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Urban Faery Magick: Connecting to the Fae in the Modern World
Develop Relationships with the Fae for a Lifelong Journey of Magick Meet dozens of faeries that have adapted to the modern world and can be found in the most unexpected places. Urban Faery Magick introduces you to these mystical beings, providing tips and techniques for interacting with them as you travel your own spiritual path. Author Tara Sanchez explores dozens of case studies and shares her own personal stories of fae encounters, uniquely associating each faery with one of the elements from Eastern or Western traditions. You will learn about the Zaragoza goblin, Jon the Rust Spirit, Jenny Green-teeth, the Santiago Park Pixie, and many more. This book also includes dozens of hands-on exercises, including traditional Celtic practices, chants, invocations, breath work, dowsing, scrying, and interpreting signs as you discover the important lessons the fae can teach us. Faeries are no strangers to the cities of the world. They walk the streets and live their lives in the forlorn alleys, waterways, nooks, and crannies that are often overlooked. Urban Faery Magick shows you how to connect with these misunderstood creatures and experience their energy.
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226 pages, Paperback
Published March 8, 2021
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February 11, 2021
I keep an open mind when I read books about 'fairies' or 'the other people'. This one intrigued me in the introduction as it mentioned two magicians with whom I'm very familiar that the author knows and I couldn't help but wonder if I might have run across her at a picnic or other event sometime without knowing her.
Unlike some books on this subject, the book doesn't try to convince the reader that fae, spirits, or whatever you choose to call them exist. Belief is pre-supposed. I like that. It defines the target audience clearly. The primary focus is on the adaptations these spirits have made to assimilate a changing landscape as the urban world increasingly infringes on nature's landscape. This is something I first read about in Jaq D. Hawkins' Elemental Spirits series, though Sanchez's book is specifically about those urban fairies rather than all nature spirits.
There were some things I didn't quite agree with, like she classifies all of these entities as Seelie or Unseelie which is specifically a concept from Scottish folklore that wouldn't apply elsewhere. However, the spirit of how she perceives the fae is close enough and there are loads of exercises for attempting to raise your own awareness of them or to attract them.
Like most books on the subject, it does push belief at times but overall it doesn't go as far off the rails as many new age fairy books.
Unlike some books on this subject, the book doesn't try to convince the reader that fae, spirits, or whatever you choose to call them exist. Belief is pre-supposed. I like that. It defines the target audience clearly. The primary focus is on the adaptations these spirits have made to assimilate a changing landscape as the urban world increasingly infringes on nature's landscape. This is something I first read about in Jaq D. Hawkins' Elemental Spirits series, though Sanchez's book is specifically about those urban fairies rather than all nature spirits.
There were some things I didn't quite agree with, like she classifies all of these entities as Seelie or Unseelie which is specifically a concept from Scottish folklore that wouldn't apply elsewhere. However, the spirit of how she perceives the fae is close enough and there are loads of exercises for attempting to raise your own awareness of them or to attract them.
Like most books on the subject, it does push belief at times but overall it doesn't go as far off the rails as many new age fairy books.
March 4, 2021
As someone who has been practicing Fae Magick for a few years, this book just became one of my top recommendations for people new to the practice.
It is a very interesting modern twist and approach for those who lead their lives in urban areas but still love this nature centered practice. Most of what is taught in the chapters are things that many urban practitioners do intuitively, which the author admits - and even recommends. It's always refreshing whenever witchcraft books admit there isn't a set way to do magick and that it is mostly following our gut.
The best thing in this book are the exercises. Many spiritual books focus too much on theory when witchcraft is practical in its essence. Urban Faery Magick not only teaches about urban Fae, how to deal with them and how they have been portrayed in stories, like many other faecraft books, but provides numerous exercises throughout the chapters, from the most basic meditation to entering faery portals. These come both from previous practices, myths and the author's own experience.
It offers also many ways to categorize Fae, and doesn't simplify them, but rather explains all their complexities.
The most fascinating part was the author's interpretation of urban Grafitti as possible faery portals - which is a wonderful modern twist on the portals we already knew and makes sense, being Grafitti the art forever tied to the city, much like urban Fae are. I've identified a few Grafitti faery portals around my own country, Portugal, thanks to this book.
