Industry Reviews
“Deftly illuminating the past while beckoning us towards the future, Waking the Witch has all the makings of a feminist classic. Wise, relatable, and real, Pam Grossman is the witch we need for our times”
Ami McKay author of The Witches of New York
"In Pam Grossman's latest book, Waking the Witch, she reflects on her journey to becoming a witch, creating an alchemical blend of honesty, sincerity, wisdom, strength, and humor... Waking the Witch is an inspirational celebration of strength... Even if you are not a witch, you will take note of Grossman's brilliant underlying message that magic lies within us all."
Bust.com
"A must-read for anyone interested in feminism or witchcraft... Part memoir and part historical survey, this book is jam-packed full of information, yet a surprisingly quick read. Get ready to be inspired; this witchy offering might make you want to start casting spells yourself!"
Ariel K., Powell's Books Blog
"A fun, informative glimpse of witchcraft... Waking the Witch reflects Grossman's ability to cast her spell with memoir, storytelling, journalism, and history. Feminists will appreciate Grossman's in-depth, woman-focused history and analysis. A must-add for public and academic collections."
Booklist
"With this brilliant offering, Pam untangles the web of the witch and invites us to explore all the aspects of ourselves that linger in the shadows. Waking the Witch weaves us into the mystery of the witch, reminding us of her familiarity through stories, symbols and the subconscious, inviting us into her world with a wink and the promise of apple. Pam reminds us of the resilience of the witch, of all we have to learn from her, and of what she has to offer us. Through both her words and practice, Pam exemplifies that now more than ever, we need to wake the witch in her magick. This book is an indispensable addition to anyone's altar or bookshelf, witch or not."
Gabriela Herstik Author of Inner Witch: A Modern Guide to the Ancient Craft
"Pam Grossman has written a flowing history that I scarfed down like an eclair. She reminds us that witches are not monsters so much as possibilities. The archetypal, swirling symbol of 'Witch' is a guide to remind us that we are allowed to act on our desires AND congratulate ourselves for choosing to. I hope this book makes everyone who reads it ask themselves 'What do I deny myself and why?' I started this book all in, but when I read the sentence 'Show me your witches, and I'll show you your feelings about women, ' I knew I was done for"
"Conjuring a contemporary perspective on the witch in both fact and fiction, Pam Grossman lays the breadcrumbs, connecting the corners from devilish cohort to bubblegum hero and all the identities between. Sublime, witty and often deeply personal, she draws you into her circle, that of the Divine Feminine and her Earthly practitioners."
Nicola Scott Wonder Woman comics artist and co-creator of Black Magick
"My heart thrills in gratitude for this book and for everything Pam Grossman contributes to the study, practice, and pleasure of witchcraft. With rare insight and flair for nuance, Waking the Witch explores ambiguous territories few writers dare to tread. As only a practicing witch could do, Grossman engages the witch archetype even in the liminal spaces where she becomes most difficult. Witches are myths, are monsters, are sisters and sirens, and witches are REAL. Fearless and brilliant, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in spirituality with intelligence."
Amanda Yates Garcia Author of Initiated and Co-Host of the Strange Magic podcast
