The Peculiar Brunette

the most comprehensive witchcraft encyclopedia online

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Witchcraft for Beginners

Curiosity stirs within every witch, a constant gnawing, asking themselves, what if there’s more?

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Spells and Tools

Power hums in seemingly simple things. A candle’s flame, a whisper, will set in motion.

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Moon Magic

The moon quietly moves through the sky, yet it pulls at every dream, every secret we carry.

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Pagan Holidays

The old festivals were never lost, only waiting to be remembered through fire, feast, and earth.

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Divination

The unknown speaks softly to those who listen. Cards, stars, and symbols become its voice.

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Symbols and Lore

Myths are memories that’ve learned to survive. They whisper what history forgot.

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New writings and research from my ever-growing grimoire pages.

Meet The Author

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Amanda Brethauer is the creator of The Peculiar Brunette. Her mission is to write the most comprehensive witchcraft encyclopedia on the internet by making magic easy to approach, genuine, and wildly alive!

Her writing blends folklore, psychology, and cultural history to help you learn and truly blossom into your spiritual practice path.

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