So here is the skinny on the book folks :) : Its been sent to a respectable UK publishing company that deals in occult books. I’m not sure how long the process will be for the final editing, etc. ....but its completed!
“Its amazing how a few months go by since the last time you THOUGHT it was finished.”
I know, I know. It turned out to be much larger than I ever intended but really wanted to make this something the reader could USE and explore this art in depth. Since this is my first book and first attempt at offering full results of my own magical workings, I wanted to make it as complete as possible without dictating a narrow, “my way or the highway” type approach. I explain and show photos of my actual tools and how each were made, and what my results were. I even offer some variety for the reader to consider which is founded in research but I haven’t tried personally (yet). I hope many will be pleased at the surprising similarities to other arts which paints this practices in a broader and richer spectrum.
My friends and fellow authors/ respectable magicians/ and gentlemen who reviewed the MS offered fantastic feedback and assistance. Without a doubt, they helped the MS become what it is. I’m excited and also nervous for how my readers will take the material. Its not written by a scholar as much as a quirky, traditionalist, mage. A project I’ve poured my soul in consistently for quite a while now.
With that, I leave you with a few photos of my work not necessarily included in the book ;) Just a taste of what treasure awaits the magician who wishes to Draw Spirits into CRYSTALS.
Beginning set up of ritual working space.
Book of Spirits, ebony wand, & Lamen
Altar of the Stars, Holy Table, Crystal in ebony pedestal, Tripod censor, candles
Ever want to make that REAL Book of Spirits?
Whole section on just how I created mine and YES it works QUITE well.
( Image on left cover designed by ASTERION MAGE, a wonderful artist who allowed me to use this fitting design!)
The WAND
Ebony wood and 24K gold gilt lettering.
Sorry to keep everyone waiting so long....hopefully....it will be all worth it.
I hope to hear from you magicians who meet similar success utilizing this system as I have.
Looking forward to her coming out! I'll be reading and reviewing as soon as I can get my hands on it.=)
ReplyDeleteScarlett Imprint perhaps for your publisher? That would be awesome as I know their quality and dedication to excellence is second-to-none.
ReplyDeleteI am sure it will be a great success. Well done. I will most definitely purchase it. can't wait :)
ReplyDeletePublishing is the hardest wait I'm told, so hang in there and best of luck, brother.
ReplyDeleteHope it will be traditional and working stuff.
ReplyDeleteBezimienny: That was the whole purpose and goal of the book ;-) ..So I hope so too.
ReplyDeleteHi Frater,
ReplyDeleteAny word on a publishing date yet?
No word yet. Waiting to hear. Will definitely let everyone know when I know. It's been hard to be patient.
ReplyDeleteIt has really been hard to be patient :)
ReplyDelete::Sigh::: Looks like I had to switch publishers as the one I was planning on has seemed to fall through. I'm hopping it will all be worth it and worth the wait once the final product comes out. I spent too long waiting on them and it pushed it back further I'm afraid :{
ReplyDeletePlease consider self-publishing. You can do something similar to RO, where people can buy your book instantly with Paypal or something.
ReplyDeleteWhatever you decide, you have fans ready to support your work :)
So, it looks like publishing will commence after all and sooner than expected! Although a date has not been set on its release yet. I've decided to sign with NEPHILIM PRESS http://nephilimpress.com/ Although they are a newer publishing company and fond of "darker works" the company seems appropriate. I've spoken with the publisher and am pleased with his sense of integrity and excitement about the book. He supports authors he believes in and thinks the DISC will be a huge hit! :)
ReplyDeleteI would be very interested in a fine leather edition.
ReplyDeleteI went to the website and looked for it but did not find it. I would be most interested in your book. Any news?
ReplyDeleteIts here: http://www.nephilimpress.com/forthcoming/
ReplyDeleteIts called GATEWAYS THROUGH STONE AND CIRCLE...and should be out by the beginning of April. Look at my most recent posts for more info :)