New Releases by Scott Cunningham

Now available with an updated cover, Scott Cunningham''s Truth About Witchcraft provides a wonderful introduction to Witchcraft and Wicca for those new to the craft. Exploring the history of folk magic and the contemporary practices of Witchcraft and Wicca, this highly accessible book shares simple rituals for love, prosperity, raising energy, and more. You will also discover helpful tips and techniques for utilizing crystals, herbs, candles, cauldrons, and wands. Dispelling the many myths and misunderstandings that surround Witchcraft, this convenient guide shows how to work with timeless rituals and natural energies in order to create positive changes in your life. Whether you want to learn about the Goddess and the God or the special holidays known as sabbats and esbats, you will discover these answers and much more in Scott Cunningham''s Truth About Witchcraft.

Inherited from the ancient shaman and inspired by the natural energy of the universe, WICCA is the path to natural magic. Inheriting the ancient system of Wicca, and free from the strict confines of religion, Cunningham wrote this classic of magical rituals in 1989. Published over 30 years ago, it is still a favorite among readers of all generations and continues to sell well. It opens up the connection between man and nature and creates the harmonious movement of energy that individuals need in their lives. It is a Wickham book tailor-made for "solo practitioners" and is also recognized as a must-read reference book for entering the magical world. Without the need for initiation, without following any traditional rules, you can use this book to practice magic independently, create your own rituals and spells, and write your own "Book of Shadows".

An accessible, contemporary introduction to the methods for determining cause and effect in the Social Sciences “Causation versus correlation has been the basis of arguments—economic and otherwise—since the beginning of time. Causal Inference: The Mixtape uses legit real-world examples that I found genuinely thought-provoking. It’s rare that a book prompts readers to expand their outlook; this one did for me.”—Marvin Young (Young MC) Causal inference encompasses the tools that allow social scientists to determine what causes what. In a messy world, causal inference is what helps establish the causes and effects of the actions being studied—for example, the impact (or lack thereof) of increases in the minimum wage on employment, the effects of early childhood education on incarceration later in life, or the influence on economic growth of introducing malaria nets in developing regions. Scott Cunningham introduces students and practitioners to the methods necessary to arrive at meaningful answers to the questions of causation, using a range of modeling techniques and coding instructions for both the R and the Stata programming languages.

Usually, when skateboarders talk about a “gremlin,” they mean a skateboarding newbie. But not when the death-defying extreme sports of the Z-Games are sabotaged by a gremlin that seems all too real! Who’s really behind the boarding bogeyman? To solve the mystery, Scooby and the gang will have to trade in the Mystery Machine for kickflipping, nosegrinding skateboards of their own. Can their sick tricks help the gang unmask the gremlin...before Scooby and Shaggy wipe out once and for all?

We estimate the long-term effect of the Rwandan genocide on the work of the children born after the genocide, using variation in genocide intensity across communes and child work incidence in the 2010 Demographic Health Survey. We instrument for the number of killings at the commune with its distance to the Ugandan border. We find evidence for a lingering effect of genocide. The genocide causes an increase in work and a decrease in school attendance of the children born after the genocide. Doubling the number of killings per capita increases the probability of a child working for someone who is not a household member by 3.35 percentage points, while decreasing the probability of a child attending school by 3.68 percentage points. Our empirical results suggest a long-term impact of the genocide on human capital development that is likely to contribute to Rwanda''s underdevelopment in the future.

Finalist, 2018 Miller Williams Poetry Prize Ya Te Veo takes as its title the name of a mythical tree that eats people. Like the branches of that tree, the poems in this book seem to capture and nourish themselves on a diverse cast of would-be passers-by, drawing their life-force from the resulting synthesis of characters. Among the seized are poets and painters alongside musicians from Garth Brooks to Wu-Tang Clan to the composer Morton Feldman, whose mysterious personality serves as a backdrop in many poems for meditations on intimacy, ethics, and anxiety. As the phrase “ya te veo” (“I see you”) implies, this is a book interested in revealing what we think is hidden, in questioning the gap inside all of us, a gap between what we feel and what we say and do, making space for our many contradictions. Like the works of Feldman, these poems focus and recede, experimenting with form in order to accomplish a state of deep concentration. They impersonate sonnets, ghazals, terza rima, monologues, translations, and freestyles, but inexactly, embracing failed imitation as an opportunity to remix the familiar.

