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‘same spectral symphony’ — poetry by Julio César Villegas
Jan 1, 2026
‘same spectral symphony’ — poetry by Julio César Villegas
Jan 1, 2026
Jan 1, 2026
'I think I know why I am looking at roses' — poetry by Stephanie Victoire
Jan 1, 2026
'I think I know why I am looking at roses' — poetry by Stephanie Victoire
Jan 1, 2026
Jan 1, 2026
'All the trees are you' — poetry by Barbara Ungar
Jan 1, 2026
'All the trees are you' — poetry by Barbara Ungar
Jan 1, 2026
Jan 1, 2026
'girl straddles the axis  of ancient  and eternal' — poetry by Grace Dignazio
Jan 1, 2026
'girl straddles the axis of ancient and eternal' — poetry by Grace Dignazio
Jan 1, 2026
Jan 1, 2026
'Talk light with me' — poetry by Catherine Graham
Jan 1, 2026
'Talk light with me' — poetry by Catherine Graham
Jan 1, 2026
Jan 1, 2026
'How thy high horse hath fallen' — poetry by Madeline Blair
Jan 1, 2026
'How thy high horse hath fallen' — poetry by Madeline Blair
Jan 1, 2026
Jan 1, 2026
'a paradise called  Loneliness' — poetry by Adam Jon Miller
Jan 1, 2026
'a paradise called  Loneliness' — poetry by Adam Jon Miller
Jan 1, 2026
Jan 1, 2026
'Tell me I taste like hunger' — poetry by Jennifer Molnar
Jan 1, 2026
'Tell me I taste like hunger' — poetry by Jennifer Molnar
Jan 1, 2026
Jan 1, 2026
'I prayed to be released from my longing' — poetry by Michelle Reale
Jan 1, 2026
'I prayed to be released from my longing' — poetry by Michelle Reale
Jan 1, 2026
Jan 1, 2026
'Resurrection dance, a prelude' — poetry by V.C. Myers
Jan 1, 2026
'Resurrection dance, a prelude' — poetry by V.C. Myers
Jan 1, 2026
Jan 1, 2026
'It is noon and the sun is ill' — poetry by Raquel Dionísio Abrantes
Jan 1, 2026
'It is noon and the sun is ill' — poetry by Raquel Dionísio Abrantes
Jan 1, 2026
Jan 1, 2026
'every moon rolling fat through the night' — poetry by Zann Carter
Jan 1, 2026
'every moon rolling fat through the night' — poetry by Zann Carter
Jan 1, 2026
Jan 1, 2026
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Jan 1, 2026
'I have been monstrously good' — erasures by Lauren Davis
Jan 1, 2026
Jan 1, 2026
'The light slices the mouth' — poetry by Aakriti Kuntal
Jan 1, 2026
'The light slices the mouth' — poetry by Aakriti Kuntal
Jan 1, 2026
Jan 1, 2026
'quiet grandfathers  in dark tuxedos' — poetry by Scott Ferry
Dec 19, 2025
'quiet grandfathers in dark tuxedos' — poetry by Scott Ferry
Dec 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
'made a deal / with Azrael' — poetry by Triniti Wade
Dec 19, 2025
'made a deal / with Azrael' — poetry by Triniti Wade
Dec 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
'The birth of a body that never unraveled' — an excerpt by Hillary Leftwich
Dec 19, 2025
'The birth of a body that never unraveled' — an excerpt by Hillary Leftwich
Dec 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
'Time's metronome blank' — poetry by Rehan Qayoom
Dec 19, 2025
'Time's metronome blank' — poetry by Rehan Qayoom
Dec 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
'There is no choir on the mountain' — poetry by Dawn Tefft
Dec 19, 2025
'There is no choir on the mountain' — poetry by Dawn Tefft
Dec 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
'to anoint the robes' — poetry by Timothy Otte
Dec 19, 2025
'to anoint the robes' — poetry by Timothy Otte
Dec 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
'a stone portal in the woods' — RJ Equality Ingram
Dec 19, 2025
'a stone portal in the woods' — RJ Equality Ingram
Dec 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
'crooked castle wanting' — poetry by Lindsay D’Andrea
Dec 19, 2025
'crooked castle wanting' — poetry by Lindsay D’Andrea
Dec 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
'earth’s marble cage' — poetry by Annah Atane
Dec 19, 2025
'earth’s marble cage' — poetry by Annah Atane
Dec 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
'silent, Sunday morning' — poetry by Nathalie Spaans
Dec 19, 2025
'silent, Sunday morning' — poetry by Nathalie Spaans
Dec 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
'this strikes me as a Rorschach' — poetry by John Amen
Dec 19, 2025
'this strikes me as a Rorschach' — poetry by John Amen
Dec 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
'O, to bloom, to arch open' — poetry by Karen L. George
Dec 19, 2025
'O, to bloom, to arch open' — poetry by Karen L. George
Dec 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
'the sky violent' — poetry by Robert Warf
Dec 19, 2025
'the sky violent' — poetry by Robert Warf
Dec 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
'Love is a necessary duty' — poetry by Tabitha Dial
Dec 19, 2025
'Love is a necessary duty' — poetry by Tabitha Dial
Dec 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
'the doors of the night open' — poetry by Juan Armando Rojas (translated by Paula J. Lambert)
Nov 29, 2025
'the doors of the night open' — poetry by Juan Armando Rojas (translated by Paula J. Lambert)
Nov 29, 2025
Nov 29, 2025
'we can be forlorn women' — poetry by Stevie Belchak
Nov 29, 2025
'we can be forlorn women' — poetry by Stevie Belchak
Nov 29, 2025
Nov 29, 2025
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28 Perfect Gifts for the Literary Witch

