Runes for Writers


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The ancient Norse Runes have been used by shamans for millennia for divination and personal healing. Now, novelist and shamanic practitioner Marc Graham has adapted the Runes for storytelling. Whether to sketch out a character, troubleshoot a scene, or even outline an entire novel, the power of the Runes can help storytellers connect to the source of creativity and crush writer's block for good.




The Book of Runes, 25th Anniversary Edition


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The Book of Runes is something very special: a part of the ancient past and, perhaps, a part of your future... Based on a tradition over one thousand years old, the Runes are seen by many as a contemporary Oracle and collectively, have established themselves as a remarkable aid in practical decision making. A huge success with over 900,000 copies sold, since its original publication in 1983, The Book of Runes has proved to be a modern classic. For this, the 25th anniversary of the work, Ralph H. Blum has expanded and refined the runic system, making the Runes one of the most profoundly useful self-help tools of the new century.




Runes for Writers


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Tired of struggling with writer's block? This ancient system helps storytellers access the realm of ideas, the world of the Muses. By integrating left- and right-brain activity, you can open your awareness to the subconscious levels where true creativity takes place. Runes for Writers can take you from blocked to un-blocked. For good. The runes of the Elder Futhark were used by ancient Germanic shamans for divination centuries before they came into use as a writing system. Now, novelist and shamanic practitioner Marc Graham brings these tools of the ancients into the twenty-first century. Using a combination of cards, tiles, and dice, writers (and storytellers in any medium) can silence the inner editor and tap directly into the realm of the Muses, the Source of Story. Runes for Writers provides an introduction to the ancient Norse Runes and presents a number of practical exercises to tap into the creative unconcious. Using specific layouts, or runecastings, you can quickly develop character sketches, develop and troubleshoot scenes, even create a broad outline of your entire story. A companion to the Runes for Writers story-development system, this book is your guide into the fascinating world of deep, intuitive storytelling.




The Big Book of Runes and Rune Magic


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Runes are the ancient Norse alphabet used for communication, divination, and magical work. Here, American runologist Edred Thorsson provides an in-depth guide to the world of runes for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Thorsson's presentation of this powerful system provides a valuable tool for self-development and spiritual transformation. The Big Book of Runes and Rune Magic: Introduces the 24 runes of the Elder Futhark along with their definitions and mystical properties Explores the historical lore of runes using archaeological evidence to explain where the runes come from, what they mean, and how they evolved Reveals the hidden lore and esoteric dimension of runes, looking at the cosmology of the Old Norse to explain the role runes played and how they were used over time Includes specific sections on rune magic and divination, rune poems, and runic numerology, as well as instructions on how to make your own runes and imbue them with numinous power, arrange the optimum setting for a rune reading, and prepare yourself psychologically and spiritually for casting the runes This book includes material from the author's previous books Futhark, Runelore, and Runecaster's Handbook.




Runes


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Infused with Norse mythology, the Fuþark runes still serve as a vital key to the cultural heritage of the Icelandic people. Runes: The Icelandic Book of Fuþark introduces three different but related forms of runic systems in a chronological order: the Elder Fuþark, the Younger Fuþark and the Icelandic Fuþark.




A Little Book about the Runes


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The books in this series contain short texts from the original stories from Viking Age. These new translations unlock the treasures of the Classical texts and will make a valued gift for friends, relatives or business associates. A little guide to understanding the ancient rune letters. Where-ever the Vikings went, they took the language of the runes with them. Runes have been found from the Black Sea and Russia in the East, all over Europe and Scandinavia and in Greenland. There are runes on memorial stones, weapons and tools. They were used to send messages, mark possessions, make calendars and other writings. Each letter is explained with the help of a runic verse dating from the Viking Age.




Runes


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Describes the ancient writing system used by Northmen, Anglo-Saxons, and Vikings, and the inscriptions found in Scandanavia, the British Isles, and North America.




Rune of the Apprentice


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In a world where magic and technology have merged, those who control Runes control everything.




Fortune-telling by Runes


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Runes Made Easy


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A new addition to the Made Easy series, this book will teach readers about the ancient power of Northern traditions, the runes and their magic. This is your key to unlocking the ancient power and wisdom of the runes and their magic. Learn how to use them for divination, guidance and more. The runes are some of the most powerful tools available to you. They are more than just a method of words and writing: each rune has a phonetic sound, similar to the sounds heard in Norwegian or Icelandic. They were used to communicate, for divination, to provide guidance and were also bound together to make magic spells. In this insightful, practical book, Rich Lister will provide you with a resource that you can use to build your knowledge and develop your own relationship with the runes. In Runes Made Easy, you will discover: an introduction to Norse mythology and the role of the runes within it how to use and work with each rune how to make your own set of runes, which materials to use and how the material you choose impacts the energy and resonance of the runes the characteristics and meaning of each of the 24 Elder Furtharc runes how to set an intention for your rune use The runes, if used and treated with respect and honour, provide a support system and life-navigation tool. When you learn how to use them, you'll receive the guidance and answers you've been looking for. 'Rich is the real deal. He's a Viking warrior with a healing heart and soul.' - Kyle Gray, bestselling author of Raise Your Vibration