About the author
Phyllis Curott (born February 8, 1954), who goes under the craft name Aradia, is an American Wiccan priestess, attorney, and writer. She is founder and high priestess of the Temple of Ara, one of the oldest Wiccan congregations in the United States. She has been active as a leader in the Parliament of the World’s Religions since 1993 in multiple roles including co-chair of the inaugural 1993 Women’s Task Force and current Program Chair of the 2023 Parliament of the World’s Religions in Chicago. She is also author of several published volumes on modern witchcraft and Goddess spirituality. == Early life and education == Curott grew up in Lynbrook, Long Island. Her parents were agnostic-atheist, socially liberal intellectuals who encouraged her to make her own decisions regarding theology but taught her to adhere to the Golden Rule. Her father worked as a maritime trade union organizer, whilst her mother, who had come from a wealthy and well-educated background, was a diplomat involved in the civil rights movement for racial equality in the United States.
📖 Where to start with Phyllis Curott
💬 What our editors say about Phyllis Curott's books
“Curott delivers a compelling manual that successfully demystifies Wiccan practice by focusing on its spiritual architecture rather than mere incantations. The text excels in making esoteric concepts accessible through a blend of…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Witch Crafting: A Spiritual Guide to Making Magic
“Curott provides a refreshing, accessible entry point for modern practitioners who feel alienated by rigid traditionalism or overly complex theory. The focus on using magic for tangible self-improvement and planetary healing is…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Spells for Living Well: A Witch's Guide for Manifesting Change, Well-Being, and Wonder
“Curott delivers a warm, accessible entry point into Wicca, focusing on harmony with nature and the sacred feminine. However, readers seeking rigorous academic analysis, historical footnotes, or complex theological debates will…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Wicca Made Easy: Awaken the Divine Magic Within You
📋 Editions by Phyllis Curott in the catalog
| Edition | Year | Publisher | Pages | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Witch Crafting: A Spiritual Guide to Making Magic | — | Harmony/Rodale/Convergent | 352 | 9780767908450 |
| Spells for Living Well: A Witch's Guide for Manifesting Change, | 2022 | Hay House UK Ltd | 304 | 9781401971168 |
| Wicca Made Easy: Awaken the Divine Magic Within You | 2018 | Hay House UK Ltd | 288 | 9781788171632 |