Sanchez covers both the basic and advanced Fae Magick , with modern interpretations and well written exercises and explanations that even those not knowledgeable in witchcraft will understand.
In conclusion, Urban Faery Magick by Tara Sanchez is now one of my favorite Fae Magick books (and possibly even one of my favorite Witchcraft books). I cannot wait to add a physical copy to my shelf.
(I received a digital copy of this book from NetGalley)
It is a very interesting modern twist and approach for those who lead their lives in urban areas but still love this nature centered practice. Most of what is taught in the chapters are things that many urban practitioners do intuitively, which the author admits - and even recommends. It's always refreshing whenever witchcraft books admit there isn't a set way to do magick and that it is mostly following our gut.
The best thing in this book are the exercises. Many spiritual books focus too much on theory when witchcraft is practical in its essence. Urban Faery Magick not only teaches about urban Fae, how to deal with them and how they have been portrayed in stories, like many other faecraft books, but provides numerous exercises throughout the chapters, from the most basic meditation to entering faery portals. These come both from previous practices, myths and the author's own experience.
It offers also many ways to categorize Fae, and doesn't simplify them, but rather explains all their complexities.
The most fascinating part was the author's interpretation of urban Grafitti as possible faery portals - which is a wonderful modern twist on the portals we already knew and makes sense, being Grafitti the art forever tied to the city, much like urban Fae are. I've identified a few Grafitti faery portals around my own country, Portugal, thanks to this book.
Sanchez covers both the basic and advanced Fae Magick , with modern interpretations and well written exercises and explanations that even those not knowledgeable in witchcraft will understand.
In conclusion, Urban Faery Magick by Tara Sanchez is now one of my favorite Fae Magick books (and possibly even one of my favorite Witchcraft books). I cannot wait to add a physical copy to my shelf.
(I received a digital copy of this book from NetGalley)
February 11, 2021
The faes adapts to the urban world. This book talks about relationships with them for a lifelong journey of inspiration and magic. The faeries and offers good tips and techniques for interacting with the fae and receiving their blessings and help on your own spiritual path. It is a good book and I enjoyed reading it this book.
April 2, 2024
A brilliant, informative, and intriguing guide to modern fae in the urban world. Wonderful anecdotes and helpful exercises, this is a must-add to the library of any practitioner.
May 18, 2021
Urban Faery Magick: Connecting to the Fae in the Modern World by Tara Sanchez is an intriguing read for believers and non believers alike. Meet dozens of faeries that have adapted to the modern world and can be found in the most unexpected places. Urban Faery Magick introduces you to these mystical beings, providing tips and techniques for interacting with them as you travel your own spiritual path. Author Tara Sanchez explores dozens of case studies and shares her own personal stories of fae encounters, uniquely associating each faery with one of the elements from Eastern or Western traditions. You will learn about the Zaragoza goblin, Jon the Rust Spirit, Jenny Green-teeth, the Santiago Park Pixie, and many more. This book also includes dozens of hands-on exercises, including traditional Celtic practices, chants, invocations, breath work, dowsing, scrying, and interpreting signs as you discover the important lessons the fae can teach us.
Urban Faery Magick shows readers how to look at the world with the hope of seeing fae, and what to do if it happens. I think this book will appeal to three types of readers. Those who absolutely believe in the fae, that that really want to, and those that are just simply fascinated with the lore and experiences of others even if they do not really believe. I thought everything was well presented and was presented in a way that was accessible to all readers. The idea of connecting with and working with the fae might be a bit much for some, but the idea of being more aware of the world around you and listening to your instincts about the larger world- and being safe in your choices- is good for all of us to remember. I liked that caution, awareness of our own health as well as others, and how people have impacted everything were highlighted in the book. I thought the case studies and personal experiences of the author were well done, and the inclusion of lore from around the world was nice. While the table of contents was very helpful when I wanted to go back and find a segment I wanted to reread, and the suggested reading list at the end of the book was a nice addition. I would have loved a detailed index and a short glossary or listing of mentioned fae with basic information at the end of the book, rather than just as part of the chapters.
