#free books
If any of y’all didn’t know, there’s a free online library, aka
and I found like, twelve ebooks I’ve been wanting to read on there, and blasted through like three of them during the course of a boring-ass shift.
Guy there are books on magic on there.
There’s books on EVERYTHING there!
Wouldn’t this be bad for authors though? or is this like a normal library where they get /some/ money?
It’s like a normal library. Libraries can upload ebooks there and let people check them out through openlibrary if you have an openlibrary account, or it can point you to nearby libraries that have physical copies of the book for you to go and check out. If you check out books via openlibrary it counts towards the count of books checked out from the library that uploaded the ebook, and they can use it in their reporting and funding and stuff.
There’s like 150 libraries partnered with openlibrary so far.
They also have copies that you can check out if you are print-disabled.
You can also ‘sponsor a book’, which means you pay the cost of the ebook you want openlibrary to acquire, and then they can add it to their collection and let people check it out.
https://openlibrary.org/authors/OL26576A/Tamora_Pierce
I sure did!
And click on a title even if it says ‘no ebook available’ and scroll down, ‘cause sometimes that just means “all of the copies of ebooks are checked out right now but you can get on the waitlist when it’s back in”
This is part of the Internet Archive! I’ve posted about this before. Please go, it’s amazing.
signal boosting because BOOKS
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Microsoft has a DRM-locked ebook store that isn’t making enough money, so they’re shutting it down and taking away every book that every one of its customers acquired effective July 1.
Customers will receive refunds.
This puts the difference between DRM-locked media and unencumbered media into sharp contrast. I have bought a lot of MP3s over the years, thousands of them, and many of the retailers I purchased from are long gone, but I still have the MP3s. Likewise, I have bought many books from long-defunct booksellers and even defunct publishers, but I still own those books.
When I was a bookseller, nothing I could do would result in your losing the book that I sold you. If I regretted selling you a book, I didn’t get to break into your house and steal it, even if I left you a cash refund for the price you paid.
People sometimes treat me like my decision not to sell my books through Amazon’s Audible is irrational (Audible will not let writers or publisher opt to sell their books without DRM), but if you think Amazon is immune to this kind of shenanigans, you are sadly mistaken. My books matter a lot to me. I just paid $8,000 to have a container full of books shipped from a storage locker in the UK to our home in LA so I can be closer to them. The idea that the books I buy can be relegated to some kind of fucking software license is the most grotesque and awful thing I can imagine: if the publishing industry deliberately set out to destroy any sense of intrinsic, civilization-supporting value in literary works, they could not have done a better job.
If you’ve got an ereader and want to actually own your books, I heartily recommend using cailbre to scrape the DRM off and so you can backup the files.
Cailbre d/l:
https://calibre-ebook.com/download
How to use cailbre to remove DRM:
Seconding calibre as a brilliant tool for ebook management in general.
Remember: you are not renting your life, especially not from a corporation!!
Some more tutorials and tools:
ATTENTION MY FOLLOWERS AND FRIENDS
In light of the Coronavirus outbreak, I have decided to offer my book for free until this coming Saturday, March 21. So please feel free to take advantage of this!! All I ask is that you leave a review on Amazon or Goodreads.
Please enjoy and stay safe!!
C’mon people!! Free reading material!! Reblog please!
In case any of y’all are looking for a book to read. :D
A giveaway for Saturnalia!
Saturnalia was the Ancient Roman mid-December festival of feasting, gift-giving, and wild partying, when ordinary Romans turned social norms upside down and revelled in pandemonium.
Saturnalia features in Beauty Secrets of The Martyrs, my novella of magic, makeup, crypts, and clownfish. I have three signed copies to give away this December, to lend a little pandemonium to your mid-winter festivities.
Enter on Goodreads.
Journey of a Falcon is LIVE
Journey of a Falcon is LIVE
, the second installment of the Thornfield series is NOW LIVE and FREE with Kindle Unlimited!
Praise for the novel:“Lies, Deceit, Friendship, Love, Suspense, Emotional and Collateral these are the words I would use to describe the book and it totally left me Awe.” ~Sanmugapriya
“… a beautiful story filled with many feelings/emotions of highs and lows, drama with unexpected…
GUYS! FREE EBOOKS!!
