This enchanting list of the best books about witches will keep you spellbound to the very last page. Get ready for some wickedly magical reads!
I absolutely adore reading books with a witches theme. And not just in the fall but any time of year!
There’s something so enchanting about the blend of spells, potions, and sisterhood. Every page captivates with magic, whispers, secrets, and cauldrons bubbling with adventure.
If you love all things “witches,” you’re in for a wicked good time. I’ve boiled, toiled, and troubled to summon up a few new fiction releases and all-time favorites to keep you spellbound throughout Autumn (and all year long if this theme is your go-to)!
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The Best Witch Books (That You May or May Not Know!)
The Stone Witch of Florence by Anna Rasche
In Florence, Italy, during the midst of the Black Death, Ginevra di Gasparo is known as the Stone Witch. When fears of her ability to harness the power of gemstones for healing bubble over, she is forever exiled from the city. However, after a decade, officials request Ginevra to return to help them solve the mystery of recently stolen relics. The stakes are high for the people of Florence and the Stone Witch’s future, especially with sinister forces at play.
My Thoughts: Add this book to my “want to read” list, even if it’s not October! I love the mystery and the setting. The reviews are enthusiastically positive, with readers sharing how it’s addictively page-turning!
Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West by Gregory Maguire
This thrilling, twisted origin story of the Wicked Witch of the West takes us back to Oz in a way you’ve never seen before. This book reimagines the land of Oz with a darker, more complex perspective, revealing the misunderstood life of Elphaba, the so-called “Wicked” Witch. It inspired the hit Broadway musical and now the new movie. This book brings a new depth to the classic characters, including the Wizard, the Emerald City, and the people of Oz.
My Thoughts: I love how this take on the Wicked Witch of the West makes you question who’s truly “good” or “bad” and shows how life isn’t always as black and white as it seems. You’ll likely be enchanted from start to finish. And if you want more, Wicked is the first book in the newly released box set.
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Salt & Broom by Sharon Lynn Fisher
On a crisp October morning, Jane Aire sets off with her bags of potions, ready to tackle her biggest challenge yet at Thornfield Hall, home to the reclusive Edward Rochester. As she struggles to connect with her prickly boss, the real trouble lurks in the shadows.
With this strange threat closing in on both of them, Jane finds herself drawn to Rochester more and more. However, she’s not sure her healing skills will be enough to protect the man she’s starting to love from an unseen evil.
My thoughts: I discovered this one from a friend’s Goodreads list (that I stalked!) There are so many glowing reviews, and I love how the story is inspired by Jane Eyre. Plus, the raven on the cover is so awesome. It’s giving all the witchy vibes!
The Once and Future Witches by Alix E. Harrow
This compelling novel intertwines magic, family, and the suffragette movement. Once, witches existed. However, now witchcraft merely manifests as harmless charms and nursery rhymes. If women hope to gain any semblance of power, they must seek it through their right to vote.
However, when the Eastwood sisters, James Juniper, Agnes Amaranth, and Beatrice Belladonna, align themselves with the suffragettes of New Salem, they embark on a mission to revive the forgotten words and ways that could transform the women’s movement into a movement for witches.
My thoughts: I’m intrigued by how this book weaves the fantastical world of witches and a significant historical time for the women’s movement. It’s certainly a read that will draw on your intellect!
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Weyward: A Novel by Emilia Hart
This is the story of three exceptional women from different eras who rely on their resilience in the face of adversity and the transformative influence of nature.
In 2019, Kate seeks solace in Weyward Cottage and discovers hints of a secret from her great aunt’s past linked to the witch hunts of the 17th century.
In 1619, Altha is on trial for the murder of a local farmer. She must harness her abilities to maintain her freedom against the accusations of witchcraft.
Amidst the chaos of World War II in 1942, Violet finds herself trapped in her deteriorating family estate, constrained by societal norms. The only mementos she has are a locket pointing to her mother’s mysterious past.
My Thoughts: While the story involves witches, it doesn’t focus heavily on magic or spells but rather on the personal journeys of these women as they triumph over the misogyny and abuse they face.
