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The Peacock Skirt (1893), by Aubrey Beardsley If you’re anything like me, you might have increased in mass over the past eighteen months. While the...

Indulge in the bibliophile lifestyle with our witty list of telltale signs! From organizing your personal library with meticulous care to wearing book-scented perfume, immerse yourself in the world of book lovers. Discover how your passion for reading extends from your bedside to your community mini-library, and embrace the joy of organizing books by emotions they evoke.

Explore the enchanting practice of bibliomancy, a form of divination using books, and learn how to receive spiritual guidance and wisdom from your treasured collection. Delve into the history of bibliomancy, its contemporary applications, and creative variations like three-passage and five-passage readings. Discover tips for enhancing your bibliomantic experience and creating a sacred space for intuitive connection.

Flying Dutchman (20th century), English School ©Look and Learn:Bridgeman Images From Issue 59 - The Nautical Issue Subscribe | Print | Digital My grandfather once saw the Phantom...

Photographer: Val Gleason @vallerina01 Model: Jessica White @_.Jxssiica._ HMUA: Jonathan Lee of Magic Demon Cosmetics @magickmua_studios Sometimes, in autumn, you’re not sure whether to laugh or...

As the classic Disney song reminds us, “Beauty and the Beast” possesses a rich history and a powerful legacy of enchantment. While most versions we...

  In the shadows of mountains and in the wind on mountain-tops She loves to take her bow Her bow made all of silver And shoot off her...

Feature: The Rose Bower (1885 –1890), by Edward Burne-Jones Artmedia / Alamy Stock Photo In the dining room of Buscot Park, in Oxfordshire, England, a beautiful...

Explore the rich history and artistry of book production, from the evolution of calligraphy inks to the rise of the printing press. Discover the magic of decorated edges, the allure of Brobdingnagiana and Lilliputiana, and the cautionary tales of books with fatal secrets. Join the celebration of bibliophilia and the enduring power of books to inspire, comfort, and connect readers across generations.

Incipit invites you to indulge in the sensory delight of books. From the tactile pleasure of turning pages to the enchanting aroma of paper and ink, explore the magic of bibliophilia.