Urban Faery Magick is the perfect book for those that want to connect to the fae, and other spirits of the world in a meaningful way. For those curious about the practice and lore of doing so it is an engaging read.
Urban Faery Magick shows readers how to look at the world with the hope of seeing fae, and what to do if it happens. I think this book will appeal to three types of readers. Those who absolutely believe in the fae, that that really want to, and those that are just simply fascinated with the lore and experiences of others even if they do not really believe. I thought everything was well presented and was presented in a way that was accessible to all readers. The idea of connecting with and working with the fae might be a bit much for some, but the idea of being more aware of the world around you and listening to your instincts about the larger world- and being safe in your choices- is good for all of us to remember. I liked that caution, awareness of our own health as well as others, and how people have impacted everything were highlighted in the book. I thought the case studies and personal experiences of the author were well done, and the inclusion of lore from around the world was nice. While the table of contents was very helpful when I wanted to go back and find a segment I wanted to reread, and the suggested reading list at the end of the book was a nice addition. I would have loved a detailed index and a short glossary or listing of mentioned fae with basic information at the end of the book, rather than just as part of the chapters.
Urban Faery Magick is the perfect book for those that want to connect to the fae, and other spirits of the world in a meaningful way. For those curious about the practice and lore of doing so it is an engaging read.
December 6, 2022
I didn’t really give much thought to the fae before this year. I had a few encounters camping when I was in my 20s, but the fae wasn’t something I was looking for.
Last year, I moved into a spiritual center and started picking up strange tracers of light, orbs and even a glowing object that looked like it had wings on the security cameras. There were also a few “ghost” incidents and the building has a reputation for being haunted. My partner and I investigated strange incidents but never came up with anything to nail down.
Then one day while watering a plant, I thought I heard a small voice say “thank you” and I realized we must have faeries! So my partner picked up this book for us. It’s given me a new outlook on “the unexplained” and “hauntings”. We’ve been working through the exercises together and although my understanding of the fae is new, it’s fascinating and this is a good intro book to the idea of those spirits that aren’t deceased but not divine either.
The only critique I have is that this is very English and keeps a very English outlook on the topic. I would like to add that while living in the US as a descendant of colonizers, I would suggest those in the US to consider that some of the “fae” on this land are tied to Indigenous spirits and shouldn’t be whitewashed with European lore (although colonizers did also bring their fae with them).
Overall a wonderful into to getting to know the fae in an urban environment.
Last year, I moved into a spiritual center and started picking up strange tracers of light, orbs and even a glowing object that looked like it had wings on the security cameras. There were also a few “ghost” incidents and the building has a reputation for being haunted. My partner and I investigated strange incidents but never came up with anything to nail down.
Then one day while watering a plant, I thought I heard a small voice say “thank you” and I realized we must have faeries! So my partner picked up this book for us. It’s given me a new outlook on “the unexplained” and “hauntings”. We’ve been working through the exercises together and although my understanding of the fae is new, it’s fascinating and this is a good intro book to the idea of those spirits that aren’t deceased but not divine either.
The only critique I have is that this is very English and keeps a very English outlook on the topic. I would like to add that while living in the US as a descendant of colonizers, I would suggest those in the US to consider that some of the “fae” on this land are tied to Indigenous spirits and shouldn’t be whitewashed with European lore (although colonizers did also bring their fae with them).
Overall a wonderful into to getting to know the fae in an urban environment.
March 20, 2021
Connecting to the Fae When Not in Nature
As one who lives in a suburban place very near to beautiful natural settings, the topic of this book intrigued me when I saw it at one of my favorite book review sites. While I enjoy being out in nature when I can, it isn't always possible or feasible. I love how this author discusses how we can still appreciate the fae even in an urban setting (or suburban in my case!). This book is chock-full of exercises and meditations to help you connect with the fae in an urban setting; this is the strongest point of the book. You can tell the author has experience with the topic, and she has an easy-to-read writing style. If you've worked with the fae before, some topics she discusses will already be well known to you, but the author explains everything so well that this book would even work well for someone who is relatively new to faery magick. If your form of spirituality resonates with or involves the fae world, you will most likely appreciate this well-written book.
