Book of Shadows

When people first begin learning tarot, the Court Cards tend to be the sticking point. They’re slippery, unpredictable, and often feel harder to pin down than the Majors or the Minors. Ask any new reader what they struggle with most, and chances are...

I’m going to say the quiet part out loud: you don’t need a mountain of tarot stuff to become a strong reader. You need the right few things, used consistently, with intention. That’s where this guide comes in. I’ll walk you through the essentials—decks,...

If you’ve ever shuffled a well-worn deck in a cosy corner of a café while rain needles the window—welcome, you’re among friends. As an American who’s made a home in the UK, I’ve learned that nothing starts a good conversation here like a kettle on and...

If you’ve been reading tarot for a while, you’ll know the first time a reversed card flips up in a spread can feel like a jolt. For some, reversals are unwelcome—“bad omens” to be smoothed away with a quick flip back upright. For others, they’re an essential...

I read tarot most days—between the café noise, a brew going cold on the counter, and someone popping in to ask if the Death card means their week is doomed. (Short answer: no.) Over the years, the same questions come up again and again. Consider this...