"Black Magic" & Cults of the Shadow

CD: Satan Takes a Holiday, by Anton Szandor LaVey

Even the Devil needs a little revitalizing recreation now and again. Anton LaVey here applies his kaleidoscopic vision to conjure forth occult musical treasures, sending them out into the ethers, to haunt and delight us. Every number LaVey plays - from Sousa march to child's lullaby - is carefully chosen as a potent brew of major and minor chords, lyricism and prosody, then supercharged to its most lusty interpretation. All of the instruments on this recording are played by LaVey, on his keyboards, performed without benefit of computer sequencing. Satan has little use for digitalized downloading or pixilated processing. 18 tracks. Another similar title is CD: Satanic Mass.

CD: The Satanic Mass, by Anton Szandor LaVey

For the first time in history, here is a recording of an authentic Satanic Mass, recorded live at the Church of Satan. It remains the standard by which magical rituals may be judged. 12 tracks plus the bonus track, Hymn of the Satanic Empire. Another similar title is CD: Satan takes a Holiday.

CD: United Satanic Apache Front, by Reverend Steven Johnson Leyba

Music crafted by John Dunlap, M 5tevens and Anal Pow Wow for Reverend Steven Johnson Leyba, Reverend of the Church of Satan and the founder of the United Satanic Apache Front. Experimental Music and Spoken Word.

Daemonic Magick, by Seleneicthon

Daemons are powers which seem to be conscious personalities; functioning and apparently capable of affecting events on both the material and the astral planes, as opposed to the Christian concept of Demon. These entities can include what the author terms “bad apples”, which he stresses that readers avoid until more well-read on the subject than what this booklet provides. Magick includes calling on daemons as guardians, for love, luck, binding, and more. 31 pgs.

Domination, How to Bend Others to Your Will, by Anna Riva

Take command, be the dominant figure in every group: that is your goal. Understand and master the techniques for bringing those around you under your domination. Make a commitment to make things happen in your life, enjoy the successful outcome of your labor; your accomplishments will be many. Paperback, 31 pgs.

Darksome Thirst, by Morven Westfield

When Alicia Anderson first became aware of the sentient shadows in the computer room, she dismissed them as figments of her overactive imagination. When she found herself tiring a little too easily, even dozing at the job, she could have attributed her lethargy to the lateness of the hour - were it not for the tiny twin bruises on her throat. Newly initiated wiccan priestess Matricaria has begun to receive psychic messages - vivid dreams and tarot card readings - that point to a terrible fate for someone near her. She and her coven attempt to decipher the symbols, hoping to prevent a tragedy. Soon the lives of these very different women are drawn together, toward a common goal: purge the shadows. paperback 330 pgs.

Devils, Demons, and Witchcraft, by Lehner and Lehner

“Throughout history, artists have grappled with the problem of depicting clearly and forcefully the principles of evil and suffering in human existence.” The authors have collected 244 representations, symbols, and manuscript pages of devils and death from Egyptian time to 1913. Artists illustrate the fascinating history; the 15th-17th centuries are stressed. Particularly useful to teachers, artists, and illustrators who need clear reproductions. Paperback, 174 pgs

Encyclopedia of Hell, by Miriam Scott

Organized in a simple-to-use A - Z format, entries cover representations of the dark realm of the dead in mythology, religion, works of art, opera, literature, theater, music, and television. Sources include African legends, Native American stories, Asian folktales, and other more obscure references. 308 pgs. Some fine-art nudity.

Gothic Grimoire, by Konstantinos

Expand your connection to the dark ether and the unseen world with this collection of techniques and rituals taken directly from the author's personal magickal notebooks. Explore the Nocturnicon - a collection of rites designed to overcome the unique obstacles that appear in the life of night kind. Commune with the Dark Gods and Goddesses of the Night with Nocturnal rituals for the Sabbats. Examine advanced astral workings, including astral travel, working with thought forms, and banishing unwanted energies and entities. Connect with the positive side of the darkness within and without as you learn. Paperback 182 pages.

Hekate in Ancient Greek Religion, by Robert von Rudloff

Hekate is perhaps the most infamous deity of the classical Greek & Roman world, yet she is one of the most poorly documented and studied. For over a century, scholars have summarized her as a fearful goddess of malevolent magical practices, for this is what many works of classical and later literature seem to present. However, evidence exists throughout antiquity which contradicts this picture by revealing beneficial functions and public acceptance of her worship. This book is a thorough study, the first which focuses exclusively upon all the evidence concerning the early worship of Hekate in the Greek world. 176 pages.

Kali, The Feminine Force, by Ajit Mookerjee

According to the Hindu tradition, we are living the "Kali Age": the time of resurgence of the divine feminine spirit. Although she is often presented as cruel and horrific, Kali is creator and nurturer, the essence of Mother-love and feminine energy. Kali brings worlds to birth, sustains and absorbs them in a never-ending cycle of her own opening and closing. In India, worship of Kali in her many forms has never ceased, and here in the West Kali has recently begun to appear in new contexts as men and women look beyond the worn stereotypes of patriarchal society. Using powerful imagery, this celebration of Kali explores and illumines the rich meaning of feminine divinity. Paperback, 112 pages.

