Book Signing with Christine Cunningham

October 18th, 3pm-6pm

Where: Paradise Found Santa Barbara

Meet the author of Scott Cunningham: The Path Taken – Honoring the Life and Legacy of a Wiccan Trailblazer, Christine Cunningham Ashworth! Plus, get your book signed by Christine herself.‍

Get your copy here!

Gold Winner, Biographical Books, COVR Visionary Awards

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A moving portrait of the iconic figure who led the way in establishing Wicca in North America—with remembrances of his life by his sister, Christine Cunningham Ashworth, and appreciations written by key figures in today’s world of witchcraft, magic, tarot, and astrology.

The iconic and renowned bestselling author Scott Cunningham (1956–1993) played a significant role in establishing Wicca in North America. His pioneering book Wicca: A Guide for the Solitary Practitioner radically altered the practice of Wicca, enabling practitioners to self-initiate. Scott’s books, especially his encyclopedias, remain popular today, years after his death. In recent years, Scott has also emerged as a celebrated queer icon, especially in the witchcraft world. Although so many people have come to Wicca and Paganism through his books, little is actually known about Scott Cunningham as a person.

His little sister, Christine Cunningham Ashworth, seeks to remedy that. Christine grew up with him, laughed with him, learned with him, fought with him, and shared joys and sorrows. She writes about their childhood, gives a peek into their parents’ lives, and brings to life what it was like to grow up in the Cunningham household. She explores the trajectory of Scott’s magical path and affirms his legacy. Christine shares family photos and lifts the veil from Scott’s life.    

Featuring a foreword by Mat Auryn, author of Psychic Witch and Mastering Magick, Scott Cunningham—The Path Taken contains contributions from leading figures in today’s world of witchcraft, magic, tarot, and astrology, including Stephanie Rose Bird, Amy Blackthorn, Storm Faerywolf, Nancy Hendrickson, Dorothy Morrison, Nicholas Pearson, and Benebell Wen.

Praise for Scott Cunningham: The Path Taken:

“Whether you are a Scott Cunningham aficionado or are just getting introduced to his legacy in the world of witchcraft, you will be fascinated with this story of his courage, curiousity, and magic, written by one of the people who knew him best – his sister.”  – Madame Pamita, author of Baba Yaga’s Book of Witchcraft

“It has always been a great sorrow to me that I never met Scott, but through this wonderful new biography, I feel as though I finally have. Thank you, Christine Cunningham Ashworth, for sharing him with me and the world. It is a gift beyond measure.”  -Deborah Blake, author of The Everyday Witch’s Coven and The Eclectic Witch’s Book of Shadows

“Beautifully written, Scott Cunningham – The Path Taken is a warm, funny, insightful portrait of a legend. Add this book to your shelf or book stack and meet he man you thought you knew. it’s brilliant.”  – H. Byron Ballard, author of Seasons of a Magical Life

“A touching and intimate portrait of one of America’s most important witchcraft pioneers, intensely readable and relatable, Scott Cunningham – The Path Taken is now required reading for anyone interested in Craft history. Thirty years after Cunningham’s untimely passing, this book illustrates why his work is just as popular today as it was during his lifetime.” – Jason Mankey, author of The Horned God of the Witches

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More About the Author

Christine Cunningham Ashworth comes from a family of writers. Published since 2011 in contemporary and paranormal romance as well as non-fiction, Christine has had a regular column in The Cartomancer Magazine since summer of 2018, and also contributes to The Witch Collective Zine. You can find her at https://christine-ashworth.com.