The Library of Questions: Unconventional Tarot Spreads and Journaling Prompts

by Lida Pavlova, Khvost Sennikov (Illustrator)

Genres: Nonfiction, Reference, Tarot, Magic

194 pages, Paperback

Published May 26, 2025

Reviews

[Alex Shine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really fun and unique tarot spreads!

[Toni · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Library of Questions is a compilation of unconventional Tarot spreads and journaling prompts that feel like keys to deeper self-connection. I love that Lida reminds us we can use Oracle cards or even just images—we’re invited to read in our own way, with our own magic. I used my Goddesses, Gods & Guardians deck from Sophie Bashford for mine.

Tonight, I tried the Magical Being spread. I had been feeling a little off—physically unwell and ungrounded—and this reading helped gently center me. I felt held, softened. And so thankful.

The book has so many spreads to explore: magical, practical, seasonal, and self-care. I’ve bookmarked a few already, but I might also just open a page at random and let that moment lead. That’s the beauty of this book—it invites you to be open to, and trust in magic.

💬 Favorite Quote:
“What do we want even more than answers? Magic.”

[Beth · Rating 5 out of 5]

As Roberta said in her review, this is not the sort of book one finishes, but dips into again and again.

And I certainly shall. This is one of my favorite Tarot books I have run across in a long, long time (thank you to Jaymi Elford for the recommendation). I love the questions and most of all, the assumptions behind the questions: that we don't pry into the business of anyone not seated with us, that we look more deeply into the matters that concern us, and that we interact with the cards as if they are allies and wisdom whisperers that are willing to work with us, from exactly where we are.

Outstanding and highly recommended.

[Roberta · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well this is not the sort of book that you actually finish, is more one you consult frequently. But I did finish the introductions and I’ve been doing a random spread daily.
Lida’s approach to both magic and divination has got to be one of my favorites, an one where I can strongly relate too. I find her spreads fascinating, engaging and fun — and also, genuinely useful.
I loved the introductions. It’s a great reflections on why do we need questions, and how we always got the answers, even if we don’t know them yet.

[ABCme · Rating 4 out of 5]

Quirky, original, accessible, easy to follow, fun to play. My new bestie.

[Annette Bowman · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an innovative and creative book of Tarot spreads. I love the imaginative questions and the fresh take on Tarot. The book could be used for journal prompts. Lovely book.

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

I reference this book constantly for spread ideas. there's something for any occasion, any day, any feelings.

[Mara · Rating 4 out of 5]

modo originale di lavorare con le stese