WitchLit Podcast

Dec 11 2024 141 ep. 59 mins 25
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WitchLit Podcast is a place to talk about the craft of writing and writing the craft, featuring interviews with pagan and occult authors of fiction and nonfiction

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Amanda Hughes

Dec 11 2024 55 mins  
Amanda Hughes is a storyteller, and that story may me told as a novel, a poem, a guide, or the journey through the tarot Major Arcana. We talk about her work, her upcoming Mystic Storyteller tarot deck and guide to using the tarot in your writing, and all the joys and challenges of self-publishing. You can find Amanda's novels, published as A. Lee Hughes on Amazon and the Mystic St

Dawn Aurora Hunt

Dec 04 2024 68 mins  
Dawn Aurora Hunt joined me to talk about her new Culinary Oracle Deck as well as writing books for kitchen witches and running her Aurora Cucina food business which offers everything from infused olive oils to gluten free mixes. Unsurprisingly, we talk about food a lot, because that's what happens when you put microphones in front of two kitchen witches. You can find all of Dawn's

TJ Green

Nov 27 2024 56 mins  
TJ Green joined me to talk about the journey of self-publishing, weaving folklore into fiction, and all the challenges that come with magical world building over a long series. TJ's books and audio books are available in all the usual spots and you can find out about new releases and events on her website. You can also follow TJ on Instagram. Please support Black, indigenous, queer

Siri Vincent Plouff

Nov 20 2024 58 mins  
Siri Vincent Plouff joined me to discuss the transition from teaching live courses to writing, the importance of community in heathenry, the cultural nuances of runes, and the challenges of navigating social media. Queering the Runes is available wherever you buy books but you can support Siri's work by purchasing it from their bookstore Lore Books. You can also follow Siri's work

Hallows Bonus Episode with Marshall WSL

Oct 31 2024 62 mins  
Happy Halloween and Blessed Samhain, witches! Marshall the Witch of Southern Light joins me again to talk about his new book The Red Mother for this Hallows bonus episode. We chat about writing the sophomore book, magical storytelling, and going deep on the lore of the characters he brought to life in Cunning Words. We're taking a bit of a season break and we'll return on November

Marielle Thompson

Oct 23 2024 56 mins  
Marielle Thompson joined me to chat about how her love for Edinburgh and its history inspired her latest novel The Last Witch in Edinburgh, which covers ideas of identity, belonging, and the politics of witch trials, wrapped in a love letter to her former home. We also talk about the power of representation in books, witchcraft (of course), and weaving folklore into contemporary na

Kate Freuler

Oct 16 2024 55 mins  
Author Kate Freuler joins me to talk about her new book Magic at the Crossroads: The Devil in Modern Witchcraft. We discuss the intersection of witchcraft and the devil, the impact of cultural myths, and how writing can be therapeutic. We also go deep on the complexities of modern witchcraft, societal misconceptions, and cultural panics. Magic at the Crossroads is available whereve

Lilith Dorsey

Oct 09 2024 57 mins  
The enchanting Lilith Dorsey joined me to discuss their journey from filmmaking to writing, their experiences with tarot, and the magical allure of New Orleans. We also chat about their latest book, Tarot Every Witch Way, and the connection between tarot cards, recipes, and music. Tarot Every Witch Way is available wherever you buy books and direct from Llewellyn. You can also find

Wren Jones

Oct 02 2024 54 mins  
Author Wren Jones joined me to discuss her journey from cozy reader to cozy writer, the challenges of self-publishing, and the importance of representation in literature. Wren shares insights into her latest book and the process of magical world-building. Practical Potions and Premeditated Murder is available from Amazon and you can find all of Wren's social media links and informa

Bonus: Conjuring the Commonplace

Sep 11 2024 57 mins  
Laine Fuller and Cory Thomas Hutcheson join me on (or near) the one year anniversary of the release of Conjuring the Commonplace. Laine and Cory talk about their writing process for this book and what it’s like to work together on the New World Witchery podcast for almost 15 years. I get to play both interviewer and talk about editing and publishing. Conjuring the Commonplace is