Folk Magic: A Beginner's Guide to Time-Honoured Rituals, Spells and Customs

By Lydia Levine

Long before modern witchcraft books and social media, people developed their own ways of understanding and working with the world around them. Folk magic grew from these everyday traditions, combining local customs, beliefs, practical remedies, rituals and magical practices passed down through generations.

In Folk Magic, Lydia Levine introduces these time-honoured traditions in an accessible guide designed especially for those who are curious about this earthy and personal form of magic.

Rather than requiring complicated tools or elaborate rituals, folk magic can be rooted in ordinary life, nature and the customs that have been carried through generations.

What's inside?

This beginner-friendly book explores a variety of folk-magic practices, spells, potions and rituals, with themes including:

🌿 Connecting more deeply with the natural world
🛡️ Protection and keeping harmful influences at bay
❤️ Love, relationships and connection
💰 Success, prosperity and personal advancement
🌱 Wellbeing and health
✨ Personal growth and self-discovery
🏡 Bringing magical traditions into everyday life
🌳 Reconnecting with nature and a more grounded way of living
📖 Understanding the cultural roots and traditions behind folk magic

The practices within the book are intended to help you slow down and step away from the modern world, reconnect with nature and explore the magical traditions that have developed through ordinary people's experiences and beliefs.

You'll find spells, potions and rituals alongside an introduction to the customs and folklore behind them, making this more than simply a collection of magical recipes. It offers a starting point for understanding how folk magic has been woven into everyday life.

About Lydia Levine

Lydia Levine is an author whose work focuses on accessible magic and traditional practices. She is also the author of Love Magic, another title published by Summersdale, and writes for readers who are interested in exploring practical magical traditions in an approachable way.

Her approach to folk magic makes this book particularly accessible to newcomers who may be interested in witchcraft but want to explore practices with a strong connection to nature, folklore and everyday life.

Who is this book best for?

Folk Magic is particularly suited to:

🌿 Beginners wanting to explore folk magic
🔮 Anyone curious about traditional spells and rituals
🌳 Readers interested in nature-based magical practices
📚 Those wanting to learn more about folklore and magical customs
✨ Witches looking for simple, practical inspiration
🏡 Anyone interested in bringing a little more magic into everyday life
🎁 A lovely gift for someone beginning their witchcraft journey

This is especially good for someone who is new to witchcraft and doesn't know where to begin. The focus on time-honoured customs, nature and everyday practices makes it feel approachable rather than overwhelming.

Publisher & Book Details

Author: Lydia Levine
Title: Folk Magic: A Beginner's Guide to Time-Honoured Rituals, Spells and Customs
Publisher: Summersdale
Publication date: 12 March 2026
ISBN-13: 9781837997718
Format: Hardback
Pages: 160
Dimensions: Approximately 152 × 110 × 20 mm
Weight: Approximately 240g
Language: English