Suggested Reading List

Below is a list of books that I personally recommend to anyone who is interested in either beginning to read Tarot or looking to broaden their experience. Most are available from Llewellyn Books or Amazon. As my library grows, so will this list, so check back!

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Tarot by Arlene Tognetti and Lisa Lenard, published 1999 by Alpha Books. ISBN 0-02-862737-7
    Don't let the title throw you off! This is one of the best books I have encountered, especially if you're just starting out. 

The Complete Book of Tarot Reversals by Mary K. Greer, published 2002 by Llewellyn Publishing. ISBN 1-56718-285-2
    Even if you don't read reversals, this book gives excellent insight and exercises regarding one of Tarot's most challenging aspects.

The Complete Tarot Reader by Teresa C. Michelsen, published 2005 by Llewellyn Publishing. ISBN 0-7387-0434-2
    Written by one of the best-known writers in the field, this book is indispensable to the beginner.

Designing Your Own Tarot Spreads by Teresa C. Michelsen, published 2003 by Llewellyn Publishing. ISBN 0-7387-0263-3
    For Tarot practitioners who are looking to explore the possibilities of making their own spreads, customizing them for insight and information they need.

Tarot Tips by Ruth Ann and Wald Ambertone, published 2003 by Llewellyn Publishing. ISBN 0-7387-0216-1
    For beginner and experienced practitioners alike! Packed with helpful hints on subjects as far-ranging as Court cards, reversals, reading for oneself, spreads and card combinations. Compiled by the Amberstones, who run the Tarot School in NYC.

The Tarot Workbook by Kathleen McCormack, published 2002 by Quarto, Inc. ISBN 0-7641-2227-4.
    I believe this book is out of print, which is unfortunate, because I found the exercises extremely helpful. It is especially good at helping the novice reader to look at the cards as a story, rather than individual cards. Look for it in Coles Bookstores, as that's where I found my copy.

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