Llewellyn's 2025 Sabbats Almanac: Samhain 2024 to Mabon 2025 (Llewellyn's 2025 Calendars, Almanacs & Datebooks)

Llewellyn's 2025 Sabbats Almanac: Samhain 2024 to Mabon 2025 (Llewellyn's 2025 Calendars, Almanacs & Datebooks)
Contributor(s): Llewellyn (Author) , Glasse, Irene (Contribution by) , Prower, Tomás (Contribution by) , Serpentine, Ariana (Contribution by) , Book, Enfys J (Contribution by) , McKay, Dodie Graham (Contribution by) , Barker, Sheri (Contribution by) , Chambers, Ian (Contribution by) , Hall, Nathan M (Contribution by) , Herkes, Michael (Contribution by) , Lupa (Contribution by) , Cobb, Dallas Jennifer (Contribution by) , Barrette, Elizabeth (Contribution by) , Rainbow Wolf, Charlie (Contribution by)
Publisher: Llewellyn Publications
ISBN: 0738771988
Physical Info: 0.7" H x 7.9" L x 5.2" W (0.8 lbs) 312 pages

As the world's oldest and largest independent publisher of books for body, mind, and spirit, Llewellyn is dedicated to bringing our readers the very best in metaphysical books and resources. Since 1901, we've been at the forefront of holistic and metaphysical publishing and thought. We've been a source of illumination, instruction, and new perspectives on a wealth of topics, including astrology, tarot, wellness, earth-based spirituality, magic, and the paranormal. From e-books to tarot-themed iPhone apps, Llewellyn has embraced the Digital Age to continue our mission.

Llewellyn also partners with Italian publisher Lo Scarabeo, as the exclusive US and Canadian distributor of their beautiful tarot and oracle decks. They also partner with Blue Angel, an Australian publisher of oracles, books, CDs, and other sidelines.
Table of Contents:
Contents
Introduction . . . 7
About the Authors . . . 8
Samhain
Samhain Grave Tending by Irene Glasse . . . 16
Cosmic Sway by Michael Herkes . . . 23
Tales and Traditions by Lupa . . . 27
Feasts and Treats by Dallas Jennifer Cobb . . . 31
Crafty Crafts by Elizabeth Barrette . . . 36
Samhain and Osteomancy by Charlie Rainbow Wolf . . . 41 Samhain Ritual: A Grave Cleaning Ritual by Irene Glasse . . . 45
Yule
Keep Your Courage by Tomás Prower . . . 52
Cosmic Sway by Michael Herkes . . . 57
Tales and Traditions by Lupa . . . 61
Feasts and Treats by Dallas Jennifer Cobb . . . 65
Crafty Crafts by Elizabeth Barrette . . . 70
Yule and Card Divination by Charlie Rainbow Wolf . . . 76
Yule Ritual: The Fire Inside by Tomás Prower . . . 81
Imbolc
A Time of New Beginnings by Ariana Serpentine . . . 88
Cosmic Sway by Michael Herkes . . . 95
Tales and Traditions by Lupa . . . 100
Feasts and Treats by Dallas Jennifer Cobb . . . 104
Crafty Crafts by Elizabeth Barrette . . . 109
Imbolc and Tasseomancy by Charlie Rainbow Wolf . . . 114
Imbolc Ritual: Brighid's Invitation by Ariana Serpentine . . . 119
Ostara
Choose the Seeds You Plant by Enfys J. Book . . . 126
Cosmic Sway by Michael Herkes . . . 132
Tales and Traditions by Lupa . . . 136
Feasts and Treats by Dallas Jennifer Cobb . . . 140
Crafty Crafts by Elizabeth Barrette . . . 146
Ostara and Oomancy by Charlie Rainbow Wolf . . . 151
Ostara Ritual: A Seed-Choosing and Planting Ritual by Enfys J. Book . . . 155
Beltane
Returning Again to the Spring by Dodie Graham McKay . . . 164
Cosmic Sway by Michael Herkes . . . 170
Tales and Traditions by Lupa . . . 174
Feasts and Treats by Dallas Jennifer Cobb . . . 178
Crafty Crafts by Elizabeth Barrette . . . 183
Beltane and Scrying by Charlie Rainbow Wolf . . . 189
Beltane Ritual: Nurturing Reincarnation and Rebirth by Dodie Graham McKay . . . 193
Litha
Touchstones of Comfort by Sheri Barker . . . 202
Cosmic Sway by Michael Herkes . . . 208
Tales and Traditions by Lupa . . . 213
Feasts and Treats by Dallas Jennifer Cobb . . . 217
Crafty Crafts by Elizabeth Barrette . . . 222
Litha and Lithomancy by Charlie Rainbow Wolf . . . 228
Litha Ritual: Celebrating the Sun by Sheri Barker . . . 233
Lammas
Assembling the Wondrous Head by Ian Chambers . . . 242
Cosmic Sway by Michael Herkes . . . 248
Tales and Traditions by Lupa . . . 253
Feasts and Treats by Dallas Jennifer Cobb . . . 257
Crafty Crafts by Elizabeth Barrette . . . 263
Lammas and Runes by Charlie Rainbow Wolf . . . 268
Lammas Ritual: A Celebration of Death in Life by Ian Chambers . . . 273
Mabon
Gathering the Fruits of the Tree of Life by Nathan M. Hall . . . 282
Cosmic Sway by Michael Herkes . . . 289
Tales and Traditions by Lupa . . . 293
Feasts and Treats by Dallas Jennifer Cobb . . . 297
Crafty Crafts by Elizabeth Barrette . . . 303
Mabon and Dice by Charlie Rainbow Wolf . . . 309
Mabon Ritual: Gathering Up the Fruits for the Harvest by Nathan M. Hall . . . 314

