Everyday Witch's Book of Deities: Ancient Gods for Modern Pagans

by Deborah Blake

192 pages, Paperback

Published April 8, 2026

About the author

Deborah is the author of over a dozen non-fiction books on modern witchcraft and a tarot and oracle decks from Llewellyn. Her fiction includes the Baba Yaga series, The Broken Rider series, and the Veiled Magic series, and her cozy mysteries The Catskill Pet Rescue series (mostly from Berkley) as well as a few stand-alone novels.

Deborah lives in a 130 year old farmhouse in upstate NY with multiple cats. She believes in magic, laughter, chocolate, and wine. The order may change depending on the day.

Reviews

[Elyse Welles · Rating 5 out of 5]

In Everyday Witch’s Book of Deities, Deborah Blake goes beyond the usual lists and correspondences to explore the living cultural connections that still surround these deities, honoring the traditions that hold them while empowering witches to respectfully expand their own practice. This book meets readers where they are, guiding them through the often-mysterious process of knowing when a deity is calling and how to reach out with clarity, confidence, and care. Blake has created a beautifully accessible, culturally aware, and genuinely practical companion for anyone ready to deepen their devotional path with deity work.

[Victoria Saffian · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. I love how the author assures that this book can be for anyone looking to practice/work with a deity. I didn’t think I wanted to but have slowly been interested. I really enjoyed the brief history of each deity, offerings you can use, and way to try and connect with each. Overall, I thought it was a great book.