Book Reviews

BOOK REVIEWS FOR THE "AFFIRMATONS FOR THE EVERYDAY GODDESS"

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Leslie Zehr author of 'The Alchemy of Dance: Sacred Dance as a Path to the Universal Dancer'. "I received 'Affirmations for the Everyday Goddess' as a gift from one of my students. I found the cards in complete alignment with the information that had been given to me through my own work. My work with the tarot allows us to work with archetypes in the major Arcana using Dance to reach the Universal Dancer (the World/Universe). Pamela has created a beautiful set of cards for the major Arcana giving us more tools for working with the archetypes. As well as explaining the archetypes clearly she guides us through a process using questions and affirmations allowing us to experience the energy contained within each archetype."

Stephanie Kilgore, Changing Hands Bookstore
I recently received this kit in the mail as part of the Advance Access program. I was thrilled when I received it. I took my time in opening this package as I had a feeling it was going to be special. I was not disappointed. Upon opening the package, I felt a warm glow from the mailer. When I took out the package and began to open it, that feeling continued. The artwork and detail on these cards is incredible. I admit to being a little jaded about decks of this sort. So many times it seems to be the same message repeated over with a slight variation on the art. These cards however are fresh and delightful. They are truly a celebration of the Goddess in each of us! They do not give the message that any one spiritual path is more correct than any other but the message is to enjoy who you are inside and out. That each of us have a little of the Divine in us and can use that better ourselves and those around us. The book does a great job of describing and explaining the cards and their meanings so that anyone, beginner or advanced user, can understand.

SAGE WOMAN MAGAZINE, Review by Leah Samul
This deck is absolutely, drop-dead gorgeous. Artist, illustrator, and designer Pamela Wells has created a Tarot-based tool for transformation as visually stunning as it is psychically �juicy.� Affirmations for the Everyday Goddess is a lushly illustrated deck that can be used for divination, contemplation, or affirmation. Strong, beautiful women adorn these cards, evoking the energies of the Tarot and Goddesses from around the globe. Pamela Wells is a remarkably talented artist, and her paintings are nothing short of heavenly. Even the back of the cards � which depict a jaguar peeping out of dense jungle foliage � are lovely enough to grace an altar or shrine or serve as a focus during meditation and ritual.

These cards are a powerful magickal tool. The companion volume includes information on the Jungian associations of each card, pertinent quotes from the world�s sacred texts, and includes affirmations, guided visualizations, questions for contemplation, magickal workings and poetry for each card. Each one is accompanied by information on how to understand the card�s message and work with it magically. This is not just �another pretty face� deck but a tool of transformation and self-awareness that sheds much light for the reader.

Affirmations for the Everyday Goddess is the type of magical item that anyone can embrace. Beautiful and resonant, these cards can be used in divination, prayer and contemplation. Highly recommended.

S. Schauer
Other reviewers here have written eloquently and in detail about this lushly beautiful deck... Affirmations for the Everyday Goddess is one of the most beautifully produced deck sets I have ever had the pleasure to own and work with. The quality of independently produced decks can often be woefully uneven despite generally commanding higher prices than their mass-produced counterparts. Somehow Pamela Wells, who oversaw every aspect of the creation and production of Affirmations, has managed to create a far better than usual product despite its exceedingly (and almost bafflingly) low price tag. The bottom line, if you have concerns about this set's quality, you need not worry. It's a beauty! Fantastic for personal use (I pull a card every morning) or for giving to anyone you care about, I heartily recommend Affirmations for the Everyday Goddess. Given its content, exquisite quality and affordability, I plan to keep a few sets on hand for spur of the moment gifts.

For Tarot Enthusiasts - 5 star review by Solandia from Aeclectic Tarot.





Review by Ginny Hunt, Tarot Reader and author of the blog 78 Notes to Self.



For Tarot Enthusiasts - Review by Janet Boyer/Top 10 Reviewer Amazon and Author of The Back in Time Tarot Book.



Martin Adams, Founder of WisdomTitles.com
Pamela combines her artwork with a crystal-clear understanding of the essence of the archetypes. Her paintings along with the intricate descriptions, exercise and affirmations, have moved me deeply.

Arnell Ando, Artist of Transformational Tarot
Affirmations for the Everyday Goddess is a gorgeously produced deck & book set and an absolute inspiration to meditate with. The beauty of these multi-cultural, 22 Goddess inspired paintings, that relate wonderfully to the Major Arcana archetypes, is pure rejuvenation for the soul. The accompanying book is also a treasure; filled with contemplative and uplifting messages which relate to key aspects of the individual cards, and include lovely poetry and insightful questions to ask oneself; all meant to set the spirit soaring while also getting the overly active mind to slow down and ponder one�s life and personal journey.

