Composing Magic by Elizabeth Barrette
Composing Magic: How To Create Magical Spells, Rituals, Blessings, Chants and Prayers by Elizabeth Barrette. © 2007 New Page Books. ISBN 1-56414-935-8. Paperback. 240 pages. $14.99 US. [ Purchase ]
This book is informative and brilliant, the author even takes you step-by-step through the entire writing process to help you better create words of power. After you have learned what it takes to write, you a taken into the world of Writing Tools and Techniques, where you will be shown what reference books come in handy and the different techniques of sound effects, literal language and figurative language. Next, you are shown the various, basic forms of poetry, how to spin special spells, create colorful chants and powerful prayers, beautiful blessings and wonderful rituals, and finally advice on sharing your work with the pagan community.
This will be one book that gets much wear and tear from my use. This is a blessing to the pagan community and writers everywhere. Get ready to flex those bardic muscles!
