Book Descriptions
Carolina Dow Books Descriptions
Hi Everyone! Here are descriptions of my nonfiction books written under different pen names. Descriptions of and excerpts from the Issy Castillo crime fiction series and Hunt for Aztec Gold, my as yet unpublished historical mystery, can be found elsewhere on this site. If you have any questions or simply wish to chat about any my books, please email me directly at drcaroldow@gmail.com. I respond quicker to email queries than to comments on Facebook or my blog (although I’m trying to remedy that!)
Books About
Harmony, Balance Botanicals, & Tea
TEA LEAF READING FOR BEGINNERS
YOUR FORTUNE IN A TEACUP
Awarded by Colorado Authors League Best Nonfiction Book in the State of Colorado
Written as Morwyn. Published by Llewellyn Worldwide.
Also available in French translation as Interpretation des Feuilles de The pour Debutants and published by Editions AdA.
Is it possible to follow the path to better health and make it a fun experience, expand your social network, and at the same time discover nuggets of wisdom about your character and clues to your future? Tealeaf Reading for Beginners unlocks the secrets of one of the most satisfying leisure activities you will ever enjoy.
Discover tantalizing recipes for hosting tea parties, facts about tea as a health drink, herbal teas, and tea as a culinary ingredient. Virtually visit famous tearooms around the world and delve into he fascinating customs, superstitions and legends connected with tea worldwide. This book is guaranteed to fascinate and engage you and yours in a gentle, time-honored pastime that is regaining popularity along with the current tea craze. It is a perfect book for these troubling times when many of us feel overwhelmed and want to take time to connect with friends and family.
A SANCTUARY OF YOUR OWN
CREATE A HAVEN ANYWHERE FOR RELAXATION & SELF-RENEWAL
Written as Caroline Dow. Published by Llewellyn Worldwide.
Accolades:
“In this charming work…Dow’s thorough text will appeal to domestic spiritualists of any tradition. Publishers’ Weekly
Cultivate peace & self-care with the power of sacred space. Now, more than ever, people are looking to bring a sense of harmony and balance into their environments so that no matter where they are, they can connect with spirit. In this book I share techniques for transforming any space into a haven designed to help achieve serenity and joy.
By engaging your five senses and working with the power of intention, you can carve out your personal refuge at work, in your car, or even in a hotel room or on an airplane. A chapter on sacred spaces around the world describes how people from many cultures over time have done just the same thing.
This guide with easy-to-implement ideas shows how to take small steps that get big results by giving examples that incorporate colors, fragrances, botanicals, gemstones, textiles, and even special numbers. A Sanctuary of Your Own will help you fashion a perfect space where you can feel safe, relax, and rejuvenate.
WHAT’S YOUR POTION?
LIQUID REFRESHMENTS TO NOURISH BODY, MIND, AND SPIRIT
Written as Morwyn. Published by Schiffer Books.
In What’s Your Potion? I tap into both my Latin American and European cultural backgrounds to offer 118 non-alcoholic beverages to stimulate everything from love to prosperity, communications, spirituality, and more. This volume of recipes also includes myths, legends as well as nutritional information about fruits, vegetables, spices, and herbs. The compilation is the result of my many years working with botanicals for both their nutritional and spiritual values.
The book is based on the concept that mindful consumption can help you attain self-fulfillment and self-realization, The powers of color symbolism and the four elements of nature that are inherent in beverages become aids to achieving these goals. But mostly, I emphasize the enjoyment of smoothies, teas, coffees, cocoas, soups, and sauces. This coffee table-style book with 50 color illustrations also makes a thoughtful gift.
I invite you to open your heart to these potion that will nourish your soul!
THE HEALING POWER OF TEA
SIMPLE TEAS AND TISANES TO REMEDY AND REJUVENATE YOUR HEALTH
Written as Morwyn. Published by Llewellyn Worldwide.
Also available in Polish translation as Uzdrawiajaca Moc Herbaty and published by Studio Astropsychologii (Poland).
The Healing Power of Tea is a“tea-riffic” comprehensive guide to the healing world of teas and tisanes to help you live a healthier and happier life. And who doesn’t want that?