Being a self-published Tarot artist, I am especially thrilled when I can support other independent artists, and the presentation and quality of this lovely deck of artworks and well thought out book, set in its snug two-piece box makes an impressive presentation! That it is so reasonably priced adds to the delight of being able to share it with friends. I�ve bought a few and plan to order more soon. Thank you Pamela Wells, for this gift to women.

Tabby Biddle, Founder and CEO of Yoga Blossum Style-A Yoga Lifestyle Company
Pamela Well�s Everyday Goddess Wisdom Cards and Spiritual Guidebook are superb! She has truly made embodiment of the goddess available to the modern woman. Her artwork on the Wisdom Cards portrays modern women as goddess, surrounded in magical mother earth scenes � all infused with an ancient connection to the power of the feminine. The companion Spiritual Guidebook is a treasure. In there, Pamela offers provocative questions for contemplation that invite you deeper into your personal exploration, quotes from modern and ancient teachers, and exercises to that serve to protect, guide and awaken you into deeper consciousness of your life. Pamela writes with the wisdom of a sage and indeed is the embodiment of the modern goddess!

For Tarot Enthusiasts - Review by James Ricklef/Certified Tarot Master and Creator of "Tarot of the Masters" deck.



Tarot Dame (Kiki), professional Tarot reader and reviewer Tarot Dame Blogspot


I was very impressed with this deck/book set. I think it is an outstanding deck for those interested in positive, spiritual affirmations. It would be a wonderful deck to help select a positive affirmation at the beginning of each day. It would also be a fantastic choice for a meditation tool. . . As a tarot deck, I found the cards to speak to me strongly on a spiritual level. I can recommend the deck if you are a woman (or read for women) with soulful inquiries. . . FULL REVIEW

Bonnie Cehovet, professional Tarot reader, writer and reviewer. Bonnie Cehovet.com
"This is definitely a deck worth checking out! More than a deck, more than a series of affirmations � it is a tool of empowerment for anyone that chooses to work with it." FULL REVIEW

Jeanne Leiter, Temple of the Goddess Newsletter Book Review
Have you always wanted to have a collector's edition? These first edition, twenty-one Tarot cards (major arcana only) are sturdy and large (3.75" x 5.5"). They come in a box that looks beautifully indestructible. The size is not the only thing that is large. They're large in scope. Gold-framed artistic pictures of modern day Goddesses, showing the beauty of Asian, Black, and Caucasian women wearing the most gorgeous gowns this side of a Parisian runway. Wells feels the cards ". . . portray women as powerful, self-confident and strong everyday goddesses. The models are mothers, teachers, artists, therapists, students, lawyers, businesswomen and friends." They walk through forests or flowers, swim through water, and fly with angel wings. They walk beside tigers, snakes, and wolves, all are one with the Universe. One holds the Earth gently in her hand. Wells is equally adept at painting humans, animals, and landscape. Even the backs are beautiful, showing a leopard calmly peering through a forest of large, green leaves. The deck is worth the price for the art alone. CONTINUED

INTERVIEWS - MORE ABOUT THE ARTIST AND THE EVERYDAY GODDESS DECK
DECK CREATOR FORUM WITH MASTER TAROT READER JAMES RICKLEF
Interview with Master Tarot Reader, Author and Teacher James Ricklef
Artist and Author Pamela Wells discusses with James Ricklef some features and highlights about the Divine Feminine aspects of the goddess deck and the purpose behind her use of archetypes within the card imagery. James asks some in-depth questions few interviews cover.

INTERVIEW WITH KALA AMBROSE OF THE METAPHYSICAL SPIRITUALITY EXAMINER
This Fall, the focus evolves into 'Exploring Within' as we delve into the mysteries of the connection between this world and the other side. On this path, I encountered Pamela Wells, creator of Affirmations for the Everyday Goddess Tarot Guidance Cards. Her work connects every women to the Inner Goddess living within.

INTERVIEW WITH TINA SWANSON OF THE TAROT CLUB FACEBOOK
Interview with Tina Swanson of the Tarot Club
Artist and Author Pamela Wells discusses the creative process and highlights about the purpose behind her creation of the Everyday Goddess Deck.

INTERVIEW WITH KRIS WALDHERR
Interview at the Kris Waldherr Blog
Artist and Author Pamela Wells discusses the process of publishing the Goddess Art Deck set with Illustrator and Author Kris Waldherr creator of the Everyday Goddess Deck.