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The Hoodoo Almanac 2025 is the original publication where old-world wisdom meets modern-day conjure in a delightfully irreverent blend of folklore, practical magic, and down-home Southern charm. Whether you’re a seasoned rootworker or a curious newcomer, this almanac is your trusty guide to navigating the mystical rhymes and rhythms of the year ahead.
Denise Alvarado needs no introduction to those familiar with the realms of conjure and hoodoo. A Creole conjurer with deep roots in New Orleans Voudou, Denise brings decades of experience and scholarly insight to these pages. Known for her no-nonsense approach and her knack for weaving history, tradition, and practicality into her work, Denise is here to lead you through the year with a firm yet gentle hand, much like the ancestors she reveres.
Joining her is Carolina Dean, a South Carolina native who has spent a lifetime steeped in the vibrant world of Southern folk magic. From the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains to the marshlands of the Lowcountry, Dean has traversed the South, gathering stories, spells, and secrets passed down through generations. His deep knowledge and personal connection to the land and its spirits shine through in every contribution he makes to this almanac.
Denise and Dean have collaboratively created a yearlong companion that’s as practical as it is profoundly fabulous. Offering you a treasure trove of wisdom, rituals, and insights to help you harness the magic of 2025, they guide you through the sacred portal of ancient wisdom and ancestral traditions, leading you to a deeper understanding of the forces that shape our world and your place within it. Whether you're planting by the moon, seeking protection, or calling in abundance, this almanac is your key to unlocking the hidden power of the year ahead. So, grab your sweet tea, light a candle, and settle in—this almanac is your ticket to a year filled with the kind of magic only the South can conjure.
Carolina Dean
Carolina Dean, a South Carolina native, has spent a lifetime immersed in the rich and colorful world of Southern folk magic traditions. He is the author of "Secrets of a Sissy Boy: A Gay Grimoire of Modern Magic for Men who Love Men and the Hags who Worship Them." Having retired from decades of Rootwork practice, Dean has embarked on a new chapter in his life centered around his lifelong passion: books.
Dean now shares his love of the written word by curating a magical collection of esoteric treasures in his Etsy shop, 12th House Books. Specializing in vintage occult books and artifacts, he offers a window into the past for those seeking to explore the mysteries of the unseen. Beyond his curated collections, Dean's intuitive gifts shine through in tarot and astrological readings, providing personalized insights and guidance to a diverse clientele.
Currently residing on a Pacific Northwest Island, Dean spends his days hunting for rare occult books in thrift stores, vintage book shops, and yard sales. When not immersed in his book-hunting adventures, he enjoys blogging about astrology, creating art, indulging in cozy mysteries, and cultivating a peaceful, spirit-centered life. Occasionally, he steps out of the shadows to teach and mentor the next generation of witches and rootworkers. Visit his Etsy shop Twelfth House Books for rare and hard-to-find occult books delivered straight to your front door.
Denise Alvarado
Denise Alvarado grew up steeped in the rich cultural milieu of New Orleans, Louisiana, and has dedicated over five decades to exploring and preserving indigenous healing traditions, with a focus on African, Black, and Native American resistance fighters and quality of life in Native populations. Her journey began at the age of five on a Mississippi bayou, where she was introduced to Spiritualism by her aunt. Her work is deeply informed by her Catholic Creole heritage, which blends Spanish, French, Indigenous, and African ancestry. A proud member of various anthropological associations, she has served on editorial boards and authored over twenty books, including Witch Queens, Voodoo Spirits and Hoodoo Saints and The Marie Laveau Voodoo Grimoire. Her ritual art has been featured in television shows like National Geographic's Taboo, The Originals, and Blue Bloods, reflecting her roles as a rootworker, tradition-keeper, and spiritual artisan dedicated to Southern folk magick and folkways. Peruse this website for a complete line of spiritual and cultural heritage products, and visit her official author website, denisealvarado.com to learn more about her life and work.
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