Char the witch nitwit There once was a witch named Char. She lived in a small cottage in the heart of the forest. Char was known for her magical abilities, but unfortunately, she wasn't the smartest witch out there. **Char often made silly mistakes and mixed up her spells.** One day, she was trying to create a potion to make herself invisible, but instead, she turned herself into a frog. Another time, she attempted to conjure a rainstorm, but ended up flooding her own house instead.
“Hilariously conversational, deceptively deep, and phenomenally illustrated, Enchantments will blow your mind and make you laugh while imparting expert knowledge of witchcraft and why it’s so needed today.”—Natasha Lyonne, actress and producer
“Imagine that your best friend, a supremely cool, funny, and irreverent person, is also a witch willing to educate and inspire you toward your own witchy practice with humor, sass, and intelligence. Wouldn’t that be the greatest? Thankfully, Mya Spalter has written Enchantments, a book infused with jokes, real talk, occult know-how, stylish lingo, and serious best-friendliness. Enchantments has totally jump-started my own practice, and I am feeling the results daily. This book is magic—literally!”—Michelle Tea, author of Modern Tarot
“Part memoir, part recipe book, and part poetry collection, Enchantments lets readers in on the great secret of all witchcraft—that being a witch is about being free to be yourself. In a spirit of collaboration and community and with limber humor and wit, Mya Spalter empowers all of us to be the best magical practitioners we can be. A future classic for both new and experienced witches, or anyone in the mood for a little divination.”—Dorothea Lasky, author of Milk and co-creator of Astro Poets
“All the things you’ve always wanted to know about becoming a witch but were afraid to ask! We can all use more magic in our lives in these trying times, and Enchantments will help us get started. Now who wants to join my coven and cast some spells?!”—Kimya Dawson, singer/songwriter, The Moldy Peaches
Natasha Lyonne, actress and producer Imagine that your best friend, a supremely cool, funny, and irreverent person, is also a witch willing to educate and inspire you toward your own witchy practice with humor, sass, and intelligence. CROFTON CROKER The Lady of Gollerus 1825 WILHELM GRIMM Snow White and Rose Red 1837 WILLIAM MAKEPEACE THACKERAY Bluebeard s Ghost 1843 NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE Feathertop 1846 HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN The Shadow 1847 GOTTFRIED KELLER Spiegel the Cat 1856 THEODOR STORM Hinzelmeier 1857 GEORGE MACDONALD The Day Boy and the Night Girl 1879 FRANK STOCKTON The Griffin and the Minor Canon 1885 MARY DE MORGAN The Three Clever Kings 1888 OSCAR WILDE The Fisherman and His Soul 1891 HOWARD PYLE Where to Lay the Blame 1895 HUGO VON HOFMANNSTHAL The Tale of the 672nd Night 1895 LAURENCE HOUSMAN A Chinese Fairy-Tale 1898 L.
Another time, she attempted to conjure a rainstorm, but ended up flooding her own house instead. **The other witches in the forest laughed at Char** and called her a nitwit. They would often play pranks on her, making her think she had lost her powers or turning her broomstick into a rubber chicken.
Enchantments: Find the Magic in Yourself: A Beginner Witch's Guide (Hardcover)
This illustrated guide to altars, candles, tarot, and spell-building will teach you to protect your energy, honor your intuition, raise your vibration—and tap into your inner-witch.
“Enchantments will blow your mind and make you laugh while imparting expert knowledge of witchcraft and why it’s so needed today.”—NATASHA LYONNE
Mya Spalter spent years among candles, herbs, cats, witchy gifts, and spells as an employee at New York City’s oldest occult shop, Enchantments. In this beautifully illustrated book, Spalter sets out to share ways that she’s found to live life magically and maintain spiritual connection with the elements and the universe.
Spalter, a practicing witch herself, explores Wiccan history and offers an approachable compendium of witchcraft and magical knowledge that will equip you to construct your own original spells, build rituals around your intuition, harness the power of crystals, and create spell candles that can be used by witches everywhere. With Enchantments, Spalter creates a supportive and nonjudgmental space for you to become your own unique kind of witch.
Black and queer, Spalter has written this friendly, inclusive guide to witchcraft that will teach anyone how to:
• Build an altar: Find the right tools to model the grace and beauty you aspire to find in your life.
• Cast a self-love spell on yourself: Recognize your own strength and power to inspire happiness and fulfillment.
• Clear out negative energies: Identify and rid yourself of the things holding you back.
• Set meaningful intentions: Create daily practices that positively affect yourself and the world—and witches—around you.
You will learn why certain colors can help raise your vibrations, how to mix herbs for witchcraft, the keys to banishing unfriendly spirits (with cleansing rituals or even a dance party), and invaluable instructions in the timeless arts of astrology, tarot, crystals, and finding a parking spot downtown.
Open this book and enchant your own life!
About the Author
Mya Spalter is a writer, editor, and lifelong New Yorker. A longtime employee at Enchantments, New York’s oldest occult shop, she writes nonfiction about witchcraft and poetry about science. She lives in Brooklyn with her husband and son.