I just stumbled onto this site that lets you read FREE ebooks of classic literature. This is a phenomenal site for studying or just reading for fun.
Here’s the link: https://ebooks.adelaide.edu.au/
Seriously go read some books. I’ve only lightly browsed but I saw the Great Gatsby, Tom Sawyer and the collection of Sherlock Holmes stories as well as HUNDREDS of others
I just wanted to let you all know that I’m doing a FREE BOOK PROMOTION for The Island of Dr. Bell, running from 1/20/17 - 1/23/17. If you’re interested in taking advantage of it, please visit the book’s Amazon listing by clicking HERE.
As always, if you do happen to take advantage of the FREE BOOK PROMOTION, please leave a rating or review. They help me out immeasurably. Thanks, and happy reading!
A few people have messaged me asking for my master list of working pdfs. This is what I have and its not super organized but it is in alphabetic order for what its worth. Anyways, they’re all free so please please please save them, download them, print them and most importantly READ THEM if you come across any that strike your fancy. Also, I’m not saying that every single one of these books are completely amazing, but either way, they’re here for you to make your own value judgements on.
A Modern Goetic Grimoire by Rufus Opus
Afro-Caribbean Religions by Nathaniel Samuel Murrell
Astral Doorways by J.H Brennan
Azoetia by Andrew Chumbley
Blood Sorcery Bible Volume 1 by Sorceress Cagliastro
Call of the Horned Piper by Nigel Aldcroft Jackson
Children of Cain by Michael Howard
Condensed Chaos by Phil Hine
Conjure Codex
Creating Magickal Entities by David Cunningham
Cunningfolk and Familiar Spirits by Emma Wilby
Curses, Hexing, and Crossing by S. Connolly
Devoted to Death by R. Andrew Chesnut
Diabolical published by Scarlett Imprint
Goetic Spellwork by S. Aldarnay
Liber Null & Psychonaut by Peter J Carroll
Lords of the Left Hand Path by Stephen E. Flowers
Mardukite Magick by M. Cecchetelli
Mastering Witchcraft by Paul Huson
Necronomicon
Obeah by Nicholas de Matos Frisvold
Obeah: WItchcraft in the West Indies by Hesketh J. Bell
The Candle and the Crossroads by Orion Foxwood
The Grimoire of the Golden Toad by Andrew Chumbley
The Language of Birds by Dale Pendell
The Red King by Mark Alan Smith
The Scorpion God by Mark Alan Smith
The Visions of Isobel Gowdie by Emma Wilby
The Voudon Gnostic Workbook by M. Bertiuax
Pacts with the Devil by S. Jason Black & Christopher S. Hyatt
Psalter of Cain
Qabala, Qilpth, and Goetic Magic by Thomas Karlson
Queen of Hell by Mark Alan Smith
Runecaster’s Handbook by Edred Thorsson
Runelore by Edred Thorsson
Saint Cyprian: Saint of Necromancers by Conjureman AliThere’s some good gems among these
Just remember to take all writings with a grain of salt. Writer bias is real and nothing is 100% true all the time
Wishing all my tumblr friends and followers a very happy New Year and all the very best for 2022!
Make sure you live by the three T’s… ❤️
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How are you? I mean that sincerely, how are you? I don’t think any of us would have dreamed a few months back that we’d be living through a pandemic, which would slam the brakes on our lives so hard they’d be smoke coming off them. And then it happened. And everything screamed to a halt.
I was working on my new dark paranormal romance series The F Tales before the virus. The series merges fairytales and fables, myths and magic, the supernatural and the sexy, potent legends and powerful love … with some twists.
So, I was happily working away and then … COVID!
But as writing is a bit of a solitary vocation, and I still had electricity, it was okay. So I finished the first novel, sent it to the editor …
Always go with your gut …
Then that something set in … a wobble of faith. Had I written the novel I wanted to write? But it was in the editor’s hands, so I waited. And then it came back, only for my editor to have the exact same reservations as me. Moral of the tale—always, always, always, go with your gut about the stories you write.
