Thanks to Llewellyn Worldwide and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Candle magic is something that I was at once utterly unfamiliar with and yet also felt very connected to. Don't know if that makes sense, but I've always loved having candles around when I in any way was trying to think, pray, meditate etc. So I was quite intrigued by Madame Pamita's book and thankfully found it very interesting and accessible.

A few things I liked were the attention to safety (you're working with fire, after all), the tone of the writing (it was very encouraging and gentle), and the wider expanse of information given (not just candle magic but an appendix also covers things about astrology, the elements, herbs etc.). The illustration were also beautiful! Overall, this did feel more like an introductory book to me than an actual collection of spells, which would be my only real negative. For someone in my position this was very useful, but for anyone with more experience, they might look for more direct spells etc. they could use.

The Book of Candle Magic by Madame Pamita is a must-read for anyone interested in magic, witchcraft, and the power of candles. This book is a comprehensive guide to the art of candle magic, from selecting the right candles to performing complex spells and rituals.

What I loved about this book is that it is suitable for both beginners and seasoned practitioners. The author starts by explaining the basics of candle magic, such as the different colors and types of candles and their meanings. She then gradually builds on this foundation to provide more advanced techniques, such as how to work with planetary energies and create your own custom candle spells.

One of the things I appreciated most about this book is the author's emphasis on ethics and responsibility. Madame Pamita stresses that with great power comes great responsibility, and she provides practical advice on how to use candle magic in a way that is positive and aligned with your highest good.

In addition to the wealth of information on candle magic, the book also includes beautiful illustrations and photographs that help bring the content to life. There are also step-by-step instructions for over 40 candle spells, so readers can start practicing right away.

Overall, I highly recommend The Book of Candle Magic by Madame Pamita. It is an engaging and informative read that provides a wealth of practical information on the art of candle magic. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned practitioner, this book is sure to ignite your inner witch and help you manifest your desires.

I am always on the lookout for resources to expand my worldview. And while I have dabbled previously with some candle magic, I wanted to snap this up to make sure I was on the right track.

First, I wanted to say this is a great all-encompassing resource that delves not only into candles. But it also provides details on color magic, numbers, astrological aspects, moon phases, and all the aspects that might affect your practice. The book is quite detailed and thorough.

The author explains the absolute basics, which, let me tell you, sometimes simple is the best. She then goes on to explain some more layered aspects that can be applied. She discusses some self-reflection and also journaling that might help with determining what works you are actually going to perform. A list of symbols, herbs and flowers, oils, stones, patterns, numbers, astrological and moon phase aspects, as well as some basics for reading wax, smoke, and how your candle is burning.

I loved this and plan to go grab an actual physical copy for my personal library.

*ARC provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*

Thank you NetGalley for the eARC. This book was very helpful and easily explained. I read it during the pandemic and most candle shops were closed but I did take some good notes.

Madame Pamita’s books never disappoint, and this book, The Book of Candle Magic, is full of the same high quality content you can expect from her. If you are looking for a candle magic book this is the one you need to check out! It’s over 300 pages loaded with illustrations and the following:

- interesting historical background
- how to get started and tools
- making an alter
- types of candles to use
- meaning & importance behind wax color
- crystals, herbs, & other items to work with
- how to inscribe words & use sigils
- how to dress a candle
- numerous sample spells
- plans on how to customize your spells
- working with astrology, time of day, numerology, special dates, and addresses
- using candles to represent people
- using spells that go over multiple days
- lots of information on different candle layouts
- goes over alternatives to candles (oil laps, honey jars, & vinegar jars)
- includes information on candle reading such as how to read the wax (ceromancy), flame reading (pyromancy), and smoke reading (capnomancy)
- other tips & tricks for doing readings and afterward care
- how to create your grimoire to organize, plan, and store your spells and other important spell work information

The Appendix Section in the back of the book are super helpful in the parts where you need to look up what ingredients you might need for a spell you are making. They go over a “List of Magical Herbs,” a “List of Magical Gems,” and a “List of Magical Shells” organized by keyword topics for things they are symbolic for. There is also a handy “List of Magical Talismans,” a “List of Magical Symbols organized alphabetically by each item with what they mean for easy reference.

The author is known for her candle magic knowledge in the witch community and is an excellent source of information. This book is a great starting point for beginners as well as for those who are looking to expand their practice as it gives exercises and recipes for making your own spells and candle magic specific grimoire.

Thanks to Netgalley, publisher and author for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I really enjoy candle magic and thought this was a fun beginner level magic book to read. I did learn some new things, but for the most part this would be most helpful to beginners.

Candle magic is my favorite kind and I found this book to be full of useful information and practical guidance. Great book for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.