December 19, 2016

BY LISA MARIE BASILE

If you're struggling to come up with something clever, beautiful, magical or meaningful, most of the gifts below check those boxes. And they're all just so pretty! Almost all of them come from local shops, small press publishers or Etsy stores. They're also either super cheap or very affordable (ranging from $6 to less than $100). From books and inspired perfumes to crystals and candles, there is definitely something here for everyone.  

This Litographs Hamlet poster

There are dozens of posters and other goodies here for the lit lovers in your life. Each poster is made entirely from words. 


This Witchsy 'You Remind Me of Myself' notebook

I love how ridiculous and kitschy this is. Magic.  


This issue of Sabat Magazine

One of the best publications for witches. Beautiful, intelligent and enchanting. Ships worldwide. 


This Edward Gorey Fantod tarot deck. 

I have this deck - it's so incredible, and every card is worth a conversation in itself. 


These Emily Dickinson tights via Coline Design on Etsy

What could be better than Dickinson tights? Pretty much nothing.  


These agate book ends via Pottery Barn

 Pretty pretty pretty! 


These 3 Super Seven stones via ChakraHealingShop on Etsy

A great deal for something so powerful. Supporting Etsy shops is always better than buying crystals from corporate stores.   


This Coyote perfume via For Strange Women

I can't stop obsessing on every single item this indie perfumery sells. Coyote is a rich, earthy scent.  


This People to Cast Spells On Notebook via Gypsy Warrior

Because there are a lot of people. (But seriously don't do dark magic. It comes back on you.)


This book — Grimoire of the Thorn-Blooded Witch: Mastering the Five Arts of Old World Witchery

I love how this cover is about as decadent as it gets. It's also a fantastic read for anyone with an obsession over folklore and culture. 


This Literary Queen Of The Wood Perfume Mist or Oil via AnamCaraGifts on Easy

You need everything this shop sells. Plus, you can pick whether you want oil or mist. 


This Many Moons Workbook via Ritual Ritual.

Because this book contains spell suggestions and self development ideas. 


This Mort Candle via Ritual Ritual 

I mean, how would you not want this? It's not macabre; it's a light that burns for who has passed. 


This Poe's Tobacco Perfume via Tokyo Milk

What better gift for your dark-hearted friend? This scent is heady and deep, like anything Poe. 


This Lavender & Vanilla or Customized Lavender Gemstone and Botanical Fragrance Oil on Etsy via BethKaya. 

 Because it's better to have botanicals. Also, look at those little vials!


This Claire Goodchild Moon & Stars Sagittarius Art Print via Urban Outfitters.

 The moon should always be with you. 


This Purr-ride and Purr-rejudice blush via Hello Waffle Cosmetics.

These lovely cosmetics are all named after books AND are cat themed. You're welcome! 


Strega Nona by Tomie dePaola

I read this book as a child every night for years, and every good witch should own one today. It's a look at an old Italian witch, and even if it's silly, it's a classic. 


This Mini Lunar Filigree Spirit Board via EnchantedRumors on Etsy

Way, way cooler than the ones you can buy at Target. 


This Witches coloring book via MickieMueller on Etsy

If you're gonna do adult coloring, why not with witches? 


This You Have Witchcraft In Your Lips Shakespeare Witch Pendant via BlackMagickFactory on Etsy

Don't you? 


This Orpheus Lyre Necklace via Poets.org/Paige Taggart

Paige Taggart makes amazing jewelry that you need to own. Support poets who create goods! 


