Tabitga the witch is a fascinating character from folklore and mythology. She is often depicted as a powerful and mysterious woman with extraordinary abilities. In many stories, Tabitga is portrayed as a seductress who uses her magic to enchant and manipulate those around her. Legend has it that Tabitga was born with natural magical powers. From a young age, she was able to control the elements, cast spells, and communicate with the supernatural. Her powers were so strong that she became feared and respected by her community.

Secondhand Spirits

Lily Ivory is not your average witch. Her spell-casting powers tend to draw mischievous spirits while keeping normal humans at a distance. But now her vintage clothing store could give her a chance to make friends in San Francisco.

Lily hopes for a normal life when she opens Aunt Cora's Closet. With her magical knack for vintage fashion -she can sense vibrations of the past from clothing and jewelry—her store becomes a big hit.

But when a client is murdered and children start disappearing from the Bay Area, Lily may be the only one who can unravel the crime. She tries to keep her identity a secret while investigating, but it's not easy—especially under the spells of sexy "mythbuster" Max Carmichael and powerful witch Aidan Rhodes. Will Lily's witchy ways be forced out of the closet?

Genres MysteryCozy MysteryParanormalFantasyWitchesFictionUrban Fantasy

314 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published July 7, 2009

About the author

Juliet Blackwell (aka Julie Goodson-Lawes, aka Hailey Lind) started out life in Palo Alto, California, born of a Texan mother and a Yankee father. The family soon moved to what were, at the time, the sticks of Cupertino, an hour south of San Francisco. Walking to and from kindergarten every day she would indulge in her earliest larcenous activity: stealing walnuts and apricots from surrounding orchards.

By the time she graduated middle school, the orchards were disappearing and the valley at the southern tip of the San Francisco Bay had become the cradle of the silicon semi-conductor. A man named Steve Jobs was working in his garage in Cupertino, just down the street. Juliet's father advised his daughters to enter the lucrative and soon-to-flourish field of computers.

"Bah" said Juliet, as she went on to major in Latin American Studies at the University of California, Santa Cruz (they had, by far, the best parties of any department). Rather than making scads of money in computers, she read, painted, learned Spanish and a little French and Vietnamese, lived in Spain and traveled through Europe, Mexico, and Central America. She had a very good time.

Juliet pursued graduate degrees in Anthropology and Social Work at the State University of New York at Albany, where she published several non-fiction articles on immigration as well as one book-length translation. Fascinated with other cultural systems, she studied the religions, folklore and medical beliefs of peoples around the world, especially in Latin America. Juliet taught the anthropology of health and health care at SUNY-Albany, and worked as an elementary school social worker in upstate New York. She also did field projects in Mexico and Cuba, studied in Spain, Italy, and France, worked on a BBC production in the Philippines, taught English as a second language in San Jose, and learned how to faux finish walls in Princeton, New Jersey. After having a son, moving back to California, and abandoning her half-written dissertation in cultural anthropology, Juliet started painting murals and portraits for a living. She has run her own mural/faux finish design studio in Oakland, across the bay from San Francisco, for more than a decade. She specializes in the aesthetic renovation of historic homes.

Finally, to round out her tour of lucrative careers, Juliet turned to writing. Under the pseudonym of Hailey Lind, Juliet penned the Art Lover's Mystery Series with her sister Carolyn, about an ex-art forger trying to go straight by working as a muralist and faux finisher in San Francisco. The first of these, Feint of Art, was nominated for an Agatha Award; Shooting Gallery and Brush with Death were both IMBA bestsellers, and Arsenic and Old Paint is now available from Perseverance Press.

Juliet's Witchcraft Mystery series, about a witch who finally finds a place to fit in when she opens a vintage clothes shop on Haight Street in San Francisco, allows Juliet to indulge yet another interest—the world of witchcraft and the supernatural. Ever since her favorite aunt taught her about reading cards and tea leaves, Juliet has been fascinated with seers, conjurers, and covens from many different cultures and historic traditions. As an anthropologist, the author studied and taught about systems of spirituality, magic, and medicine throughout the world, especially in Latin America. Halloween is by far her favorite holiday.

