Powerful Juju: Goddesses, Music & Magic for Comfort, Guidance & Protection

by Najah Lightfoot

Journey through the Crossroads of Magick with 12 Iconic Women Beside You A follow-up to the bestselling Good Juju , Powerful Juju provides guidance and comfort in times of hardship. Najah Lightfoot introduces you to a dozen goddesses and legendary figures, from mythology and modern times, who offer inspiration and protection against the most difficult parts of life. Each one is accompanied by a song to soothe and uplift your spirit, a list of correspondences, a brief description, a full ritual, and instructions on setting up sacred space to bring her energy into your life. You'll meet Sekhmet, Frida Kahlo, Doreen Valiente, Tituba, Nina Simone, Lilith, and others. These women were specially chosen to accompany you through the crossroads of magick, helping you be strong and carry on.

Genres: Spirituality, Witchcraft, Nonfiction

216 pages, Paperback

Published September 8, 2022

About the author

Najah Lightfoot is the author of "The Spiritual Magic of Dolls," ~ release date November 03, 2025, published by Red Wheel/Weiser Books.

She is the multi-award-winning author of the bestselling Good Juju: Mojos, Rites & Practices for the Magical Soul, and "Powerful Juju ~ Goddesses, Music, & Magic, for Comfort, Guidance, & Protection," published by Llewellyn Worldwide.

Najah is a regular contributor to the Llewellyn annuals and a contributor to Taschen, The Library of Esoterica -Volume III - Witchcraft. Her magickal staff is on display and part of the permanent collection of the Buckland Museum of Witchcraft, located in Cleveland, Ohio.

Najah is an in-demand speaker and presenter for conferences, events, workshops, film and print media.

She lives in Denver, Colorado, where the blue skies and the Rocky Mountains uplift and fill her soul.
Find her online at www.instagram.com/NajahLightfoot, www.facebook.com/NajahLightfoot, and www.backstage.com/u/Najah_Lightfoot/

Reviews

[Jeanine · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can't even convey how much I loved this book. Well written, enjoyable to read, and I learned a lot about the people she names as Goddesses. I absolutely love how she incorporated songs and rituals in with each person. A must read. Go get it and read it, keep it, refer to it.

[LittleRead · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is simply beautiful to me. I love the goddesses, music selections and rituals offered as well as the personal experiences shared by the authoress. I often call on my female ancestors, so reading this book was a blessing to be introduced to how another witch practices. Sure, I’ve heard of Lilith and a few others, but never had I considered Frida Kahlo or some of the others. It is the extension of my existing practices and I really love the addition of music.

The authoress takes you through her practices, rites and rituals, but is clear that you can, and should, make them your own over time. While I personally would not feel comfortable calling on Marie Laveau, that is because of my respect for Vodou as a religion, but that doesn’t mean you can’t. The authoress takes you through a list of goddesses to call on for various aid and from here you can build upon this list with more goddesses and requests.

Well written, down to earth, and respectful of beliefs of all. This is a great way for setting intentions and asking for guidance, strength, etc. Well worth the read and a great addition to your library.

[Annarella · Rating 5 out of 5]

I liked Good Juju and appreciated this book. I found interesting how the author interact with music and the different elements.
I also liked the women the author chose.
An excellent book, highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine

[JadersCorner · Rating 5 out of 5]

NetGalley Arc

A very pleasant read, packed with so much knowledge. Highly recommend this book, it may not be for everyone, but if it’s for you - you’ll know it and love it.