getting started
HELPFUL SITES FOR WITCHES NEW OR OLD
Here are a few offerings of resources for those who enjoy exploring at their own pace and searching out what calls to them as they learn. Some of these sites are older and essentially archival, some are currently maintained. All of them have much to offer you as a magical practioner, no matter where you are in your journey.
Witchipedia
Witchipedia is a good wiki-style site that has helpful basic information on many witchcraft-related topics. It's a good jumping off point for most witchy research.
Internet Sacred Text Archive
The Internet Sacred Text Archive offers itself as "a quiet place in cyberspace devoted to religious tolerance and scholarship." It is an extensive site full of resources for you.
Llewellyn Worldwide
Llewellyn is one of the oldest publishers of occult books out there. Their site has a large number of free articles, and a huge catalog of authors.
Eclectic Witchcraft
A blog maintained by a practicing witch with over two decades of experience. Lots of great information for beginners on various topics that even experienced witches will enjoy.
Witchery
A really well put together blog and online Book of Shadows. The "Path" section has some great introductory sections. Definitely a great resource for any level of experience.
The Occult Library
The Occult Library is an extensive site full of resources of various types for experienced practioners as well as beginners, with infinite rabbit holes to explore and enjoy!