When not writing, painting, or haranguing her funny but cynical teenaged son, Juliet spends a lot of time restoring her happily haunted house and gardening with Oscar the cat, who ostensibly belongs to the neighbors but won't leave her alone. He started hanging around when Juliet started writing about witches. funny coincidence.

How To Tell If You’re A Natural-Born Witch

Whether you realize it or not, there is an entire group of people who are tuned into a universal energy that the rest of the world ignores - they’re called witches and they’re all around us.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re connected to something bigger than yourself, or that you’re just more in tune with nature than others are, then you might just be picking up on your own witchiness and it’s time to discover how you fit into the coven. Witches are real. They live and work among us while doing their best to keep the universe in alignment, but how do you know if you’re one of the few who has the ability to act in harmony with the unseen world? The following signs that you're a witch will help you determine whether or not you’re a true witch, and then it’s up to you to decide what to do with your newfound abilities.

Are you a witch? If you don’t know, but have always had a sneaking suspicion that you might be, these facts will help you determine if you’re a twisted sister or just a Wiccan wannabe. Even if you aren’t a natural-born witch, there are still a few ways for you to become a witch and they’ve been laid out plainly for you below - now it’s just up to you to take your destiny by the broom.

Her powers were so strong that she became feared and respected by her community. Tabitga's abilities were not always used for good, however. It is said that she would sometimes use her magic for dark purposes, such as cursing her enemies or causing chaos in her village.

Do You Feel Like An Outsider?

How do you spend most of your days? If you're hanging out with the cheerleading squad, or gabbing with your large group of friends, then you're probably not a witch. But if you dealt with depression as a teen and found yourself preferring to hang out by yourself in your room or in mother nature, then you may very well be a witch. Keep in mind that simply hanging out by yourself isn't a good enough reason to consider yourself a witch, you also need to have some of the other qualities mentioned on this list.

Many believed that she had made a pact with the devil, giving her even greater access to powerful forces. Despite her often malevolent actions, Tabitga also had a reputation for being a healer. She was known to possess potions and remedies that could cure ailments and diseases. People would seek her out for help, even though they were wary of her powers. Tabitga's physical appearance is often described as otherworldly. She is said to have long, flowing hair, piercing eyes, and a captivating voice. Her beauty and charm were said to be irresistible, making her all the more dangerous. In some tales, Tabitga meets a tragic end. It is said that her powers eventually consumed her, and she either perished or was banished from her village. Others believe that she still exists, hidden away in forests or caves, using her magic in secret. Tabitga the witch remains a figure of intrigue and fascination in both folklore and popular culture. Her complex character and powerful abilities continue to capture the imagination of people around the world..

Reviews for "The Spiritual Teachings of Tabitga the Witch"

1. John - 2 stars - I found "Tabitga the witch" to be incredibly underwhelming. The story was predictable, the characters lacked depth, and the writing felt flat. I was expecting a thrilling and captivating magical adventure, but instead, I was left feeling bored and disappointed. The plot felt like a rehash of countless other witch-related stories I've read before, without bringing anything new or exciting to the table. Overall, "Tabitga the witch" failed to live up to the hype and left me craving for something more original and engaging.

2. Sarah - 1 star - I can't even begin to express how much I disliked "Tabitga the witch". The writing was amateurish, filled with cliches and poorly constructed sentences. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked any relatability or growth throughout the story. The plot was poorly executed, with several inconsistencies and plot holes that left me confused and frustrated. I couldn't connect with the story or feel invested in any of the events that unfolded. "Tabitga the witch" was a disappointing read that I would not recommend to anyone seeking a quality fantasy novel.

3. David - 2 stars - "Tabitga the witch" had potential, but ultimately fell short. The world-building was lackluster, with little explanation or exploration of the magical elements that were teased. The pacing was uneven, with slow and dragging moments that made it hard to stay engaged in the story. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, making it difficult to connect with the characters or believe in their interactions. While the concept of "Tabitga the witch" was intriguing, the execution left much to be desired. Overall, it was a forgettable read that didn't leave a lasting impression.

The Mysterious Coven of Tabitga the Witch