These Gilda Heels from Myths of Creation (Brooklyn, NY)

We're huge fans of Myths of Creation -  a woman owned shop in Brooklyn. These shoes are the glittery miracles someone needs for New Years!


This Forest Magic Witch Kit by BohemianMystery via Etsy

Spell kits are beautiful, useful and crafted with love, especially from these indie sellers. 


This Anais Nin necklace by SarahWoodJewelry via Etsy

This is basically everything you'll ever need over your heart. Praise Anais.


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This Lit Witch tee from Witch Craft Magazine

The lovely folks at Witch Craft Magazine make some beautiful things and publish some beautiful words. This tee is perfect. Support them! 


This Borealis via Free People

There is so much nature and power out there. When you cannot be around it, this little ball will remind you of it. 


This Wicked Witch tree ornament via MayoBass on Etsy

Not everything needs to be made of tinsel and reindeer.


Lisa Marie Basile is the founding editor-in-chief of Luna Luna Magazine and moderator of its digital community. Her work has appeared in The Establishment, Bustle, Bust, Hello Giggles, Marie Claire, Good Housekeeping, Cosmopolitan and The Huffington Post, among other sites. She is the author of Apocryphal (Noctuary Press), war/lock (Hyacinth Girl Press), Andalucia (The Poetry Society of New York) and Triste (Dancing Girl Press). Her work can be found in PANK, the Tin House blog, The Nervous Breakdown, The Huffington Post, Best American Poetry, PEN American Center, The Atlas Review, and the Ampersand Review, among others. She has taught or spoken at Brooklyn Brainery, Columbia University, New York University and Emerson College. Lisa Marie Basile holds an MFA from The New School. @lisamariebasile

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'quiet grandfathers  in dark tuxedos' — poetry by Scott Ferry
'quiet grandfathers in dark tuxedos' — poetry by Scott Ferry
'made a deal / with Azrael' — poetry by Triniti Wade
'made a deal / with Azrael' — poetry by Triniti Wade
'The birth of a body that never unraveled' — an excerpt by Hillary Leftwich
'The birth of a body that never unraveled' — an excerpt by Hillary Leftwich
'Time's metronome blank' — poetry by Rehan Qayoom
'Time's metronome blank' — poetry by Rehan Qayoom
'There is no choir on the mountain' — poetry by Dawn Tefft
'There is no choir on the mountain' — poetry by Dawn Tefft
'to anoint the robes' — poetry by Timothy Otte
'to anoint the robes' — poetry by Timothy Otte
'a stone portal in the woods' — RJ Equality Ingram
'a stone portal in the woods' — RJ Equality Ingram
'crooked castle wanting' — poetry by Lindsay D’Andrea
'crooked castle wanting' — poetry by Lindsay D’Andrea
'earth’s marble cage' — poetry by Annah Atane
'earth’s marble cage' — poetry by Annah Atane
'silent, Sunday morning' — poetry by Nathalie Spaans
'silent, Sunday morning' — poetry by Nathalie Spaans
'this strikes me as a Rorschach' — poetry by John Amen
'this strikes me as a Rorschach' — poetry by John Amen
'O, to bloom, to arch open' — poetry by Karen L. George
'O, to bloom, to arch open' — poetry by Karen L. George
'the sky violent' — poetry by Robert Warf
'the sky violent' — poetry by Robert Warf
'Love is a necessary duty' — poetry by Tabitha Dial
'Love is a necessary duty' — poetry by Tabitha Dial
'the doors of the night open' — poetry by Juan Armando Rojas (translated by Paula J. Lambert)
'the doors of the night open' — poetry by Juan Armando Rojas (translated by Paula J. Lambert)
'we can be forlorn women' — poetry by Stevie Belchak
'we can be forlorn women' — poetry by Stevie Belchak
'I do whatever the light tells me to' — poetry by Catherine Bai
'I do whatever the light tells me to' — poetry by Catherine Bai
‘to kill bodice and give sacrament’ — poetry By Kale Hensley
‘to kill bodice and give sacrament’ — poetry By Kale Hensley
'Venetian draped in goatskin' — poetry by Natalie Mariko
'Venetian draped in goatskin' — poetry by Natalie Mariko
'the long sorrow of the color red' — centos by Patrice Boyer Claeys
'the long sorrow of the color red' — centos by Patrice Boyer Claeys
'Flowers are the offspring of longing' — poetry by Ellen Kombiyil
'Flowers are the offspring of longing' — poetry by Ellen Kombiyil
'punish or repent' — poetry by Chris McCreary
'punish or repent' — poetry by Chris McCreary
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