The Power of Hex: Spells, Incantations, and Rituals

by Shawn Engel

“Shawn Engel is the real a boss mystic whose influence is great, ideas sparkling, and power palpable. You will not find spellwork explained more accessibly, or made more fun, by anyone.”  —Jerico Mandybur, author of  Neo Tarot  This beautifully illustrated guide introduces new witches to sigils, amulets, potions, and spells that will encourage them to reclaim and use their power as a catalyst for social change. 

In The Power of Hex, author Shawn Engel shows young witches how to use their own power in an inclusive way and empowers them to create their own spells with their new knowledge. 

Beginning with the definition of hexing, unpacking the ethics, and showing how disenfranchised groups have used this type of magic throughout history for protection, The Power of Hex leads into modern takes on the practice. From there, an overview of focusing energy in different rituals leads into four main spell chapters, rounding out to a chapter dedicated to building your own spells using aligned ingredients.  

This book sets itself apart because it aims to simplify this powerful type of magic while enforcing morality. We don't want to sink to the level of those we are cursing; hexing is meant to protect and arm.  

Hex responsibly and effectively! 

Genres: Witchcraft, Nonfiction, Spirituality

128 pages, Hardcover

Published October 6, 2020

Reviews

[Christydurr · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was an okay book but put way too much political view in it. Magic is where I get away from people pressing their views on me, so constantly reading about 'the patriarchy' and 'toxic masculinity' is not really my cup of tea. The information was valuable but I could have done without the feeling that it was demeaning others throughout the entire book. Every chapter was geared toward fighting the 'patriarchy' as opposed to information to use as you see fit.

[Paula · Rating 3 out of 5]

Although I liked the information in this book and thought it was good to have, there are NO hexes or information on how to do them listed in this book. It was that whole reason that I even bought it. 2.5 stars.

[Annarella · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting, well written, thought provoking.
I think this is an excellent book that made me reflect on the ethical side of hexing and learn something new.
I liked the style of writing and the illustrations.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Edelweiss for this ARC, all opinions are mine

[Jax Moreno · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s a good general book for new witches.

[Katthew · Rating 3 out of 5]

it's fine, kind of pop witchcraft with focus on hexing the patriarchy or whatever. I think this book is fine for beginners but I'm past that point tbh

[Sierra · Rating 2 out of 5]

Some things are great, others are not. I'd read if you're experienced, not if someone newer to these things.

[Nicole · Rating 2 out of 5]

Too political. Great job on ethics, but was really just about hexing the patriarchy.

[nunu ⛧ · Rating 3 out of 5]

also read this for the vibes

[Irene · Rating 3 out of 5]

Libro carino e super colorato. Parla in generale di magia e tutto ciò collegato ad essa e ti da anche dei spunti di meditazione

[Mossyteeth · Rating 1 out of 5]

appropriation of closed practices

[carter james · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved this book. It perfectly balanced between personal practice and respecting other cultures. Hugely impressed with how Engel explained closed practices. Great read overall.