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Jamie travels internationally in support of her books, conscious living and literature. She is a successful writer who inspires readers and audiences with her wit, intelligence and insight.
If you are interested in having Jamie Martinez Wood at your school, local bookstore, or participate in a book club discussion contact:
Jamie Martinez Wood
 Contemporary Latina Authors Panel
We've put together an outstanding group of southern California Latina authors and have been hitting the road as of late. There are six of us (myself, Mary Castillo, Margo Candela, Reyna Grande, Sarah Rafael Garcia, and Sandra Lopez) but usually on these panels we get anywhere from three to four authors. It's fabulous for us, because writing is such a solitary job and when we get together we can catch up, talk about projects, share the joys of writing with the muse and all the highs and lows of dealing with editors and pop culture. We talk about our writing process, the influences of our family, our love of reading and libraries, and so much more. We've developed quite the camraderie and often tease each other or ask for our favorite passages during readings. We show the diversity of writings.We give each other props and support. Check these fabulous writers out!
www.marycastillo.com
www.margocandela.com
www.reynagrande.com
www.sarahrafaelgarcia.com
www.sandralopez.com
The panel that we create is dynamic, inspiring and entertaining. We have toured at libraries, conferences, universities, bookstores.
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:: RECENT PAST EVENTS ::
May 21-24
Herbal Magick: Lore, Astrology and Deity class we will discuss how herbs have a soul energy that has been tapped into by every society on every continent throughout all of time. In each herb lives a sentient being that has intelligence as well as a story or lore that reveals as much about how the herb can be used as it does about the culture that created the herb’s mythos. Additionally most herbs have an association with astrological signs and Gods and Goddesses that augments the herb’s healing and magickal potential. In this class, we will delve into the mystery and practical applications of thirteen herbs and their lore as well as corresponding planetary and deity associations. By tapping into the herb’s pulsing life, we become part of the green magick that expands the positive energy and vitality of the earth itself, which in turn increases the health of all life.
Herbal Magick for Teens will show how to use herbs to help create a life of your choosing specifically for teen needs. We'll address topics such as apathy, self-esteem, release the trickster, or find peace as found in my book: The Teen Spell Book: Magick for Young Witches. This class will be a fun way to explore the relationship between the seasons, herbs, directions, colors, intention, totem animals, elemental energy, and symbols. You'll learn how to work with the magick to make our dreams come true. We'll meet the fae energy of the herbs and deepen our relationship with all things, particularly Mother Earth. In earth spirituality, nature is our teacher and our guide. Come play!!
Northern California Women's Herbal Symposium
www.womensherbalsymposium.org
June 2, 7-8:30, $15
Wild Womyn Writers The Road Less Traveled
2204 N. Main Street, Santa Ana
714-836-8727
www.roadlesstralvedstore.com
Creative Writing will my focus for this last class of the series. We will write on some subjects dear to the heart. Come on girls, break through the boundaries, find the literary genius waiting for a little play, and free your wild soul.
The Magick of Herbs Talk and Booksigning for The Faerie's Guide to Green Magick from the Garden. We'll have snacks from the book and a short talk about three plant allies: mint, lavender and damiana. Consider that herbs have a soul energy that has been tapped into by every society on every continent throughout all of time. I will delve into the mystery, practical, and medicinal applications and we will discuss how discovering and appreciating the herbal lore just may augment the herb's healing potential and your connection to nature.
August 14, 1pm
The Magick of Herbs Talk and Booksigning
Air & Fire: A Mystical Bazaar
13124 Highway 9
Boulder Creek, CA 95006
831-338-7567
http://www.airandfire.com/home.html
Saturday, August 14, 5pm
The Magick of Herbs Talk and Booksigning
With a Special Appearance from Copperwoman
The Sacred Grove
924 Soquel Ave.
Santa Cruz, CA
http://sacredgrovesantacruz.com/
Sunday, August 15, 3pm
The Magick of Herbs Talk and Booksigning
The Sacred Well
536 Grand Ave.
Oakland, CA
http://www.sacredwell.com/Magickal
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Since the publication of her first book, The Wicca Cookbook: Recipes, Ritual, and Lore, in 2000, Jamie regularly attends festivals and booksignings where she can personal interact with her readers. In an age when young adults need guidance more than ever to find connection or maneuver life, Jamie stands as a beacon of light and hope, always honoring the contribution, inherent wisdom, and innate connection to magic and mystery of teens and young adults. Her unwavering faith in others has brought healing to people of all ages.
