The Witching Stones

“An amazing and much-needed book, The Witching Stones definitely reignited my interest in mineral magic and lore. Frequenting so many metaphysical shops and markets, one gets burned out on the commercialization of crystals, so this was a refreshing read on some of the more historical and folkloric information. The Witching Stones delivers initiatic inspiration and occult insight. Nicholas Pearson effortlessly combines scientific expertise with traditional lore, unearthing the potency and potential of these minerals in contemporary magical practice.”—Coby Michael, author of The Poison Path Herbal and The Poison Path Grimoire “No one, and I mean no one, writes about minerals like Nicholas Pearson. If you’ve ever wished you could go way deeper into the world of crystal and stone magic, this is the book for you. It’s a portal into mastery.”—Tess Whitehurst, author of The Tarot of Secrets and The Magic of Flowers “The Witching Stones: Crystals, Gemstones, and Minerals to Empower Your Life is so much more than just another excellent book about crystals by Nicholas Pearson. It is an initiatory journey with these witching stones as your spiritual guides… . In addition to all the knowledge that the book contains, it’s also brimming with a sense of wonder and love for the precious combination of stones and witchcraft.”—Ivo Dominguez Jr author of The Four Elements of the Wise “Presenting a perfect mixture of science, mystery, and practical application, The Witching Stones is an important addition to the corpus of modern witchcraft books, not only introducing readers to familiar stones, but, more importantly, illustrating their potency in the Craft. These crystalline allies are detailed, each one with rich mythology and magic of their own. These stones have been with us since the beginning, and Nicholas Pearson underlines their continued importance to us all.”—Benjamin Stimpson, author of Of Doves & Ravens: The Witches and Wisefolk of Wales and the Borders   “With expert knowledge and contagious enthusiasm, Nicholas Pearson takes you on a unique journey to explore the historical and modern relevance of a special selection of stones. His book is well thought out and full of fascinating information that is presented with both simplicity and depth, which is not an easy feat. Whether you are a novice or seasoned practitioner, The Witching Stones will bring your magical practice to a new level of meaning and enchantment.”—Sandra Kynes, author of Crystal Magic, 365 Days of Crystal Magic, and Gemstone Feng Shui   “Nicholas Pearson offers a true gem for the modern witch with this book. The Witching Stones draws from rich veins of geological and occult history, expertly carving that knowledge into practical, powerful magick for today’s practitioner.”—Mat Auryn, author of Psychic Witch and Mastering Magick“Nicholas Pearson is my favorite authority on rocks, minerals, and gemstones, and he has surpassed his previous efforts with The Witching Stones… . He takes us beyond the surface to dig into the history, the who-what-where-when-why of the stones, and does so brilliantly. Learning the lore and superstitions of the stones and how they were used in the past breathes life into even the most mundane rocks… . The Witching Stones is must-read.”—Christine Cunningham Ashworth, author of Scott Cunningham—The Path Taken  

Nicholas Pearson has been immersed in all aspects of the mineral kingdom for nearly thirty years. As one of the leading voices in crystal healing today, he offers a unique blend of science and spirituality alongside a grounded, practical approach to working with crystals. He is a regular on the metaphysical circuit, frequently teaching and making appearances on podcasts and doing interviews. The author of several books, including Crystal Basics, he lives in Orlando, Florida.