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Witches of Bone Hill by Ava Morgyn
This mesmerizing tale of family secrets features the discovery of two young women’s Nordic witch heritage.
Cordelia Bone is about to reach her breaking point with life’s woes when her carefree sister, Eustace, reveals that their mysterious great aunt has passed away. The sisters travel to a small town in Connecticut to handle the estate, not realizing what they’re about to encounter.
The old Victorian mansion houses a haunting family secret, the truth about their mother’s fate, and an ancient enemy lurking in the shadows for generations.
My thoughts: This book has the feel of Practical Magic and may be the perfect read for the spooky season!
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Playing the Witch Card by KJ Dell’Antonia
Touted as “Gilmore Girls meets Practical Magic,” this bewitching book entertains with three generations of magical happenings, two troublesome ex-partners, and a magical Tarot deck.
Although she graciously takes over her grandmother’s bakery in Kansas following her departure from a cheating husband, Flair adamantly refuses to embrace her Nana’s fortune-telling side job. Her bakery is strictly free from any magic.
However, everything changes when a batch of innocent Tarot card cookies, baked by Flair for the Halloween celebration in town, unleashes the power of the family deck.
My thoughts: Read it if you prefer a lighthearted book with a witchy theme. With its engaging characters and captivating storyline, this book will keep you turning pages!
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The Silver Witch by Paula Brackston
After the sudden death of her husband, Tilda Fordwells moves into a peaceful Welsh cottage in the hopes of finding solace. However, instead of finding peace, Tilda discovers that she possesses a dormant power and a connection to the lake near her home.
Centuries ago, on the same lake, a witch named Seren lived. She was both respected and feared by the community due to her unique appearance.
Through her exploration of the lake’s magic, Tilda crosses paths with Seren, the woman she had begun seeing in visions ever since she arrived.
My thoughts: The Silver Witch is the third and final book in the Shadow Chronicles Series by The New York Times bestselling author Paula Brackston. Readers of the series can’t get enough of the intriguing characters and spellbinding storytelling.
Hour of the Witch by Chris Bohjalian
Mary Deerfield is young and beautiful. But living in 1662 in the New World community of Boston, she has settled for an abusive husband. After a brutal event in which her drunken husband stabs her hand with a fork, Mary vows to divorce him.
Unfortunately, in this time and place, the divorce inspires dark rumors of witchcraft that worsen when a young boy she treats with herbs dies, mysterious objects are found in her garden, and a servant girl runs screaming from her house.
My Thoughts: It’s not a spell! The many plot twists and masterful storytelling will keep you turning pages.
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Magic Lessons: The Prequel to Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman
Trace the Owens roots back to the 1600s when Maria Owens, abandoned in a snowy field in rural England as a baby, comes under the care of Hannah Owens, who teaches her about the “Nameless Arts.”
As a young woman, Maria has a troubled love affair that brings her to Salem, Massachusetts. Here, she invokes the curse that will come to haunt her family for centuries.
My Thoughts: Fans of Practical Magic and Alice Hoffman, this book is a must-read! Many reviewers state this book is their favorite of the four-book series.
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First Frost by Sarah Addison Allen
Welcome to the enchanting month of October in Bascom, North Carolina, where the Waverley women are trying to navigate this troubling season of change, each in their own way.
One sister struggles with her new business of creating handcrafted confections while her sister longs for a baby and her daughter pines for a boy’s affection.
Maybe their troubles can be blamed on the mischievous whims of their magical apple tree as the season approaches its first frost!
Best Books About Witches of All Time
When I first searched “best books about witches fiction,” I quickly discovered that I’m not the only one who enjoys reading this about this curiously captivating theme!
With so many choices across many genres, from historical fiction to young adult to non-fiction accounts, it wasn’t easy to select only a few titles for this list. So, with today’s book recommendations as a start, I promise to return to this list every October and keep adding to it with the abundance of witchy-themed books worth reading well after midnight by the light of a flickering candle.
In the meantime, check out these other phenomenal books about witches I’ve featured on past book lists, including Cozy Autumn Books to Read This Fall.
- Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman
- The Sparrow Sisters by Ellen Herrick
- The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner
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