Whether through teaching earth spirituality or Divine Feminine classes, leading a full moon ritual, her books, or simply fielding Internet questions, Jamie represents the face of the Wiccan community supporting teens. She is a passionate, hip mentor, a teacher of the ancient wisdoms, and a champion for the magic that lives in us all.
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Friday, September 17, 3pm
The Magick of Herbs Talk and Booksigning
Company of Angels
2350 Canyon Drive
Costa Mesa, CA
949-574-7775
Saturday, September 18, 2pm
The Magick of Herbs Talk and Booksigning
Borders
3333 Bear Street
Costa Mesa, CA
714-432-7854
September 19, 1pm
Booksigning for Faerie’s Guide to Green Magick from the Garden
Borders
Los Altos Market Center
Long Beach, CA 90815
(562)799-0486
Sunday, September 19, 4pm
Healing Through Herbal Lore Class, $10
The Chakra Shack
397 North Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651-1627
949-715-6930
www.chakrashack.com
In this delightful workshop author Jamie Wood and author/artist Lisa Steinke will discuss how deepening your connections with herbs, whether it's knowing their lore, historical uses or spending time with the fae energy residing in each plant, can positively impact the herb's healing potential. We will discuss three herbs: Mint, Lavender, and Damiana. Mint's lore begins with Menthe - the River Goddess of lamenting who had an affair with Hades and was then turned into the invigorating mint plant by Persephone. We will talk about how the biography of affects the biology of the plant and how knowing its story can improve your relationship and confidence to work with the herb. Lavender's unique healing properties reveal how ancient magickal practices actually coincide with modern day uses. Specifically, lavender was used as an herb of exorcism and to purify the sacred relics of The Church. Today we know it as an antiseptic and antibacterial agent that draws out poisons, calms a person, and purifies an environment. Damiana's historical use as an aphrodisiac will guide us on a visualization to integrate our sexuality as sacred rather than fragmented, hidden part of ourselves.
We will enjoy Lavender Chocolate Truffles from The Faerie's Guide to Green Magick from the Garden. This class will be open to comments and anecdotes from attendees as we want to expand everyone's trust in themselves as healers - for themselves and the planet. At the end of the class, The Faerie's Guide to Green Magick from the Garden will be available for purchase and signing.
Saturday, September 25, 2pm
The Magick of Herbs Talk and Booksigning
The Well Read Coyote
3190 West Highway 89A, #400
Sedona, AZ 86336
928-282-2284
www.thewellreadcoyote.com
Saturday, September 25, 5-8pm
The Magick of Herbs Talk and Booksigning
Hastings Books
1540 S Riordan Ranch St.
Flagstaff, AZ
928-779-1880
September 26, 2pm
Booksigning for Faerie’s Guide to Green Magick from the Garden
Borders
2402 E. Camelback Road, Suite 200
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 957-6660
Friday, October 9, 6-9pm
California State University, Los Angeles
Buffet Dinner
An Evening with the Authors at the Latino Book and Family Festival
Golden Eagle Ballroom.
Keynote Speaker, Father Greg Boyle, Homeboy Industries
Presentation by Grandeza Mexicana Folk Ballet Company
$30 reg., $25 students
Saturday, October 9, 3 pm
Latino Book and Family Festival
California State University Los Angeles
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032-8580
Panel: Not Another Vampire Novel!: Teen Lit for the Sophisticated Reader
http://lbff.us/los-angeles-2009
October 13, 1-3pm
Latina Author Panel
Titan Student Union
California State University, Fullerton
800 N. State College Blvd.
Fullerton, CA
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