LOVED this book! I'm a spoonie, I'm neurodivergent, and identify as a cottage witch but have not practiced, besides celebrating the solstices, for a few years due to illness and my energy level being permanently set to "meh".

This book was made for me! So much so I have requested.... actually DEMANDED it for Christmas from my hubby. Paper version too! Something I save for only the most special of books (or my house would be over run by them... more than it currently is by beads 😁).

It has the perfect, relaxed tone I need in self-help books right now. Sticks to the point without judgement or strict commands. There are rules and instructions given... but in a nice, friendly, chatting over a cuppa sort of way.

Being a 48 year old mum of teens, I'm aware of TikTok, but don't use it. So this book was my first introduction to Andrea. And I was a fan by the end of chapter 1! I did find it a tad sweary... but that's a me problem. I was a sweary person myself when younger, but it's not me anymore... which is why it's a me problem!

For the book nerd side of things: The book is well paced, the format was ebook friendly (not all books I review electronically are) and not only filled with wonderful advice, inspiration, and "we got this" friendship, but gorgeous illustrations too.

If I believed in societies need to categorise us by putting us in boxes - Lazy witchcraft ticked ALL of mine. Highly recommend, and I better get it for Christmas... or, as we call it here Litha!

I had a great time with Lazy Witchcraft for Crazy, Sh*tty Days by Andrea Samayoa. As suggested by the title, you're going to get a lot of swear words in this book, but that's not personally something I mind, so I barely noticed. I appreciate the wide variety of witchcraft presented, at all different energy levels, so there truly is something for everyone. Even if you're having a low or no spoons day. It is beginner focused, so I don't know if advanced practitioners would learn anything new, but it's still nice for getting new ideas and ways of doing things.

I love any book that has to do with witchcraft and spells. I thought this book was perfect for me. I definitely will be buying a physical copy of this book.

I LOVED this book. It is my go to recommendation for all of my Witchy friends. Thank you so much for writing this book!

Finally, a witchy book made for those with chronic illness! Not only that but made by someone with chronic illness! How fing beautiful is this! I loved this book with my whole heart. It had a spoon rating so you knew how much energy it would take so you knew if you could complete the ritual. As some with chronic illness, blessing be to the author!

I definitely found some parts of this to be really interesting and helpful in my practices, but I also think there was some information I skipped over either because I felt it was repeated or I already knew it. For sure helpful!

This was good but it wasn't for me I didn't enjoy this as much as I thought i would. Thankyou for the opportunity to read

This book is fun to read, and is so beautifully laid out. It's a perfect beginner book for one wanting to practice witchcraft. It's colourful, has recipes, explains the reasoning behind ingredients. Best of all, keeps it simple!

I grabbed this from NetGalley on a whim & I’m glad I did! Reading the spells helped me get a good grasp on the religion & I loved the laidback way it was written!

Thank you to NetGalley & the publisher for an advanced copy of this book.

Disclaimer, I am not Wiccan, nor do I practice witchcraft. I was just super intrigued by this book and I find witchcraft incredibly intriguing,

If you don't like some swears thrown into your reading like you're talking to someone working in the trades, you might not love this book.

Coming in as a person who has only really read one other book on witchcraft/spell casting, I found this book very educational. It seems like a book that would work for someone who has never tried witchcraft before, or for someone who is looking for a lazier way of doing so. The beginning of the book is filled with info about the types of things (in general) that you will need. Things like bowls, bottles, types of water, coloured twine/rope, different coloured candles, etc. It was a lot of info to take in so just to aware of that.

Chapter 2 covers manifestation, "the process by which we bring our intentions into fruition, based on the premise that your thoughts create your reality." p. 33 The author does make the point that your don't need to be positive to the point of "toxic positivity." You can be sad, angry, tired or whatever so long as you have backup while doing spell work, the moon. Interesting concept. Author goes so far as to quote Buddha, which I thought was, again, interesting. The author does say she is not a Wiccan, she doesn't follow the religion, that she only practices witchcraft. There are helpful tips and tricks for being successful at manifestation, including a list to help you aim your manifestation towards your true goal.

The spells themselves range from near zero effort to rather involved. Considering she says that she didn't list anything that was too crazy, I dread to think what a complex and serious spell work might look like. I'm thinking Hermione in the bathroom at Hogwarts putting a month's worth of effort into brewing that potion.

As a general outsider looking into this, what I did notice is that you will need an awful lot of stuff to get into witchcraft. Crystals, gemstones, herbs, plants, charcoal, flowers bags, bowls, twine, candles, maybe special paper, tarot cards...bark from certain trees. It's a lot of stuff. The author does list alternatives that might cut down the cost a bit, but still, you will a small wad of cash if you wish to truly get into witchcraft at a full level. And some stuff just can't be substituted in certain recipes/spells, like sandalwood.

The set up of each page was well done. Recipes and such were clear and very easy to read. Nothing was jammed together to save space so there was nothing distracting my eyes from what I was trying to read, which I appreciate cause my brain doesn't always like to focus at the task at hand. The artwork was beautiful. I actually spent quite a bit of time admiring some of it. Someone put a lot of care and attention into each picture and the book as a whole.

