Book Review-The Moon Apothecary: Rituals and Recipes for the Lunar Phases by Lorriane Anderson
Book Review
The Moon Apothecary: Rituals and Recipes for the Lunar Phases
By Lorriane Anderson
Publisher: Rockpool Publishing
265 Hardcover with Full Color Pages & Illustrations
Release Date: October 1st, 2024

The Moon Apothecary is an absolutely beautiful, full color hardcover that will exceed the expectations of any Green Witch, or any Witch in general, really. It’s a complete grimoire of self care based on the lunar phases, giving crystal, herb and essential oil correspondences, self-care rituals and recipes for tinctures, salves, lotions, teas and so much more. If you want to get yourself more in tune with the Moon and her phases, and also take steps towards self care (in a witchy and fun way), then The Moon Apothecary: Rituals and Recipes for the Lunar Phases is the book for you!

I chose this book because I’ve set a goal for myself to attune myself to the Lunar Phases more, especially in 2025. I sometimes focus too strongly on other planetary placements, forgetting that the Moon (and Pluto) have complete control over my natal chart in Scorpio. Life is hard, stressful and chaotic, and I’ve found that the material within The Moon Apothecary has inspired me to take time for myself, slow down and incorporate witchcraft into my self-care regimen. What I found within this books’ pages far surpassed my expectations; the design and illustration is absolutely stunning, and the spells, rituals and recipes are all built on solid ground in witchcraft, and also easily done. The materials for the recipes are pretty easy to find online, too!

My only critique of The Moon Apothecary is that obtaining supplies for each recipe, etc., may not be as easy for those on a budget, especially in our harsh economy. It’s not enough to make me like it any less, but it does play a factor into my overall review of it. Aside from that one critique, which I find myself having with many other, similar books, The Moon Apothecary is an essential book for any Green Witch’s shelf, and any witch looking to practice self care with the phases of the moon. I give The Moon Apothecary a 5/5.
Lorriane Anderson is a multi-discipline spiritual teacher, writer and soul-based entrepreneur, focusing heavily on intent and energy based living, using spiritual practices as a pathway for healing, growth, and transformation. She is the author of The Witch’s Apothecary as well as the co-creator of the best-selling Season of the Witch oracle deck series. You can find her at:
spiritelement.co
@spiritelement
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Author Bio:
The Modern Merlin has been a Polytheist and Animist Pagan, Witch, Sorcerer, Wizard, Druid, Mystic, Ceremonial Magician, Occultist, Shaman, Seer and Soothsayer for 15 years, worshipping and casting magick with deities and spirits from many cultures, including Ancient Greece, Rome, Norse & Germanic, Celtic, Egyptian, Sumerian, as well as many Faeries, Nymphs, Dryads, Ancestors and other nature and land spirits and spirits of place. He has experience in the Left and Right Hand Paths, working with both hands as needed. He currently practices Necromancy and Deathwalking, as well as Traditional Witchcraft, Druidry, Hellenism and Ceremonial Magick, incorporating all of them into a cohesive practice, with some shamanic touches. He studies and practices Astrology as well as Tarot and other forms of divination such as Runes, Palmistry and Ogham. He has a personal blog where he shares Astrological, Pagan, and other magickal wisdom for free! He gives readings and other spiritual services on his Facebook Page, The Modern Merlin, as well other free informational posts for everyone to see!