Uncork New Inspiration for Sublime Seasonal Celebrations

Rituals - Recipes - Crafts - Pagan Lore - Planetary Guidance

Bubbling with innovative ideas and old-world wisdom, this almanac guides you through the Wheel of the Year, offering enticing insights and alternative traditions. Energize your sabbat observances with festive spells, rituals, crafts, and recipes supplied by prestigious practitioners. With their guidance, you can try your hand at osteomancy (bone divination) for Samhain, tend your inner flame for Yule, bake traditional oatcakes with honey for Ostara, ice-dye a T-shirt for Litha, and more.

Contributors include Sheri Barker, Enfys J. Book, Ian Chambers, Irene Glasse, Dodie Graham McKay, Nathan M. Hall, Lupa, Tomás Prower, Ariana Serpentine, and others.

Includes more than fifty articles written for newcomers and experienced witches:
Creative, low-cost arts and crafts projects
Quick and easy recipes for delicious appetizers, entrees, and desserts
An overview of astrological influences for each sabbat season
Extended rituals for groups and individuals
Captivating Pagan folklore and customs
Samhain 2024 to Mabon 2025

Contributor Bio:Llewellyn
As the world's oldest and largest independent publisher of books for body, mind, and spirit, Llewellyn is dedicated to bringing our readers the very best in metaphysical books and resources. Since 1901, we've been at the forefront of holistic and metaphysical publishing and thought. We've been a source of illumination, instruction, and new perspectives on a wealth of topics, including astrology, tarot, wellness, earth-based spirituality, magic, and the paranormal. From e-books to tarot-themed iPhone apps, Llewellyn has embraced the Digital Age to continue our mission.

Llewellyn also partners with Italian publisher Lo Scarabeo, as the exclusive US and Canadian distributor of their beautiful tarot and oracle decks. They also partner with Blue Angel, an Australian publisher of oracles, books, CDs, and other sidelines.

Contributor Bio:Glasse, Irene
Irene Glasse is a mystic witch who has been practicing for over twenty years. She serves the Frederick, Maryland-based Pagan community through Frederick CUUPS (the Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans) and she's on the board of the Sacred Space Foundation. Irene is also a contributor to the Witch's Sun Sign Series.

