About the author
Diana Lucile Paxson (born February 20, 1943) is an American writer, primarily in the fields of paganism and heathenism. Her published works include fantasy and historical fiction novels, as well as numerous short stories. More recently she has also published books about pagan and heathen religions and practices. She is a founder of the Society for Creative Anachronism, where she is known as Countess Diana Listmaker. == Career == In addition to her multiple novels and collaborations, she has written over 70 short stories. Her best-known works are the Westria novels, and the later books in the Arthurian-themed Avalon series, where she first co-wrote with Marion Zimmer Bradley as an expansion of Bradley's The Mists of Avalon, then—after Bradley's death—took over sole authorship. Paxson's other books include her own Arthurian novel series The Hallowed Isle, and neopagan spirituality writings such as Taking Up the Runes, Essential Asatru, and Trance-Portation. She writes a regular column in the women's spirituality magazine SageWoman. Paxson has been active in the leadership of a number of organizations.
📖 Where to start with Diana L Paxson
💬 What our editors say about Diana L Paxson's books
“Paxson delivers a comprehensive volume that successfully balances historical accuracy with practical magical application. However, readers seeking purely academic linguistic analysis or strict archaeological history may find the…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Taking Up the Runes: A Complete Guide to Using Runes in Spells, Rituals, Divination, and Magic Paxson, Diana L
“This text provides a refreshing alternative to conventional divination tools by reconstructing the lost art of lot casting using Hebrew letters. While it successfully bridges historical context with practical application for…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Casting Lots: Ancient Hebrew Divination Magic
“Paxson successfully demystifies ancient oracle traditions by focusing on the psychological and spiritual mechanics of trance rather than mere mysticism. The text is rigorous, offering clear techniques for fostering intuitive…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on The Way of the Oracle: Recovering the Practices of the Past to Find Answers for Today
📋 Editions by Diana L Paxson in the catalog
| Edition | Year | Publisher | Pages | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taking Up the Runes: A Complete Guide to Using Runes in Spells, | 2021 | Weiser Books | 448 | 9781578637294 |
| Casting Lots: Ancient Hebrew Divination Magic | 2022 | Weiser Books | 224 | 9781578637096 |
| The Way of the Oracle: Recovering the Practices of the Past to F | 2012 | Weiser Books | 272 | 9781578634835 |
| The Essential Guide to Possession, Depossession, and Divine Rela | 2015 | Weiser Books | 288 | 9781578635528 |
| Odin: Ecstasy, Runes, & Norse Magic | 2017 | Weiser Books | 320 | 9781578636105 |
| The Secrets of Doctor Taverner | 2011 | Weiser Books | 240 | 9781578633371 |
| Trance-Portation: Learning to Navigate the Inner World | 2008 | Weiser Books | 304 | 9781578634057 |
| Essential Asatru: A Modern Guide to Norse Paganism | 2021 | Citadel Press | 208 | 9780806541129 |