A practical how-to guide for more effective planningthrough multi-actor modelling Careful planning is the cornerstone of a successful initiative, and any plan, policy, or business strategy can only be successful if it has the support of different actors. These actors may beactively pursuing their own agendas, so the plan must not only offer an optimal solution to theproblem, but must also fit the needs and abilities of the actors involved. Actor and Strategy Models: Practical Applications and Step-wise Approaches provides a primer on multi-actormodelling, based on the fundamental premise that actor strategies are explained by investigatingwhat actors can do, think, and want to achieve. Covering a variety of models with detailed background and case examples, this book focuses on practical application. Step-by-step instructions for each approach provide immediately actionable insight, while a general framework for actor and strategy modelling allows the reader to tailor any approach as needed to optimize results in terms of situation-specific planning. Oriented toward real-world strategy, this helpful resource: Provides models that shed light on the multi-actor dimensions of planning, using a variety of analytical approaches Includes literature, theoretical underpinnings, and applications for each method covered Clarifies the similarities, differences, and suitable applications between various actor modelling approaches Provides a step-wise framework for actor and strategy modelling Offers guidance for the identification, structuring, and measuring of values and perceptions Examines the challenges involved in analyzing actors and strategies Even before planning begins, an endeavor''s success depends upon a clear understanding of the various actors involved in the planning and implementation stages. From game theory and argumentative analysis, through social network analysis, cognitive mapping, and beyond,Actor and Strategy Models provides valuable insight for more effective planning.

We estimate the effect of Texas HB2, a TRAP law that shuttered nearly half of Texas'' abortion clinics in late 2013. After demonstrating that pre-existing trends in abortion rates were unrelated to the changes in access caused by HB2, we implement a difference-in-difference research design to identify the effects of abortion access. Our results suggest a substantial and non-linear effect of distance to abortion services. As the distance to the nearest abortion provider increases from less than 25 miles to 25-50 miles, there is little change in rates of legally induced abortions. But an increase to 50-100 miles reduces legal abortion rates by 16 percent, an increase to 100-200 miles reduces abortion rates by 32 percent, and an increase to 200 or more miles reduces abortion rates by 47 percent. We also introduce a proxy for congestion that predicts additional reductions in abortion rates as fewer clinics serve more women.

Three unorthodox tales of love and romance: In "Heartache 1.0" (written by Steve Gerber, with art by Danijel Žeželj , two people who have never met explore the tragic consequences of romance, passion and betrayal that never happened; in "Love...with a Twist" (written by Scott Cunningham, with art by Miran Kim), an unexpected visitor crashes a young couple''s trip to lover''s lane; and in "Kissing Cousin" (written by Bob Fingerman, with art by Pat McEown), a personal ad sets the stage for a blind date from hell.

In the darkness of a little boy''s bedroom, a toy soldier is subjected to an elaborate courtmartial...On the war-torn streets of Sarajevo, a Bosnian marksman hunts a mysterious Chetnik sniper...On the corpse-strewn fields of No Man''s Land, a good soldier learns that the difference between life and death is a three-letter word.

This legendary Vertigo horror anthology will blow your mindÑprovided itÕs still attached to your body. You never know what will set someone off: a child wandering away from their parent; an elevator door opening on a private moment; a phone call to a stranger in the middle of the night. The most innocent of actions can lead to the most dire of consequencesÑjust thinking about it is enough to make you flinch. No one apprehends this disturbing tendency better than the warped talents whose paranoid ravings are contained within these pagesÑan alarming compendium of frenzied hallucinations and lurid musings pulled directly from the glistening brainpans of the greatest minds in comics. Featuring work by John Arcudi, Bernie Wrightson, Bruce Jones, Frank Quitely, Joe R. Lansdale, Bruce Timm, Mike Carey, David Lloyd and many more, FLINCH BOOK TWO collects FLINCH #9-16.

A disabled Gulf War veteran asks a truly depraved favor in the name of saving his marriage in "Watching You" (written by Bruce Jones and illustrated by Frank Quitely); corporate downsizing takes on a dark new meaning in "Mondays" (written by Scott Cunningham and illustrated by Essad Ribic); and a rain-slicked graveyard hosts a cat-and-mouse game between man and monster in "Tin God" (written by John Arcudi and illustrated by Ryan Sook).