Praise For…
“Hilariously conversational, deceptively deep, and phenomenally illustrated, Enchantments will blow your mind and make you laugh while imparting expert knowledge of witchcraft and why it’s so needed today.”—Natasha Lyonne, actress and producer
“Imagine that your best friend, a supremely cool, funny, and irreverent person, is also a witch willing to educate and inspire you toward your own witchy practice with humor, sass, and intelligence. Wouldn’t that be the greatest? Thankfully, Mya Spalter has written Enchantments, a book infused with jokes, real talk, occult know-how, stylish lingo, and serious best-friendliness. Enchantments has totally jump-started my own practice, and I am feeling the results daily. This book is magic—literally!”—Michelle Tea, author of Modern Tarot
“Part memoir, part recipe book, and part poetry collection, Enchantments lets readers in on the great secret of all witchcraft—that being a witch is about being free to be yourself. In a spirit of collaboration and community and with limber humor and wit, Mya Spalter empowers all of us to be the best magical practitioners we can be. A future classic for both new and experienced witches, or anyone in the mood for a little divination.”—Dorothea Lasky, author of Milk and co-creator of Astro Poets
“All the things you’ve always wanted to know about becoming a witch but were afraid to ask! We can all use more magic in our lives in these trying times, and Enchantments will help us get started. Now who wants to join my coven and cast some spells?!”—Kimya Dawson, singer/songwriter, The Moldy Peaches
- Body, Mind & Spirit / Witchcraft
- Religion / Wicca
- Body, Mind & Spirit / Occultism
Mya Spalter spent years among candles, herbs, cats, witchy gifts, and spells as an employee at New York City’s oldest occult shop, Enchantments. In this beautifully illustrated book, Spalter sets out to share ways that she’s found to live life magically and maintain spiritual connection with the elements and the universe.
Spalter, a practicing witch herself, explores Wiccan history and offers an approachable compendium of witchcraft and magical knowledge that will equip you to construct your own original spells, build rituals around your intuition, harness the power of crystals, and create spell candles that can be used by witches everywhere. With Enchantments, Spalter creates a supportive and nonjudgmental space for you to become your own unique kind of witch.
Black and queer, Spalter has written this friendly, inclusive guide to witchcraft that will teach anyone how to:
• Build an altar: Find the right tools to model the grace and beauty you aspire to find in your life.
• Cast a self-love spell on yourself: Recognize your own strength and power to inspire happiness and fulfillment.
• Clear out negative energies: Identify and rid yourself of the things holding you back.
• Set meaningful intentions: Create daily practices that positively affect yourself and the world—and witches—around you.
You will learn why certain colors can help raise your vibrations, how to mix herbs for witchcraft, the keys to banishing unfriendly spirits (with cleansing rituals or even a dance party), and invaluable instructions in the timeless arts of astrology, tarot, crystals, and finding a parking spot downtown.
Open this book and enchant your own life!
Char felt left out and lonely, and it made her doubt her abilities even more. Despite her constant blunders, **Char had a heart of gold.** She would use her magic to help the animals in the forest, creating shelter for them on cold winter nights or healing them when they were sick. One day, a powerful sorcerer named Merlin came to the forest, seeking Char's help in defeating an evil enchantress. **Merlin saw past Char's mistakes and recognized her innate kindness and potential.** He believed that she could be a great witch if given the chance. Merlin trained Char, teaching her powerful spells and guiding her to become more confident in her abilities. Char worked tirelessly, determined to prove that she wasn't a nitwit after all. Months passed, and it was time for Char to face the evil enchantress. With Merlin's guidance and her newfound confidence, **Char fought bravely and defeated the enchantress.** The other witches were amazed at Char's transformation and applauded her for her bravery and skill. From that day on, Char was no longer known as the witch nitwit, but as Char the Courageous. She continued to use her magic for good, helping her fellow witches and protecting the forest from any lurking evil. **The story of Char teaches us that it's not our mistakes that define us, but our determination and willingness to learn and grow.** Char's journey is a reminder that even if we are labeled as nitwits or told that we are not good enough, we should never give up on ourselves and our abilities. So, the next time you meet someone like Char, remember to look beyond their mistakes and see the potential within. You never know, they might just surprise you with their courage and brilliance..
Reviews for "Char the Witch Nitwit: A Magical Journey Begins"
1. Linda - 1 star - I really did not enjoy "Char the witch nitwit". The characters were poorly developed and the plot was all over the place. It felt like the author didn't know where they were going with this story. The writing style was also very mundane and it didn't capture my attention at all. I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone looking for an engaging read.
2. John - 2 stars - "Char the witch nitwit" was a disappointment for me. The story started off promising, but it quickly fizzled out. The pacing was inconsistent and there were too many unnecessary side plots that only served to confuse the reader. The dialogues were often forced and didn't feel natural. Overall, I found this book to be underwhelming and lacking in substance.
3. Sarah - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "Char the witch nitwit", but unfortunately, it fell flat for me. The main character was unlikable and her actions often didn't make sense. The magic system in the book was poorly explained, leaving me confused and disconnected from the story. The writing itself was also quite mediocre, lacking depth and emotion. I struggled to finish this book and wouldn't recommend it to others.