Now granted, it’s been a bit of a weird time. I’ve had three relatives in and out of hospital, and to be honest, walking around those places in a mask and gloves when there is barely anyone in them but those fantastic doctors and nurses risking their own health every day, was very spooky. The town centre was empty. No people. It was like being in the movie 28 Days Later (without the zombies).
So maybe I wasn’t working on all thrusters, but I took a breath, thought about it, and decided my gut was right all along.
The Fun Bit.
I want readers to go on a journey with my characters and explore, watch a new relationship blossom, despite the kinks and kerbs it may hit to get there. That’s the fun bit, right?
The first novel in the new series is coming next year, which is a completely different one than the one I intended, but you will be the first to see the cover, the book trailer, and read the first chapters: I promise.
In the meantime, I want you to take care, stay healthy and happy, have a fantastic New Year, and let’s hope Covid runs back to whatever bat cave it may have been living in before this and stays there, permanently. Roll on 2021.
Keep safe. Keep happy. And keep on reading…
Love and best wishes,
A.M. ☺️ x
Contemporary & Erotic Romance Author A M Helen
Few updates to my website… please take a look! ☺️ x
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You only die once. Unless you’re Rami.
He’s done that a couple times too many, and the last one really didn’t stick.
Rami has been a vampire for a little more than a year, and things aren’t great. They aren’t really anything. Rami’s existence is solitary. Empty. Unfulfilled. And he can’t be sure why, or how to fix it, because no one has explained to him how to be a vampire. His brief stint at a facility or people–well, former people–like him resulted in Rami biting and nearly killing his caretaker, Sage. His time there, in his memory, is nothing but a stretch of terror, hunger, confusion, and violence.
Then on Halloween, the one night of the year Rami doesn’t have to worry so much about hiding who–well, what–he is, he stumbles into a little shop and there he is. Sage. Who doesn’t remember Rami at all, so everything should be fine. Except Sage is a witch who knows about secret, magical doors to secret, magical raves full of things that go bump in the night and the humans who want to be near them. Sage’s memory isn’t quite as wiped as everyone thought. His free will isnt quite his own. He also isn’t as delicate as he seems. And he’s not interested in staying away from Rami.
Available Now!: http://getbook.at/myimagination
Follow the author on twitter here!: @ayshaufarah
Read Aysha U. Farah’s novelette Puss In Heels here:http://getbook.at/heels
http://community-languages.org.uk/SCS-Papers/
Over 100 papers given at Society of Caribbean Studies conferences between 2000 and 2010 are now available online.
ENJOY!
“Weep for Day” by Indrapramit Das
Humanity lives in the twilight zone between Day and Night, between the deathly heat of Day and the deadly chill of Night. But they aren’t alone; in Night live the Nightmares, and as humans push further into their territory, conflict ensues.
“Seasons of Glass and Iron” by Amal El-Mohtar
A princess waits at the top of a glass hill for one of her unwanted suitors to climb it and claim her hand in marriage… but instead she meets a young woman limping through the world in a pair of iron shoes.
“Seven Commentaries on an Imperfect Land” by Ruthanna Emrys
Tikanu is a world within our world, passing over physical boundaries to connect its people.
“The Night Bazaar for Women Becoming Reptiles” by Rachel K. Jones
Hester sells eggs at the night market to women who wish to escape their skins and become reptiles, free to roam the desert. Hester wants nothing more than to become a reptile herself, but none of the eggs she swallows ever give her the change she desires.
“Avi Cantor Has Six Months to Live” by Sacha Lamb
(TW: suicidal thoughts) Avi Cantor goes to school one day and finds these words written on the bathroom mirror: “Avi Cantor has six months to live.” Only… he’s never told the name “Avi” to anyone. “Avi Cantor Has Six Months to Live” is an adorable romance between two trans boys, complete with witches and demons.
“The Youngest Fox” by Yoon Ha Lee
Her family despairs over her love of science (such an un-foxish pastime), but they try to help the youngest fox the best they can.
