Creole Noir's Protection Spell
Ingredients:
- A small black candle
- A piece of parchment paper, or a piece of brown paper bag
- A pen or marker
- Protective herbs such as basil, rosemary, sage, or cinnamon
- A small pouch or container
Instructions:
1. Begin by cleansing your space and yourself. You can do this by burning sage or palo santo, or simply by visualizing a golden light surrounding you and your surroundings, pushing away any negative energy.
2. Write your intention on the parchment paper. For example, "I am protected from harm and negative energy."
3. Place the protective herbs on the parchment paper, focusing on their power to ward off negativity and provide protection.
4. Roll up the parchment paper and tie it with a piece of string or ribbon to create a scroll.
5. take a sharp object and carve the word, "protection" three times on the candle. you can anoint the candle with olive oil or any kind of protection oil, then sprinkle cinnamon over the candle. Hold the candle and visualize a shield of protection around the candle. Light the black candle and place it on your altar or a safe surface.
6. Hold the parchment scroll in your hands and visualize a shield of white light surrounding you, protecting you from harm.
7. Recite the following incantation or create your own:
"By the power of earth and sky,
Protection now, no harm can pry.
With these herbs and candle's light,
Ward off darkness, keep me safe tonight."
8. After reciting the incantation, place the parchment scroll next to the candle and let it burn completely.
9. Once the candle has burned out, collect the ashes and the remnants of the parchment paper.
10. Place the ashes and remnants in a small pouch or container to carry with you as a talisman of protection.
The Black Dove Legacy
Book One
Creole Noir
Genre: Magical Realism, YA, Coming of Age
Date of Publication: June 2, 2023
ISBN: 979-8396415935
ASIN: B0C6VYSPF1
Number of pages: 275 pages
Word Count: 44,953
Cover Artist: Creole Noir
Tagline: Everyone knew she was the belle of the ball, and it was hard to imagine anyone ever taking her crown away from her.
Book Description:
The Heart of Chenoa is a heartwarming tale about a young woman's courage to leave her abusive boyfriend and start a new life in a new town. Along the way, she finds a group of misfit friends who become like family to her, including the inseparable siblings Brooke and Jerald, and the popular but conflicted JC, who harbors a secret love for Jerald. As they navigate high school drama and personal trauma, they come together to seek revenge against a conniving classmate, and ultimately learn to embrace their unique gifts and find strength in their bond.
The story explores themes of love, friendship, betrayal, and redemption as the characters navigate their way through the ups and downs of life. Brooke's premonitions and Lucille's powers add a touch of magic to the story, while Jerald learns to control his trauma-induced alter ego. Ultimately, they discover that they have grown and evolved in unexpected ways and that their bond is stronger than anything life can throw at them.
Excerpt:
Amidst the
sprawling fields of Chenoa, a small town nestled in the heart of the Texas, a
tale of resilience and friendship unfolds. At its core lies the story of a
young woman named Indigo, whose journey from darkness to light weaves a
tapestry of courage, love, and the transformative power of friendship.
Indigo had
known no other reality than the one she shared with her abusive boyfriend,
Troy. The shackles of fear bound her tightly, choking the life out of her
dreams. But one fateful night, fueled by a flicker of courage ignited deep
within her heart, she made the decision to break free.
With nothing
but a few belongings and a trembling resolve, Indigo set out on a journey to
start anew in a town where nobody knew her name. Chenoa welcomed her with open
arms, offering sanctuary from the storm that had raged within her for far too
long.
As Indigo
tentatively navigated the unfamiliar school of her new home, she stumbled upon
a group of misfits whose warmth and acceptance enveloped her like a comforting
embrace. Among them were Brooke and Jerald, inseparable siblings whose laughter
echoed through the halls of Chenoa High School, and JC, whose inner turmoil
simmered beneath his charming exterior.
Together, they
formed an unlikely family, bound not by blood but by the unbreakable ties of
friendship and shared experiences. Each member of their motley crew bore scars
of their own, but together, they found solace in the company of kindred
spirits.
As high school
dramas unfolded and personal traumas resurfaced, Indigo and her newfound
companions stood united against the tide of adversity. They rallied together to
seek justice against a conniving classmate, their bonds growing stronger with
each shared victory.
But beneath the
surface of their idyllic friendship lay secrets waiting to be unearthed. JC
harbored a love for Jerald that dared not speak its name, while Brooke's
premonitions whispered of futures yet to unfold. And in the shadows, Jerald
battled with the demons of his past, struggling to tame the beast within.
Yet through it
all, they clung to each other, their hearts intertwined in a tapestry of love
and loyalty. As they confronted their deepest fears and embraced their unique
gifts, they discovered that strength lies not in solitude but in the
unbreakable bonds of friendship.
In The Heart of
Chenoa, amidst the Spanish moss trees and the whispering winds, Indigo and her
friends learned that the greatest battles are fought not with fists but with
hearts open wide. And as they embraced the magic woven into the fabric of their
lives, they found redemption in the unlikeliest of places: within themselves,
and within the hearts of those they held dear.
Creole Noir is an author who has a passion for writing stories that not only bring suspense, but also delve into deeper themes of social justice and class disparities. His debut novel Cry of the Black Dove follows London and her friends as they embark on a mission to get revenge after being wronged by those in power. Creole hopes his work will help readers think about these issues and the marginalization that often follows. Outside of writing, he enjoys hosting a podcast with Kinky Boots. Creole currently lives in Tyler, Texas where he obtained an Associates degree in General Studies from Tyler Junior College before engaging in healthcare labor such as caregiving and teaching life skills. He now writes full-time.
Keep in touch with Creole Noir's work by following him on Instagram or checking out his podcast. He loves hearing from readers about their favorite stories and characters. With Creole Noir’s vivid imagination and captivating voice, each of his novels will keep you hooked until the very end.
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