I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
My book blog: https://www.readingfanaticreviews.com
As one who lives in a suburban place very near to beautiful natural settings, the topic of this book intrigued me when I saw it at one of my favorite book review sites. While I enjoy being out in nature when I can, it isn't always possible or feasible. I love how this author discusses how we can still appreciate the fae even in an urban setting (or suburban in my case!). This book is chock-full of exercises and meditations to help you connect with the fae in an urban setting; this is the strongest point of the book. You can tell the author has experience with the topic, and she has an easy-to-read writing style. If you've worked with the fae before, some topics she discusses will already be well known to you, but the author explains everything so well that this book would even work well for someone who is relatively new to faery magick. If your form of spirituality resonates with or involves the fae world, you will most likely appreciate this well-written book.
I received a free copy of this book, but that did not affect my review.
My book blog: https://www.readingfanaticreviews.com
February 21, 2021
There are alot of interesting ideas & points in this book as well as a wealth of information meticulously put together here. A good reference book here for thoughts on Fae & many things about Fae & quality content about items related to Fae [love my stones]. I feel there are many nonFae entities that can be confused with Fae or the term is much more blanket than I see it. Nature entities abound everywhere & feel that spirits can also be brought to areas when a large segment of the people have settled from areas that they originally existed. Urban squalor has also overtaken areas they used to exist en masse also. There is an area here in the US that is filled with Fae magic I used to live along with a ton of other spirits & it was incredible. Here now in this area different than that one many other spirits reign but Fae can be called in that is more people specific.
February 21, 2021
I was instantly drawn to the concept of Fae adapting to urban settings and how that might change interactions between them and people. As a writer of fiction, just the description sent my creative mind spinning. This book starts with the presumption that the reader believes in Fae and is looking for ways to start an interaction in a modern, urban, less natural setting. There is an abundance of Fae tradition/facts, tips, warnings, etc that are all useful and a lot of new ideas for urban dealings in particular. A great addition to your magic library.
November 4, 2022
Urban Faery Magic
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There was just something about this book that drew me in. The author’s voice is one that I would happily read daily. Each story is well written in a vernacular that places Fae right in the middle of our every day lives. I came away with insightful information of the fair folk and surprisingly, a new mindset on hauntings. I would definitely recommend for those interested in the Otherworld or those looking to expand their knowledge of different meditation or faery work techniques.
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There was just something about this book that drew me in. The author’s voice is one that I would happily read daily. Each story is well written in a vernacular that places Fae right in the middle of our every day lives. I came away with insightful information of the fair folk and surprisingly, a new mindset on hauntings. I would definitely recommend for those interested in the Otherworld or those looking to expand their knowledge of different meditation or faery work techniques.
February 25, 2021
Although I was really looking forward to this book, I was a little disappointed. Although there is a lot of information, much of it seems to be fairly common knowledge. That said, I did enjoy that it was all gathered in one place. There were a number of interesting ideas that I hadn't considered. I can see this book being helpful for people who are new to the idea of the fae existing around us, or as a reference for fantasy novelists.
January 20, 2021
In this book you will be studying the far intensively. Learn how to interact with them. You will be introduced to all kinds of fae and what their magic and skills set is. I thought this was a wonderfully inclusive book. It was very helpful to me. I definitely recommend this book for your personal collection.
February 9, 2021
An interesting book that will tell you all you want to know about fae in modern world.
It well researched and well written, full of exercises and information.
I thought it was more about the urban side but it's interesting and recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
It well researched and well written, full of exercises and information.
I thought it was more about the urban side but it's interesting and recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
June 5, 2021
This is an excellent book for anyone interested in Fae Magick. Sanchez not only shows us how the Fae have adapted to urban living over the ages, but also includes some excellent information on the Fae in general. Beginners will find this easy to understand. There were also some wonderful exercises included for working with Fae.
May 26, 2021
Tara Sanchez shows us how the Fae have adapted to urban life. I liked how she also included basic information on the far as well making this the perfect book for beginners and experts alike. I also enjoyed the exercises that were included.
May 24, 2021
A good book with different ways to connect with the fae and types of fae. A number of different exercises to help connect and expand their connection.
March 4, 2022
Regardless of your beliefs, come for the stories and stay for the guided mediation exercises.
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