A figure skating competition is unexpectedly put on ice when it''s interrupted-by the Abominable Snowman! Who''s behind it? The washed-up former champion? The front-runner''s rival? To solve the mystery, Scooby and Shaggy will have to take to the ice themselves. Let''s just hope they remember their skates...

Seeking the divine through dreams is an ancient and nearly forgotten technique for personal spiritual connection. Dreaming the Divine shows you how to push beyond the boundaries of ordinary dreaming using dream incubation and sacred sleep, techniques practiced in dream temples in early Egypt, Babylon, Greece, and Rome. Discover how to create sacred dreams for healing, advice, glimpses of the future, protection, fertility, and a host of other reasons. This book includes practical and simple techniques for receiving sacred messages in your dreams, including: Preparation and journaling Rituals and spells Tips for remembering dreams Meanings of dream symbols Messengers and deities Helpful baths, foods, teas, and scents

Miami, FL''s Jai-Alai Books proudly presents, Last Night I Dreamt I Was a DJ (2014), Frank Bez''s debut volume of poetry in English, translated by P. Scott Cunningham and Hoyt Rogers. A former resident of Chicago, Bez''s poetry highlights the deep connections between the United States and the Dominican Republic. He celebrates the lyrical possibilities of Santo Domingo, while also lamenting its systemic failures. He delights in the cultural influence of the United States, while also recognizing the failed exportation of the American dream. Most of all, though, Bez''s poems are funny. They laugh at the spectacle of their creator and his struggle to exist as a poet in world hostile to poetry, and they dare to talk back to capitalism with the voices of the voiceless: the poor, working class people haunting the streets of Santo Domingo "like a new Night of the Living Dead sequel."

SHOULD U.S. COMICS BE BANNED? "SATANIC" HARRY POTTER BOOKS BURNT PLAYGROUNDS POSE THREAT TO CHILDREN TEXT-MAD YOUTH LOSING WRITING ABILITIES CHILD SUSPENDED FOR BRANDISHING CHICKEN SOCIAL WEBSITES HARM CHILDREN''S BRAINS STUDENT ARRESTED FOR "PASSING GAS" AT SCHOOL These are all real headlines screaming about the terrible stuff that''s out there . . . stuff that''s supposed to be BAD FOR YOU. But, honestly—is it?! Bad for You asks this question and many more—and not just about the things that modern parents fear like violent video games, social media, and dirty hands. Stuff in this book goes back centuries—all the way to Plato (yeah, that one) and his worries over the new "technology" of his time: the written word! Kevin C. Pyle and Scott Cunningham cleverly expose the long-standing CAMPAIGN AGAINST FUN for what it really is: a bunch of anxious adults grasping at straws, ignoring scientific data, and blindly yearning for the good old days that never were. Bad for You presents the facts, figures, and a whole lot more—in eye-grabbing graphics—to debunk these myths and give kids the power to prove there''s nothing wrong with having fun . . . or with being young.

Join renowned author Scott Cunningham in an exploration of the magical uses of your favorite herbs and plants.

In ''Gang Buff'' (by Darko Macan and Kilian Plunkett), a thrill-seeking dentist takes a walk on the wild side with a band of bootleggers. In ''Worldwide Gangster Robots From Outer Space'' (by Scott Cunningham and Danijel Zezelj), a homeless man plagued by strange visions seeks to save the world from a crew of extraterrestrial thugs. In ''Small Time'' (by Ed Brubaker and Eric Shanower), a gang of suburban kids devises a fool-proof get-rich-quick scheme. And in ''Original Gangster'' (by Tayyar Ozkan), a clan of prehistoric brutes is trapped in an endless cycle of violence.

The Truth About Witchcraft shines a clear, revealing light on the traditions and practices of the folk magic and modern religion called Witchcraft. This book dispells common misconceptions about Witchcraft, illuminating its origins, beliefs, sacred calendar, rituals, tools, and spiritual and magical practices.