“Between Dragons and Their Wrath” by An Owomoyela and Rachel Swirsky
Domei harvests dragon scales in a land wrecked by the passage of the giant beasts.
“The Gentleman of Chaos” by A. Merc Rustad
People say no one has spoken to the Gentleman of Chaos and lived; they are wrong.
“Small Changes Over Long Periods of Time” by K.M. Szpara
Andreas didn’t ask Finley before he bit him, and now Finley has a choice: turn or die. If he turns, he’ll be an unauthorized vampire, since he’s never applied for a permit and trans people are never granted one anyway… but even being a vampire is better than death.
“Sun Moon Dust” by Ursula Vernon
A young man inherits a magical sword from his grandmother, who was once a legendary warrior. Within the sword are three spirits, who will train him to fight. Only, he doesn’t want to be a warrior or go have adventures, and his little farm still needs so much work. And somebody has to keep an eye on the goat!
Some books for witches!
- The Green Witch by Arin Murphy-Hiscock
- The Witch’s Book of Self-Care by Arin Murphy-Hiscock
- The House Witch by Arin Murphy-Hiscock
- The Way of the Hedge Witch by Arin Murphy-Hiscock
- The Way Of The Green Witch by Arin Murphy-Hiscock
- The Astrology of You and Me by Gary Goldschneider
- Witch, Please by Victoria Maxwell
- The Modern Guide to Witchcraft by Skye Alexander
- The Modern Witchcraft Book of Love Spells by Skye Alexander
- The Modern Witchcraft Book of Tarot by Skye Alexander
- Wicca by Harmony Nice
- The Crystal Bible by Judy Hall
- The Astrology Bible by Judy Hall
- The Crystal Zodiac by Judy Hall
- The Witch’s Way by Shawn Robbins and Leanna Greenaway
- The Crystal Witch by Shawn Robbins and Leanna Greenaway
- Crystals by Yulia Van Doren
- The Mindful Witch by Jenn Stevens
- The Tarot Companion by Liz Dean
- Psychic Witch by Mat Auryn
- Green Witchcraft by Paige Vanderbeck
- Moon Magic by Diane Ahlquist
- Moon Spells by Diane Ahlquist
- The Spell Book for New Witches by Ambrosia Hawthorn
- Spellcrafting by Gerina Dunwich
- Traditional Witchcraft by Gemma Gary
- Treading the Mill: Workings in Traditional Witchcraft by Nigel G. Pearson
- Treading the Mill: Practical Craft Working in Modern Traditional Witchcraft by Nigel G. Pearson
- Practical Elemental Magick by David Rankine and Sorita D'Este
- Practical Qabalah Magick by David Rankine and Sorita D'Este
- Practical Planetary Magick by David Rankine and Sorita D'Este
- Cunningham’s encyclopedia of crystal, gem & metal magic by Scott Cunningham
- Cunningham’s Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs by Scott Cunningham
- The Witch of the Forest’s Guide to Natural Magick by Lindsay Squire ( @thewitchoftheforest)
- The Zenned Out Guide to Understanding Chakras by Cassie Uhl
- The Zenned Out Guide to Understanding Auras by Cassie Uhl
- The Zenned Out Guide to Understanding Crystals by Cassie Uhl
You can find most of them on Z-Library, or you can click on the books you want to read in here! (only works for highlighted text)
You can comment more books I should add to this list!
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People who helped me add more books to this list: @lostinthewoodskhi
Hey lovely witches! I wanted to share some of my PDF witchy books I have on my computer. I know it’s hard to find these books and not everyone has money to buy them or easy access. I hope I can help someone with this <3
Most of the books are on my google drive library, you can click on the link and then download if you’d like to.
