Tarot shelves at bookstores are filled with beginner level books. Do we really need so many? Aren’t they all essentially the same? I think we do need so many and that they are not essentially the same. First, they all differ in terms of voice and presentation. People learn differently and respond better to some styles of communication than to others. Every author has his or her own voice and way of explaining things. Second, not every tarot reader interprets or reads the cards in the same way. By seeing that there are so many different methods and schools of thought, new readers are encouraged to explore until they find what works for them. This month we will look at eight

We’ve all heard various myths about tarot—at least those of us who have studied tarot. But lots of people haven’t studied tarot, so how can they know what to believe or not believe? Many professional readers consider educating the public about tarot, including busting tarot myths. Author Kim Huggens has listed 4 common tarot myths in her recent book Tarot 101 (an awesome book especially for those who enjoy a course-like structure to their tarot studies as well as plenty of depth mixed with fun). She writes: Methods of Obtaining a Tarot Deck Some suggest that only a deck gifted to you will work. I have brought almost all my decks, and I am sure they “work.” I find that