The Grimoire Journal: A Place to Record Spells, Rituals, Recipes, and More by Paige Vanderbeck

The Grimoire Journal: A Place to Record Spells, Rituals, Recipes, and More Reviews

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  shana

  I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a review, but I'm going to be purchasing a hard copy as well! This is a good reference book to have around for color correspondences, crystals, herbs, etc., but I most enjoyed the journal space with writing prompts. I'm the kind of person that really needs an assignment in order to be productive and this book will be so helpful for when I want to do something witchy but don't know exactly what. Paige comes across as friendly, knowledgeable, unintimidating, and welcoming. Good for baby witches and beyond!
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  Larissa Lee

  First Glance
  I won this book from an Instagram giveaway hosted by @fatfeministwitch (Paige Vanderbeck) and @the.glam.witch (Michael Herkes) in July. They asked for affirmations based on one of the prompts in this book, and mine was “I am a child of the universe, my bones and blood are stardust!”
  
  Positive Bits
  I need other publishers to step up their game! The aesthetics of this journal and the other books I’ve received from them are literally magical. We get colors and artwork scattered throughout the book, lending inspiration to the reader on every page. Journals and prompt books can come across as plain or even dull, especially when the majority of a page is full of straight lines for us to write. In this journal, we get the expected lines to fill in with our thoughts, but every single page has borders with color and symbols to tickle your fancy. The overall effect of this layout is a feeling of focused creativity.
  
  Of course, the content itself is more important that the appearance. For my first read-through, I chose not to actually perform any of the writing activities or rituals while reviewing the full picture. Yet I found myself brainstorming page after page, staring off into space while I considered the prompt or spell worksheet at hand. As someone who’s been struggling with a witchy listlessness for some time now, it amazed me to feel so focused on each idea the journal presented. Not every spell suggestion fit my needs, but enough of them did to make the collection useful to any witch who might be looking for some inspiration.
  
  There’s also a beauty in using a journal with prompts like this completely out of order. The topics are divided into basic sections: Summon Your Spells, Record Your Rituals, Relish Your Recipes, and Make Your Magic. What this really means is that there are prompts for spells, a review of large rituals celebrating the year, some recipes to craft around the kitchen, and a combination of various magical tools. You can work to create your own magical oil recipe, then turn around and use that for a prompted spell for protection. I’d actually recommend jotting down the page numbers of incorporated items like the oil recipe on any other pages it appears in, just to make finding your recipe easily when the time comes. All in all, the ties between items are loose enough that there’s no need to move chronologically through the exercises in order to gain their benefits.
  
  Less Enjoyable Bits
  This journal may not do much for a brand new witch. Without some basic background knowledge of various topics (elements, herbs, colors, crystals, and so forth), the prompts may come across as a bit overwhelming. However, some patience and the use of a couple outside resources could overcome this issue.
  
  In a completely personal preference, I wish this journal was bound in a spiral. As a lefty in particular, I don’t enjoy the feeling of resistance that the left side of the book applies to your hand as you write in a bound book. That’s why my own active grimoire is a spiral journal instead, because it can truly lay flat. To be fair, though, I’m not sure that many publishers have the equipment (or desire) to bind books in anything other than traditional methods.
  
  More prompts related to personal associations would’ve been wonderful. We get into some basics throughout the journal, but we didn’t dive into the elements or moon phases as they relate to us as individuals. Considering how different my relationship with the elements has been based on location (living in Texas versus living in the Pacific Northwest), that would’ve been an interesting direction to explore together.
  
  Is it worth the coin?
  Yes – particularly if you need some inspiration to get your magical creativity flowing. The variety of topics touched by this journal is like the rainbow of light a prism casts onto the walls as the sun hits – there’s a bit of every color mixed in!
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  carrie

  I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a review, but let me tell you I've already purchased a hardcover copy because this book is absolutely stunning. For a beginner like me, it feels like the perfect guide for spells, rituals, and more. I loved the writing prompts given to make myself slowly grow in confidence with each different area covered, and Vanderbeck really makes you feel welcome in this world that can seem quite intimidating at times, especially for someone who doesn't really know where to begin!
  
  I know that I'll keep going back to this book for advice and new ideas, as I feel like I have a mentor and a friend by my side while I'm still creating my own form of worship. I'd 100% recommend this to anyone who is a beginner like I am, or even for someone who is perhaps more practised but looking for different ideas and a new way of doing things. Absolutely beautiful!
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  Jennifer Zamboni

  I was very lucky to receive an advanced copy of The Grimoire Journal from the publisher.
  