Here you’ll discover the characteristics and benefits inherent in different types of tea and take advantage of tea’s ability to treat dis-ease by consulting the extensive list of ailments and what blends will alleviate them.
This book also shows how to blending, prepare, and consume tea and herbal infusions as well as how to grow your own herbal tea garden. Whether you’re an expert tea drinker or a new convert, or just thinking about trying tea, I hope you will discover the many delicious benefits of tea and herbal infusions in these pages.
Books about
Wicca and Other Esoteric Subject
Written under my Craft Name, Morwyn
These books are available for sale from the publisher, Schiffer Publishing, Inc, but you can also order from me directly. Thank you. Again, you can e-mail me with questions to drcaroldow@gmail.com or call me at 303-443-9625.
GREEN MAGIC
THE HEALING POWER OF HERBS, TALISMANS AND STONES
Written as Morwyn. Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd.
Accolades:
“I was entranced,” – Amazon Reviewer from Champaign, Illinois
“If you are interested in herbalism and magic, I recommend this book highly.” – Scott Geary
Description: In this third book in the Morwyn series, I share my knowledge accumulated over the years about the medicinal and folkloric uses of herbs, talismans, and precious stones and their interrelationships. I also show how to incorporate botanical knowledge into meditations, rituals, and spells I hope that both those new to the field as well as seasoned herbalists will benefit from this compendium of facts and lore of over 100 botanicals and stones.
WITCH’S BREW
SECRETS OF SCENTS
Written as Morwyn. Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd.
Accolades:
“Those new to the wonderful world of scent will discover fascinating information and useful directions that are easy to follow. This is a veritable encyclopedia of data on scores of perfumes and other fragrance materials…an invaluable guide for the use of scents.” – The Midwest Book Review
“Morwyn cooks up a cauldron of delights.” – Amazon Reviewer
“I don’t think there’s a scent not described.” – Amazon Reviewer
Description: This fourth volume in the Morwyn series is an outgrowth the many perfumery workshops I’ve given. While some of my other books concentrate on the medicinal benefits of botanicals, this volume delves into the psychological effects of scents. Here I describe the history, lore, and uses of perfumes, incenses, magical sachets, potpourris, baths, and other fragrance formulas. Then I apply this knowledge to perfumery and psychic healing. This book also forms the basis for my Issy Castillo crime fiction series.
Learn to whip up recipes and perform meditations and rituals to brighten your life with a little fragrance magic. The book includes a veritable encyclopedia on scores of perfumes and other fragrance materials.
SECRETS OF A WITCH’S COVEN
Written as Morwyn. Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd.
Accolades:
“One of the most intelligent books I have read in a long time.” – Amazon Reviewer
“Chock full of information, but it is so easy to understand and makes such good sense that it is a joy to read.” – Amazon Reviewer
Since the advent of Christianity, Wiccans have been forced to practice their religion in secret. In this first book in the Morwyn series, I share the wonders and beauty of this ancient mystery tradition to all sincere seekers. The accumulation of four decades of my study, work, and practice in North and South America and Britain comprises a complete course of initiation into the first degree of Wicca and beyond.
All facets of Wicca, Magic, and Occult spirituality are covered, including gods and goddesses, circle-casting, herbs, crystals, precious stones, talismans, candle magick, tree magick, symbols, incense-making, full moon and Sabbat rites, and much more. The spellbinding histories of Witchcraft and Ceremonial Magick are also presented.
While many newcomers to the field have written books about the Craft, my series is one of the first, traditional, and long-standing. If you’ve ever wondered what Wiccans do and how they do it, here are the answers.
WEB OF LIGHT
RITES FOR WITCHES IN THE NEW AGE
Written as Morwyn. Published by Schiffer Publishing Ltd.
Accolades:
“Meditation, spirituality and maturity are the qualities Morwyn brings to light…I definitely look forward to reading the rest of her series.” – Selene, Magical Blend Magazine
Description: Web of Light, Book 2 in the Morwyn series, describes in vivid detail the secret rites performed in the Wiccan world of our private circle. Meditations for intuitive self-development, spells, enchantments and celebrations that have been handed down over generations are all explored.