Conclusion

Beautifully put together with some gorgeous artwork throughout, this is mostly a beginner friendly book. Just be aware if you want to dive in head first, you're going to need a fair bit of stuff. If you are an old hand at witchcraft, you probably already have most of it. I personally wouldn't mind trying my hand at some of the protection spells!

I love the accessibility and ease of this book! As someone mostly just interested in the practice and knowing more it’s a great no pressure tool to have!

I chose to read this book out of sheer curiosity but it really was hard getting through it with all the swearing that is thrown in for no apparent reason, maybe I should have known with the swearing right on the cover but it never occurred to me that it would be used so often through the entire book. Just wasn’t for me.

This book was a fun read with a casual tone. My favorite things I learned were substitutions for different items in spells. Also, I loved learning zero spoon spells that I can easily do when I've just got nothing left to give that day. I only gave it four stars because there were times that the ingredient lists got long and potentially expensive but otherwise great read!

I've always been interested in witchcraft, this book is perfect and easy to read and understand. Lazy witchcraft is definitely what I need in my life.

I loved this! This is such a good resource for everyone, no matter the level of the craft. The author went through and not only gave so much information, but also substitutes for items that you may not have. Very well written and you can definitely see the authors personality come through.

Thank you to Netgalley, the author, and the publisher for the eARC.

I really enjoyed this book! The tone, the encouragement, and the ease of most of the spells made witchcraft so much more accessible than it usually is. Some of the herbs are not easily available in my country, but knowing what they are to be used for makes it easy to look for substitutions. Big thanks to the author for making witchcraft so much more accessible to those of us who are thrown by the usual elaborate rituals and tools!

Lazy Witchcraft for Crazy, Sh*tty Days by Andrea Samayoa is a the perfect reference book for easy spells that don't require tons of prep work. Her light-hearted yet incredibly blunt tone throughout is so funny and honestly helps with comprehending the rituals or concepts. And the illustrations? Goregous. I can't wait to purchase a physical copy.

A slight formatting issue in the digital version - Any black pages with the grey font were really hard to read even on the brightest setting.

This book is really fun.
It looks at witchcraft but from a more 'easy-going' view. There are hints and tips, rather than set ways of doing things.

It is definitely is a great one for when you want to be witchy but the focus isn't quite there. As a 'spoonie' - and someone who really has to work hard to maintain my energy levels - this book would really really come in handy. I think it would be a great gift for someone who is only just beginning to dip their toe into the witchy and pagan world.

I liked how colourful this book is, the illustrations were really unique and fun. They would def help when having a 'sh*tty day'


Really unique concept - and I can see my self returning to this book for reference time and time again!

In Lazy Witchcraft For Crazy, Shitty Days: Easy Spells and Rituals For When You’re Stressed Out, Wiped Out, Or Just Have No More Spoons to Give, Andrea Samayoa offers a refreshingly accessible guide to witchcraft, specifically designed for those grappling with exhaustion, burnout, or executive dysfunction.

Drawing on her personal experience as the creator of Moon Street Kits and her own challenges with low energy, Samayoa utilizes a “spoon rating” system, ranging from 0 to 10 spoons, to help readers gauge how much energy each spell requires. None of the spells in this collection exceed a five-spoon rating, ensuring they remain within reach even on the most draining of days.

While the book succeeds in providing straightforward and beginner-friendly rituals, branding them as “lazy” spells feels more like a marketing choice than a reflection of the content. These spells are foundational, rather than inherently lazy, and will likely resonate with novice practitioners or those seeking simplicity in their craft.

The correspondences Samayoa provides are generally helpful, though there are a few I disagree with, particularly in her alignment of tarot cards with zodiac signs. However, the author is upfront about the personalized nature of her practice, acknowledging that witchcraft is far from a monolith. This openness invites readers to adapt the material to their own preferences, which adds a layer of flexibility to the text.

One point of contention for me was the frequent use of casual, often crude language throughout the book. The author cusses a lot, including repeated use of words like “fucking,” “bitch,” and “baby.” However, this is true to her brand voice. Cussing is a deliberate choice (there’s a cuss word in the title, so no surprise there) that aligns with her casual, low-pressure approach to witchcraft. This, of course, is a matter of personal taste. It means I am not the target audience for the book and that’s okay. The cussing doesn’t detract from the quality or effectiveness of the spells or rituals. Readers who appreciate a casual tone may find it endearing.

Overall, Lazy Witchcraft is a valuable resource for those who want to engage with witchcraft in a low-effort, low-energy way, particularly for beginners or individuals dealing with chronic fatigue or mental health challenges. Samayoa’s contribution to the genre is approachable and inclusive, though the tone may not be for everyone.

Sidenote: The author is Latina and I will always celebrate the success of a fellow Latina witch. Congrats to Samayoa on her publication.

Thank you to Net Galley for access to this book in exchange for an honest review.

This book is a lifesaver for all the witches out there that have a stressful and busy lifestyle. The book has a lovely Design and the art is to die for. The knowledge is organised in a way that makes it easy to follow.