank you Netgalley and Quarto Publishing for the ARC.

This was my first introduction to candle magic, and although I don't really know much about witchcraft, I've read a few books on the topic recently. As someone who is not very knowledgable about this sort of thing, Radcliffe provides a comprehensive yet easy to understand overview on this subject. It's a pleasure to read, with an overtly upbeat tone. She explores how candles, numbers, and crystals can all play a role in magical practice, and offers easy to use spells that don't require a ton of difficult to obtain materials.

I especially liked that the majority of these spells can be easily done for beginners, and that they can be easily tweaked or adjusted to meet your needs. However, a couple of the spells assumed that practitioners would have an understanding of things that beginners (like me) might not understand, like what an athame is, or how exactly to cleanse a space, and a few were difficult to understand how to put into practice, but overall, this was an excellent guide for beginners.

I love this book! It is so very positive and uplifting . The magic is easily doable and all you really need is a candle , The colors are explained and of course white is a candle that goes with everything. I like this book because it doesnt ask for lots of stuff that is hard to get or expensive. The magic is affirming and based on good energy that will last. Simple but interesting and very well illustrated.