Loved this book! I’ve always been apprehensive about doing candle magic. This book was an easy step by step guide to starting candle magic. I’ve since added candle magic to my practice.

Thank you to the Publisher and Netgalley for the advanced e-reader copy. All opinions expressed are my own.

Perfect for beginners! This book is truly a step by step guide on candle magic. Spending time to truly explain what candle magic is..providing a "scientific' experiment. Also, she breaks down the different types of candles and what they are used for including the colors. Great for a beginner and someone wanting to learn something new. I certainly have!

The Book of Candle Magic by Madame Pamita was a joy to discover. It covers ritual work, spell crafting, basic magic 101 and of course working with candles to enhance your magic.
Madame Pamita covers a variety of correspondences to layer the power of your candle work: color, timing, herbs, inscribing, herbs, shapes, crystals just to name a few. She offers examples for candles rituals, spells and layouts. There is also a section on properly working with candles, fire safety etc and reading the candles themselves (wax, flame, smoke).
I found this a very valuable resource for my practice and a book I'm sure to reference time and again. Highly recommended!

Anyone...and I mean anyone new or practiced...can read this book! There is great information to get started on candle magick. The best part is that this novel is unlike any other of its kind. The author gives so much detail that will allow the reader to customize their magick and truly make it their own!

The information in this book was great and easy to follow. I would recommend this book to both old and new followers of the craft.

An excellent book, well written and informative.
I learned a lot and appreciated the clarity of the explanations and the style of writing.
It's highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.

I found this to be an interesting read. I am very new to "candle magic" and I found it very easy to read, and full of detailed information. It's also a beautiful book to flip through. Which is always a bonus!

I received a free digital copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I am new to candle magic and this book has made it so much easier to know what I should (and shouldn't!) be doing. I really loved how easily everything was laid out and available in the book. I am so excited to continue learning more and more about candle magic.

Thank you kindly to the author, the publisher, and NetGalley for this review copy.

The Book of Candle Magic by Madame Pamita is a concise but thorough book of candle magic information that would be a good fit for most witchy readers.
This piece was easy to read and enjoyable to top it off. The author jammed the book full with practical information for novice or more seasoned magic practitioner alike.

What I liked:
* The topics covered varying from beginner spells to candle making.
* intention papers and how to create them are covered in a way quite pleasing to me as a hoodoo worker.
* use of oil to enhance spell work

* Ideas for what I might record about my workings.

What I didn’t like:
* glitter used in magic that may end up outside . ( it is a serious pollution issue in my area)

* candle layouts and color correspondences felt restrictive which I don’t think was the goal

Loved this little book of candle magic that will be perfect for fans of Buckland’s cable magic book looking for an updated approach.

Thank you to NetGalley and Llewellyn Publications for the ARC

The Book of Candle Magic by Madame Pamita
Candle Spell Secrets to Change Your Life

Concise comprehensive compilation of candle magic information that I would love to add to my library. I found this book easy to read and filled with practical information for novice or more seasoned magic practitioner.

What I liked:
* The way the information was presented
* The topics covered
* Candle color and type and uses
* intention papers and how to create them
* use of oil to enhance spell work
* the importance of words used in spells
* planning
* intention
* candle layouts
* types of candles and what they are used for
* how to give pizzazz to ritual magic
* what to record about your candle magic work (grimoire)
* All of it really, except…

What I didn’t like:
* not having a copy of the book to refer to in the future. Will have to pick one up when in the USA next time.

Did I like this book? Definitely!
Would I like to have a copy for my library? Definitely!

Thank you to NetGalley and Llewellyn Publications for the ARC – This is my honest review.

5 Stars

Disclaimer: I am not a believer or practitioner of magic. But I will purchase this handy introduction to candle magic for our library, where it's sure to be popular with patrons (and stolen immediately, as most of books on this subject are). Madame Pamita writes in a warm and straightforward tone that will help beginners feel at ease with the subject.

A comprehensive and well written guide to candle magic. This is a bookshelf and reference must for anyone that enjoys candles and magic.

Madame Pamita is clearly well versed and educated about these topics and I learned a lot from this book.

This book covers the full range of Candle magic, from those just starting out wanting to do a simple spell with just a candle and an incantation to someone looking to take it up a notch by making their own candles or carving them or creating beeswax appliques to decorate them. I don't personally do a lot of work with candles because I'm a bit paranoid of burning my house down and the author is good about giving safety reminders throughout the book for this reason. However, I am quite keen on learning more about the different areas of candle reading: ceromancy (wax reading), pyromancy (flame reading), and capnomancy (smoke reading). Check this out if you're looking to start or expand the use of candles in your magic.

Thank you to Netgalley and Llewellyn Publications for providing an e-ARC of this book, however all thoughts and opinions are my own.