  Alright, let’s get right down to it, I loved it! The over all esthetic is stunning from the formatting to the illustrations, it’s a feast for the eyes. There isn’t so many ways to personalize and learn from it. It had lists of correspondences that I’ll definitely make use of. With lot so of guides to write your own spell, I can’t wait till my physical copy comes in and I can start playing around with it!
  
  I’d definitely recommend this book to any that are just starting out on their path or who want to get back to basics to bring back the joy in their practice. Also, it’s non-religious so anyone should be quite comfortable with the content, no matter their beliefs!
  
  Check out my full review here:
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  Lord Beardsley

  I have yet to truly dive into the rituals and various workings found within Paige Vanderbeck's excellent grimoire. In fact, this first time around I read through it in one sitting to absorb the general workings found within, and was pleasantly surprised with what I came across. Vanderbeck offers a generous supply of personalized, eclectic prompts geared toward awakening the reader's immediate access to their own magickal path. This user-friendly, fat positive, intersectional and environmentally-minded approach to witchcraft is the opposite of dogmatic, and is the perfect resource to exploring your own magickal resources that exist within.
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  Juniper Karlsson

  I liked it a lot. It's a good work book if you're already a bit experienced in witchcraft. My negative is that I don't think it could be used as easily by a beginner because it lacked a bit of explanations as to why you can arrange spells and rituals a certain way with certain ingredients etc. I also think there was a lack of space for some of the reflection sections but that's probably my own preference as I can go on and on about things like that. But I enjoyed it very much and I have started to mark out the things I'm curious to explore first. I'm really excited to incorporate this book into my practice!
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  GollyRojer

  This really is intended to serve as a grimoire, or Book of Shadows, for personal use. The majority of the book is lined blank sections intended for making notes. If you intend to buy, just be aware that it is more blank lines than text.
  The sections of the book are:
  Summon Your Spells
  Record Your Rituals
  Relish Your Recipes
  Make Your Magic
  ...followed by a very brief associations guide, an even briefer resources list, and references.
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  Lelia

  This Grimoire Journal presents a mixed bag of features that may leave users with conflicting opinions. With its focus on note-taking, it aims to serve as a valuable tool for documenting personal magical experiences. However, its design falls short in providing an optimal user experience.
  
  One of the main drawbacks of the Grimoire Journal is the limited space for notes. As the core purpose of the journal, this limitation can be frustrating for users who wish to extensively record their thoughts, observations, and spell workings. It is also disappointing to find that the sections provided are practically indistinguishable, making it difficult to locate specific information at a later time. The cluttered organization further compounds the issue, scattering spells related to a specific topic throughout the journal.
  
  Moreover, the inclusion of magical advice rooted in various spiritual practices, including variations of Christianity, may not appeal to everyone. While diversity is commendable, the lack of a clear focus and alignment with a specific magical tradition may lead to confusion or disinterest for some readers. Additionally, the information presented within the journal does not cater to beginners, as it assumes a certain level of prior knowledge. However, it also fails to provide enough depth for advanced practitioners, leaving them wanting more substantial content.
  
  It is important to note that Grimoire Journal turned out to be more a study aid rather than a comprehensive grimoire journal for future use. As such, it may be useful in conjunction with other resources, but it may not meet the expectations of those seeking a standalone grimoire.
  
  Despite its shortcomings, the Grimoire journal does offer some redeeming qualities. The quality of the journal itself is commendable, with sturdy binding and visually appealing aesthetics.
  
  In conclusion, the Grimoire journal falls short in its execution, primarily due to its limited note-taking space, disorganized sections, and lack of clarity in its target audience. However, its potential as a study aid and the opportunity for personalization make it a viable option for those seeking a supplementary resource. It is recommended that users assess their specific needs and preferences before investing in the Grimoire journal.
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  Mouse

  This is a very pretty book. The artwork and colored ink throughout make it feel even more special. Though I don't see myself doing every spell or exercise (mainly because I don't want to go shopping for specific rocks), I think it's a great resource, which I will turn to often.
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  Regina Walker

  I read this for research. It was a fun read.
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  Rhiannon

  Good workbook for beginners. Since the author encourages a lot of writing your own spells, it would be good to tell how to write spells.
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  Ratnes Chauhan

  I want read this book