- A Manual of Occultism, by Sepharial
- Mastering Witchcraft, by Paul Huson
- Natural Magic, by Pamela J.Ball
- Pagan Spells, Author Unknown
- Herbal Magick - Herbal enchantments, folclore and divination by Gerina Dunwich <3
- Spell Crafts - Creating magical objects, by, Scott Cunningham and David Harrington <3
- The Book of Power, by Idres Shah
- The Complete book of Incense, Oils ad Brews, by Scott Cunningham
- The Essential Skills of Magick - Benjamim Rowe
- The Ultimate Book of Spells - Pamela J. Ball *my favorite spellbook*
- 50 of The Most Powerful Spells, by unknown author
- Witchcraft Today, by Gerald Gardner
- The Gardnerian Book of Shadows
- The Basics of Magic, by K. Amber
- 8 Sabbaths of Witchcraft, by Mike Nichols
- Witchcraft Today, by Gerald Gardner
- Celtic Mythology and Religion, by Alexander Macbain
- The Art and meaning of Magic, By Israel Regardie
- An Introduction to the Study of Tarot, by Paul Foster Case
- The Alchemy of Abundance, by Lisa McSherry
- Encyclopedia of Acient Roman and Greek Mythology, by James Belton
- Asgard and the Gods, by M. W. MacDowall,
- The Ultimate Encyclopedia of Spells by, Michael Johnstone
- Witches’ Bible by, Janet and Stewart Farrar
- The Witch’s Master Grimoire, by Lady Sabrina
- The meaning of Witchcraft, by Gerald Gardner
- Aleister Crowley book collection (google drive)
- Lid Off the Cauldron, by Patricia Crowther
- A Grimoire for Modern Cunningfolk, by Peter Paddon
- The A to Z of Dream Interpretation, by Pamela J. Ball
- The Dream Oracle, by Pamela J. Ball
- The Great Book of Spells, by Pamela J. Ball <3
- The Techniques of Astral Projection, By Dr. Douglas M. Baker
- The Opening of the Third Eye, By Dr. Douglas M. Baker
- Historical Dictionary of Witchcraft, By Bailey Michael
- The Goddess is in Details, by Deborah Blake <3
- Circle, Coven and Grove, by Deborah Blake
- A Witch’s Dozen, by Deborah Blake <3
- Witchcraft on a Shoestring by Deborah Blake
- Egyptian Magic, By Ernest Budge
- Advanced Candle Magick, By Raymond Buckley
- Amulets and Magic, By Budge Walli
- Pen and Ink Witchcrafr , By Collin Calloway
- Basic Sigil Magic, By Philip Cooper
- The Occult Properties of Herbs , By W.B Crow
- Shadow Work Guidebook, by Jessica Cross
- Gemstone Sorcery, By Gerina Dunwich <3
- Wicca A to Z By Gerina Dunwich
- Every Witch Way By Ellen Dugan <3
- Power Of The Witch By Laurie Cabot <3
- The Spiral Dance By Starhawk <3
- Spiritual Power - Llewellyn Vaughan-Lee
- Book of Shadows By, Phyllis Curott:
- Witchcrafting By Phyllis Curott
- Spells for the Solitary Witch By Eileen Holland
- Wiccan Magick By Raven Grimassi
- The Witch’s Familiar By Raven Grimassi
- Magical Candle Crafting By Ember Grant
- Magical Powder Recipes By Lady Gianne
- Wicca For Beginners By Lisa Chamberlain
Scott Cunningham’s Books:
- Divination for Beginners
- Wicca in the Kitchen <3
- Book of Shadows
- Living Wicca
- Crystal Gem and Metal Magick <3
- Wicca
- Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs
- Magical Household, Rituals and spells for the home <3
D.J Conway’s Books:
Christopher Penczak’s Books
- Gay Witchcraft - Christopher Penczak
- The Living Temple of Witchcraft V. II- Christopher Penczak
- The Gates of Witchcraft
- The Living Temple of Witchcraft V.II
- Mystic Foundation
- The Outer Temple Of Witchcraft
- The Inner Temple of Witchcraft
- The Witch’s Shield
Cassandra Eason’s Books:
- A Practical Guide of Witchcraft and Spells,
- Fabulous Creatures, Mythical Monsters and Animal Power Symbols
- Candle Power
- The Art of Pendulum
- The Complete Guide to Psychic Development
Illes Judika’s Books:
Ellwood Taylor’s Books:
For those of you who wish to see my full library on the drive, feel free to send me a message and I will send you the link!
HAVE FUN! :)
Thought this would be important to pass around!