Learn to create magick circles and perform rites designed to expand your self-awareness, achieve your heart’s desire, and connect with the All One. Includes an appendix on tree lore.
THE COMPLETE BOOK OF PSYCHIC ARTS
DIVINATION PRACTICES FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Written as Morwyn. Published by Llewellyn Worldwide.
Accolades:
Winner of the Coalition of Visionary Retailers’ Visionary Award at the International New Age Trade Show (INATS)
Description: Everyone, it seems, wants to know the future. If you’ve ever wondered how psychics are able to foresee upcoming events, which divination practices work best, or even whether or not you may be psychic, The Complete Book of Psychic Arts, the fifth book in the Morwyn series, provides the answers.
This comprehensive guide first looks at divination practices around the world from ancient times to the present. Next, based on interviews I conducted, experienced channelers and psychics reveal their stories. They tell everything from how they knew they were psychic to what they do to keep their abilities honed. Finally, you’ll learn how to develop your own psychic abilities by using palm reading, crystal gazing, psychometry, and other techniques.
An additional resource section includes: A list of over 100 divinatory practices; a glossary of essential terms; a complete bibliography, a directory of psychics and channelers from around the world.
This book is currently out of print, although you can request one on demand from Llewellyn. I also have many copies, which I can sell at a discount for $10. Also available on Amazon.
MAGIC FROM BRAZIL
Recipes, Spells and Rituals
Written as Morwyn. Published by Llewellyn Worldwide.
Also available also in Portuguese from Espelho Mágico (ISBN: 972-33-1389-8) and in Spanish from Integral (ISBN: 9-788479-014230) and in Russian from BECb www.vesbook.ru/.
Name: Morwyn
Publisher: Llewellyn Worldwide. Available as print on demand from the publisher, on Amazon, and on this website.
Accolades
“It is a welcome addition to the literature on this powerful religious phenomenon that encompasses the Brazilian soul.” – Migene González-Wippler.
“…a beautiful piece of scholarly study with great human interest…A whole new range of flavors and delights to almost hear the rhythms as you read. The at-one-ment in the book is a special gift from the keyboard of Dr. Carol Dow.” – Harvey Mucklin, The Water Garden Network.
“A must-read for anyone interested in African-inspired traditions.” – Elizabeth Barrette, Hypatia’s Hoard.
“…a wonderful overview (with) sound instructions for those who wish to explore this wild, passionate approach to religion. Highly recommended.” – Craft/Crafts.
“This book is a powerful illustration of the interconnection between peoples in the web of life as well as a thoroughly enjoyable read. Highly recommended.” – Janet K. Dugan, New Moon Rising.
Exceptional!” – Lex Ticonderoga, Public News Service.
“For too long the image of such beliefs in the West has been sensationalized and it is good that more positive views of their worth are now being presented to the world.” – The Cauldron.
Almost 200 million people are believers in a religion that is little known in this country. While on a Fulbright-Hayes research grant, I studied the mystery religions of Macumba, Umbanda, Candomble. Xango. Spiritismo, and others. I attended ceremonies as an honorary initiate, interviewed heads of sects, took photos, recorded music and collected artifacts. The result is this insider’s view of these amazing Brazilian spiritual traditions.
In the book, I delve into the spiritual roots of these sects and shows how deeply-felt magickal beliefs affect all aspects of people’s lives. I also explain how these venerable neo-African practices are linked to the Great Western Mystery Tradition.
If you are intrigued by channeling, color magic, the magic of sound (especially drumming), nature religions, naturopathic healing, and even psychotherapy, this book will enhance your understanding and appreciation of these areas.
Learn valuable practices to incorporate into your own life and spiritual orientation. Call the powers of the deities of the Brazilian pantheon. Practice Brazilian-style meditations, spell work, rituals, trance, and mediumship. Experience the energies of tropical botanicals used in Magick and healing. Sample Brazilian cuisine—the food of the gods.
This book is a repackaging of an earlier work, Saravá Brazilian Magic! Although similar in content, it includes expanded information and is geared toward those who practice Wiccan, Celtic, Druidic, Dianic, Norse, Strega, and Ceremonial traditions.