Contributor Bio:Prower, Tomás
Tomás Prower is the award-winning Latinx author of books on multicultural magic and mysticism, including Queer Magic and Morbid Magic. Fluent in English, French, and Spanish, he previously served as the cultural liaison between France, the United States, and various nations of South America, which allowed him to live and work all over the Western Hemisphere, including Buenos Aires, Santiago de Chile, Tijuana, Reno, Las Vegas, and the Amazon jungle. Tomás is also a licensed mortuary professional and former External Relations Director of the American Red Cross. He currently lives in his hometown of Los Angeles, California. Visit him at TomasPrower.com.

Contributor Bio:Serpentine, Ariana
Ariana Serpentine is a multi-traditional witch, polytheist, and animist. She is transgender and queer and has worked in political trans activism, raising awareness for the needs of her community within Pagan and other circles.

Contributor Bio:Book, Enfys J
Enfys J. Book (they/them) is the author of the Gold COVR award-winning Queer Qabala, co-author (with Ivo Dominguez, Jr.) of Sagittarius Witch, and author of the forthcoming Queer Rites: A Magickal Grimoire to Honor Your Milestones with Pride (Llewellyn, 2025). They are the High Priest of the Fellowship of the Ancient White Stag coven near Washington, DC. Enfys has taught classes on magickal practice around the world. They are also the creator of majorarqueerna.com, a website devoted to queer magickal practice with a focus on Qabala, and host a podcast called "4 Quick Q's: Book Talk with Enfys," where they interview pagan authors using questions determined by a roll of the dice.

Contributor Bio:McKay, Dodie Graham
Dodie Graham McKay is a writer, Green Witch, Gardnerian priestess, and filmmaker. She is inspired to document and share stories that capture the beauty of nature and the visible and invisible realms of magic and witchcraft. She is the author of the book Earth Magic and A Witch's Ally, and her documentary films include The WinniPagans (2012), Starry Nights (2016), and the four-part series Exploring the Sacred (2022). Dodie spends her spare time walking her dogs and facilitating a busy coven. She lives in Treaty One Territory, Homeland of the Red River Métis Nation, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Visit her at DodieGrahamMcKay.com.

Contributor Bio:Chambers, Ian
Ian Chambers is a long-time practitioner of modern Traditional Witchcraft and folk sorcery. Ian has received inductions in several Traditional Craft sodalities and maintains working relations through the Ced and Y Plant Brân lines of witchcraft. A selection of Ian's writings has appeared in various magazines, including The Cauldron, White Dragon, and The Hedgewytch, and current works may be found at By The Pale Moonlight at Patheos Pagan.

Contributor Bio:Hall, Nathan M
Nathan M. Hall is a witch, animist, initiate of the Anderson Feri Tradition, and member of the Temple of Witchcraft. He serves on the board of the annual Mystic South Conference and is a contributor and editorial advisor for The Wild Hunt, a daily news source for the Pagan community. Nathan has two decades of experience working as a journalist and editor, has lectured at media conferences, and has sat on a variety of panels.

Contributor Bio:Herkes, Michael
Michael Herkes makes magic across the windy city of Chicago as a genderqueer author, astrologer, tarot reader, intuitive stylist, and glamour witch. After practicing privately for two decades, Michael stepped out of the broom closet and into the role of teacher--dedicating their energy to uplifting and mentoring others on using witchcraft for self-empowerment. Since then, they have authored multiple books and presented workshops across the United States on the art of witchcraft and glamour. Through this, they have made a name for themself as "The Glam Witch," known for their bubbly personality and eccentric flair for caftans, kimonos, the color pink...and powerful transformative magic. Focusing primarily on glamour magic, Michael's practice centers around magical aesthetics and adornment, using fashion and makeup to cultivate inner and outer makeovers--inspiring others to tap into their personal power and creativity to create positive change in their own lives and the world around them. For more information visit www.theglamwitch.com.

Contributor Bio:Lupa
Lupa (Portland, OR) is a neoshaman, artist and sustainability geek. She has been working with animal magic in various forms since the 1990s and has developed a self-created and spirit-directed neoshamanic path. She possesses a Master's degree in counseling psychology with an emphasis on ecopsychology. Visit her online at TheGreenWolf.com.