Nocturnal Witchcraft, Magic After Dark, by Konstantinos

Nocturnal Witchcraft presents techniques for working with nocturnal and lunar energies and the ancient gods and goddesses of the darkness, the symbolic realm of shadow, illusion, death, rebirth and the mysteries of the unknown. For those who prefer to practice magick after dark, this comprehensive book is for you. 229 pages.

Our Name is Melancholy, by Leilah Wendell

The Complete Books of Azrael

Book One of The Book of Azrael, An intimate encounter with the Angel of Death, was hailed by readers and reviewers as "the most fascinating book of the 20th century." It sparked a subtle revolution in the way we deal with death in general, and Death the entity. Book Two, The View From the Bridge, picks up where #1 left off and brings us to a greater understanding of His purpose here, and hereafter. Both books have been revised and expanded and are brought together in this collectable volume.

Psychic Vampires, by Joe Slate

Consuming energy instead of blood, psychic vampires come in a variety of unsuspecting guises. This unique approach to the subject will introduce you to a trio of new thieves: group vampires, parasitic vampires and global vampirism. Exploring environmental, developmental and pas life factors, this book presents effective, step-by-step empowerment procedures that you can use to protect yourself and replenish your energy reserves. Paperback, 243 pages

The Book of Black Magic, by A. E. Waite

This book contains magical rituals, literature from rare books, and even rarer manuscripts. Material often written in ancient foreign languages, and unavailable to the general public, Arthur Edward Waite has provided an authoritative and honest text for students who are interested in magical ritual, and for the readers who are interested in historical roots of ceremonial magic. 328 pgs.

The Dark Spirit, by Bob Curran

Sinister Portraits from Celtic Folklore As we voyage into the twenty-first century at the dawn of a new millennium, it is easy to dismiss the contents of this book as simply so much superstition and old tales. Yet, *something* still lurks beneath the surface of what we call 'civilization'; something which stretches back into pagan times, into prehistory. Hardcover, 256 pgs.

The Devil's Dictionary, by Ambrose Bierce

In this “dictionary” of epigrams, essays, verses and vignettes, you’ll find over 1,000 pointed definitions, e.g. Congratulation (“The civility of envy”), Coward (“One who in a perilous emergency thinks with his legs”) and Historian (“A broad-gauge gossip”). Anyone who likes to laugh will love The Devil’s Dictionary. Anyone looking for a bon mot to enliven their next speech, paper or conversation will have a field day thumbing through what H.L. Mencken called “some of the most gorgeous witticisms in the English langauge.” Paperback, 139 pgs.

The Necromantic Ritual Book, by Leilah Wendell

For many, ritual is a way to formally connect with specific currents of energy. The rituals in this book are intended to align one's soul with the "Death Energy", which is the current of transition & the essence of melancholy. The workings in this unique book will permit the magician to bask in the "life force" of the Angel of Death. Successful working of any of these devotions will enable you to share consciousness with the Angel of Death on an intimate level, as well as becoming "one" with your own death. NOT for the faint of heart nor the fearful. These are rites of passion & devotion for the sincere practitioner. This book is a lamp into the realm of shadows, dispelling fear through understanding. 50 pages.

The Necronomicon Spellbook, by Simon

Many have found Necronomicon’s arcane language, eerie instructions, and confusing diagrams too daunting and overwhelming for practical use. But now comes a guide that enables anyone to pick up the book and use its inevitable power without fear or risk, though great care must always be taken when harnessing primal forces. Prepare to become your own master with the legendary magick of ancient mystics. Paperback, 122 pages.

The Satanic Bible, by Anton Szandor LaVey

Far from a manual for conquering the realms of earth, air, fire, and water, The Satanic Bible is Anton LaVey's manifesto of a new religion separate from the traditional definitions of Satanism. While LaVey rails against the Christian church and white magicians, he busily weaves his own deceptions. As the smoke clears, he leads us through a surprisingly logical argument in favor of a life focused on self-indulgence. This book is less bible and more philosophy, but this philosophy is the backbone of a religion that, until LaVey entered the scene, was merely a myth of the Christian church. Paperback, 272 pages

The Satanic Rituals, by Anton Szandor LaVey

This is a sort of primer on ritual practice, and should not be looked to for advanced techniques. It is an interesting supplement to The Satanic Bible and shows readers that the sketchy ritual outline in The Satanic Bible is not the only one that can be used by "good" Satanists. LaVey takes inspiration from the French DeMolay of the Knights Templar, the Russian peasant legends, even the fiction of H.G. Wells and H.P. Lovecraft. Paperback, 220 pages

The Vampire in Lore and Legend, by Montague Summers

A riveting study of the vampire by one of the foremost authorities on witchcraft & occult phenomena. An indefatigable researcher, the author explores the presence of vampires in Greek & Roman lore, in England & Ireland during Anglo-Saxon times, in Hungary, Czechoslovakia, Russia, Romania & Bulgaria, even in modern Greece. More than just a collection of library lore, however, this detailed examination of the history of vampirism in Europe also includes anecdotes & firsthand accounts gathered by the author from peasants in places where belief in vampires was still common. A fascinating, sometimes terrifying book, this book will be of great interest to any enthusiast of the supernatural & the occult. It will appeal as well to the legions of general readers captivated by this ancient myth. Paperback, 329 pages.