Nova Scotia has some of the most spectacular coastline on the continent. The sea kayak is ideal for exploring those isolated nooks and crannies, where few other vessels dare to venture. Each route includes departure points, trip lengths, and necessary charts and maps; of special note are the safety considerations and the detailed points of interest. With 48 routes spanning Nova Scotia from Briar Island to the Cape Breton Highlands, from Halifax to Pictou, and everywhere in between, this guide includes useful information for what gear to pack, safety concerns, and techniques to make your kayaking expedition as enjoyable as possible. The new 3rd edition of Sea Kayaking in Nova Scotia includes new routes, new preface, updated maps and text, 3 eight-page colour inserts with photos, and many of the existing photos have been updated or replaced.

"A treasure trove of practical magic for both novices and more experienced practitioners...beautifully crafted spells that invoke the alchemy of possibility."—PanGaia A leaf from an oak tree...a wildflower...water from a sparkling stream...dirt from a cool dark cave—these are the age-old tools of natural magic. Born of the earth, possessing inherent power, they await only our touch and intention to bring their magical qualities to life. The four elements are powerful magical tools. Using their energies, we can transform ourselves, our lives, and our world. This much-loved, classic guide offers more than seventy-five spells, rites, and simple rituals you can perform using the marvelous powers of the natural world. Scott Cunningham was a greatly respected teacher and one of the most influential members of the modern Craft movement. A practitioner of elemental magic for twenty years, he wrote more than fifty books, including the seminal Wicca: A Guide for the Solitary Practitioner.

Find the knowledge and inspiration you desire with this collection of Scott Cunningham''s spells, essays, and rituals—collected for the first time from his best contributions to Llewellyn''s Magical Almanacs. Delight in Cunningham''s timeless wisdom on popular topics such as the Sabbats, protection magic, moon spells, and herbal remedies. New and longtime fans will marvel at Cunningham''s ability to breathe magical life into such unique topics as tattooing, the divine history of sneezing, dressing with power, Greek oracles, birds of the deities, and more. Well known for perfecting his spells and rituals through experimentation before publishing them, Cunningham wrote with unmatched simplicity and grace. His words in this collection are sure to inspire you on your path to an enchanted life.

Selling more than 200,000 copies, Living Wicca has helped countless solitary practitioners blaze their own spiritual paths. Let the wise words of Scott Cunningham guide you toward a new level of practice. Living Wicca takes a philosophical look at the questions, practices, and differences within Witchcraft. You''ll learn how to create your own rituals and symbols, develop a book of shadows, and even become a high priest or priestess. Also covered in this Scott Cunningham classic are tools, magical names, initiation, the Mysteries, 120 Wiccan symbols, and the importance of secrecy in your practice. New edit New interior design

Expanded and revised, this comprehensive guide features magical uses of over 400 herbs and plants from all parts of the world. With over 500,000 copies in print, this reference book is a must for all who perform natural magic. It features illustrations for easy identification of every herb, in addition to common names, use, and rulership.

There''s a reason caviar has a reputation as a love food, but a little vanilla or peppermint can work wonders too! You''ll savor mushrooms like never before after experiencing their intuitive-raising effects, and a munch of celery will resonate with new meaning as it boosts your sexual desire and psychic awareness. Virtually any item in your pantry can be used for personal transformation. From artichokes to kidney beans to grape jelly, food contains specific magical energies you can harness for positive results. This encyclopedia of food magic offers twenty-seven of Scott Cunningham''s favorite recipes. Magical menus for more than ten desired goals including love, protection, health, money, and psychic awareness are provided as well. This commemorative edition also presents special features and articles celebrating Scott Cunningham''s remarkable life.

Foster care caseloads have nearly doubled over the last three decades. Parental methamphetamine (meth) use grew significantly during the same period. While child welfare workers and law enforcement claim that parental meth use contributes to foster care growth, the evidence for a causal effect has not been determined. This paper presents the first evidence of a causal effect of meth on foster care admissions using two exogenous supply-side interventions in meth markets from the late 1990s for identification. First, we find that restrictions on meth precursor distribution caused meth use (proxied by white meth self-referred treatment cases) to decline 4.1%. Second, using two-stage least squares, we estimate a positive elasticity of foster care cases with respect to meth use of 1.54. We also estimate elasticities of 1.03 and 1.49 for cases of child neglect and parental abuse, respectively. These results suggest that child welfare policies should be designed specifically for the children of meth-using parents.