# 80: From Broom Closets to Bestsellers: Lindsay Squire on Writing, Witchcraft, and Community

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Published: 2026-01-26T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Welcome to episode 80 of The Bell Witch Podcast, 'Witching in the 21st Century' In this episode Swailes welcomes Lindsay Squire 'Witch of the Forest' on Instagram, a South Yorkshire witch and author of 9 magical witchy books! Lindsay shares her journey from Wicca to eclectic witchcraft, her experiences practicing in secret while married to a vicar, and her growth as a writer. The conversation explores witchcraft’s evolving place in society, Lindsay’s books—including a collaborative project on the maiden, mother, and crone archetypes—and practical advice for new witches. The episode highlights the importance of intuition, nature, and community in modern witchcraft, offering inspiration and support for practitioners at all levels. Follow Lindsay on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/thewitchoftheforest/ Support Swailes on Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheBellWitchPodcast Follow The Bell Witch Podcast- https://www.instagram.com/the_bell_witch_podcast/ ------------------------------------------------------------- witchcraft, Bell Witch Podcast, Swales, Lindsay Squires, Forest Witch, Wicca, eclectic witch, modern witchcraft, nature, spirituality, tarot, divination, author, books, sabbats, herbalism, mental health, anxiety, depression, broom closet, societal perception, Christian beliefs, historical narratives, archetypes, maiden, mother, crone, protection, manifestation, spells, rituals, herb properties, crystals, intuitive witch, graphic novel, Biddy Early, Leaping Hare Press, Quarto Press, folklore, tarot decks, oracle decks, Deviant Moon Deck, Inner Compass Deck, originality, witch community, hex, social media, beginner witches, personal journey, grounding, mindfulness, nature connection, witch business, Patreon community, magical practices, healing, witch hunts,…

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