Vampires, The Occult Truth, by Konstantinos

The facts are stranger than anything you may have read, heard, or imagined before now! This book rips away the myth to expose their habits and lifestyles. Vampires: The Occult Truth divulges actual first-person encounters with vampires of all types - the ancient undead of folklore, contemporary mortal blood drinkers, and the most dangerous creatures of all: psychic vampires, who intentionally drain the life force from their victims. In Vampires, you'll find many never-before-published case histories of recent contacts with vampires and their victims, including those encountered in the flesh by the author himself. You'll read letters from modern vampires that tell of their hidden lives. You'll even learn a way to protect yourself from a psychic-vampire attack. Paperback, 186 pages

Video: Speak of the Devil, by Anton Szandor LaVey

VHS cassette.

The Legacy, Music, Loves, Rituals, Careers and Philosophies of Anton Szandor LaVey. This video explores dozens of myths and misconceptions about Satanism and its 'Black Pope.' In this, his first feature-length documentary in over twenty years, LaVey offers a rare glimpse into his private world and shares remembrances of his many fascinating careers including Lion Tamer, Theatre Organist, Crime Photographer, and Psychic Investigator. Color/B&W, 89 minutes.

Witchcraft and Black Magic, by Montague Summers

What is witchcraft? Who was the first witch? How does one become a practitioner of the "black arts"? These & many other questions are fully answered in this fascinating, expertly written historical overview of witchcraft & black magic. The work of noted English historian, essayist, critic, & biographer Montague Summers (1880-1948), one of the world?s foremost authorities on the occult, the book draws on a wealth of diverse sources -- from the Bible & literary classics to personal memoirs, correspondence, & court records -- to explore the mysteries of sorcery & demonology. A perplexing & puzzling figure during his lifetime, the author maintained a sincere belief in the supernatural phenomena he so accurately described. These strong convictions helped to motivate the painstaking scholarship & devotion to detail of his works, including this volume. Originally published in 1946, this is an indispensable resource for any devotee or student of the occult & supernatural, as well as an enlightening look at the attitudes & stereotypes that were prevalent against witchcraft in the author?s lifetime & before. Paperback, 228 pages.

Magazine: The Black Flame, Vol. 6, Nos. 3 & 4

This issue of The Black Flame is a special Anton LaVey memorial issue. It features the following articles: *Lot Lice/Why Bartender's Don't Lend Money by Anton LaVey *In Memoriam Anton Szandor LaVey, a collection of remembrances and images by those who knew him *Satanism and the Afro-Caribbean Traditions by Kevin Filan *a work of fiction: The Terror by Night by Michael Rose *and much more

Necronomicon, by Simon

Allegedly written in Damascus in the Eighth Century A.D. by Abdul Alhazred, the accursed volume is filled with myths and rituals that have survived the darkest days of magic and occultism - long-forgotten formulae for evoking incredible things, beings, and monsters into physical appearance. Editor Simon now brings to light this, the most famous, the most potent, and potentially the most dangerous black book known to the Western World. Paperback, 218 pages

Magazine: Not Like Most #12

This most recent issue of the Satanic publication "Not Like Most" tackles a variety of issues including: Pop Culture and the Third Side Joining the CoS (Church of Satan) Steven Johnson Leyba, Satanic Apache The Subjectivity of Evil Satanic Quotes on 9/11 State of the Church and much much more!

The Art of Getting Even, by Gary Brodsky

The art of getting even, a compilation of the most efficient and effective techniques of do it yourself justice, gives you all the necessary tools for dealing with the anger and aggravation brought upon you by others. Paperback 118 pgs.

The Black Pullet, The Science of Magical Talismans, by Anonymous

Of dubious origin and with no claim to antiquity other than purporting to incorporate the wisdom of the past, this famous book of Black Magic first surfaced at the end of the 18th century. With no traceable history The Black Pullet remains the most outstanding of these works. The anonymous author disavows any connection to Black Magic, yet details the construction of a series of talismanic rings and their uses in magical practice. The various talismans assure the individual the use of unique powers such as proficiency in all spoken languages, the power to discover hidden secrets, and invisibility. 80 pgs.

The Seven Faces of Darkness, Practical Typhonican Magic, by Don Webb

This book penetrates to the core of the Typhonian current active in the world today - and does so by returning to the very fountainheads of Setian practice and philosophy. Never before has anyone made the true Typhonian current more plain and objective, in practice or theory, than Don Webb does in The Seven Faces of Darkness. Paperback, 93 pages

Blank Black Book: Unlined, Goat Motif

Impressed with "inverted" pentagram/goathead motif.

The Book of Shadows, the Grimoire, or the Magical Record, as you will, is a blank book for one's own ritual use. These are textured black covered books, available with several different cover impressions and in two sizes: 8½" x 11" or 5½" x 8½", both with blank unlined pages inside. The books are very well made and durable. Hardcover. 128 pgs.