About The Book
Winter Magic is perfect for anyone seeking to connect with their own magic during the enchanting time of Yule, and to harness the power of the Winter Solstice. Readers will be introduced to various Yule spirits and deities both light and dark, gain insight into the pagan origins of Christmas traditions and learn how to create and foster a Yule that honours and celebrates the Winter Solstice and the returning light of the sun.
Winter Magic will show you how to:
– Make pine needle bundles and hand-dipped taper candles for mindful gift-giving
– Identify the most powerful colours, herbs and spices for your practice
– Create the perfect winter altar and perform rituals to honour Yule deities and spirits
– Bring magic to the kitchen with a nourishing witch’s soup
– Set intentions as you celebrate the Winter Solstice and welcome the new year
– Learn how to read tarot and use other divination tools
– Work with the moon and its influence
And much more!
Whether you are a seasoned practitioner seeking new insights, or a baby witch curious to delve into the magical practices associated with this festive season, Winter Magic offers a treasury of knowledge and practices to enrich your Winter Solstice celebrations.
About the Author
Sara Haydon is a Finnish-born author and advocate for slow, intentional living. With a background in psychology, she spent years working in mental health and offender rehabilitation before turning her focus to writing and helping others explore lives of greater depth and meaning.
Her debut book, Winter Magic: A Witch’s Yule (Atlantic Books, 2024), explores the intersection of nature, seasonal living and personal spirituality, earning praise for its warmth, intelligence and relevance to contemporary life.
Now based in Finland after more than a decade in the UK, Sara writes from her home beside the woods, where life close to nature continues to inspire her work. Her writing blends storytelling, imagination and a touch of northern magic, inviting readers to rediscover beauty in the everyday.
