FUN AND USEFUL ASTROLOGY
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I've owned this book for many years and recently bought a copy for my son for a fun reference and insite to his wife, toddler girl, siblings, boss etc.  It's always amusing to see the way Linda hits the nail on the head when it comes to personalities and behaviors.
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This simple, elegant system has served me very very well for over 20 years. While I am not even 100% convinced that astrology is "true" what I have found is that having a yearly cycle during which I touch on every main aspect of my life with thought, care and intention has given me a deeper sense of balance.

This book has a great mix of guiding energy-- it doesn't insist on anything, but gives suggestions. It is both playful and serious, and a very accessible read.
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I haven't been one to buy into astrology too much, but after hearing myself be described so perfectly in this book (as a Libra), I am seriously considering picking astrology up as a full time hobby.  There are subtle things you know learn about yourself over time, but can't put into words. This book will nail down those characteristics in a saucy context so that you are made more comfortable with the way you feel and react in every day life, not just the bed room.

Get this book, especially if you feel that you would appreciate validation on some of your more quirky or secret behaviors.
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I love this book.  It appeals to my kitchen witch nature.  There is more than moon magick in this book, it is more like an almanac.  Besides the information like different names for the moons, there are Correspondences (something I found truly useful), Old Sayings & Lore, Recipes, Crafts, Myths, and Rituals.  A group of us just did Conway's Bast Ritual (from the April moon) and found it to be great fun!  I think this book makes each Esbat seem like a celebration, more special.  I found it fun, see if you don't as well.
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I bought 3 of these books and gave 2 to friends. Super fun for those of us who are designers and artists who also see truth in astrology.
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I bought this book out of curiosity. I already own a number of astrology books, and needed something with a more "light" touch. Well, I have to say, this book made me laugh, and laugh, and laugh! I will be one of the first to admit, that the author pretty much described the "dark side" of my zodiac sign to a "t"! I have shared several excerpts of this book with my friends, and they all agreed with the descriptions of their signs (after much howling and peals of laughter!) I recommend this book to anyone who likes astrology and humor.
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Laurence Hillman has created an exquisite book, full of word pictures that stimulate the imagination.  Planets in Play is the first book to make astrology easy to see intuitively in addition to making it easy to understand.  I like thinking of myself as a link in the cosmic story and seeing my life illuminated through the archetypes suggested by the planets in their houses and signs. This is a good read for anyone on the path of self understanding and true self discovery.
Planets in Play will be a wonderful gift book for friends who might have scrupulously avoided astrology.  Nothing to fear, no dire predictions, just a whole lot of ideas that appeal to anyone seeking to grow in consciousness.
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This book provided hours upon hours of fun with friends as we would analyze each person's profile for accuracy, with insightful, entertaining results.  I was a skeptic about astrology before this book.  I wrote to Bantam Dell with the request that the book be published again.  Maybe if they received enough requests they would do it. The book deserves another run!  (I'm Mr. Nice Guy-Taurus/Libra)
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This is an excellent and informative astrological calendar.  I searched and reviewed other calendars before I purchased this item.  I like the symbols that are used for the planets and an item in this calendar that I definitely like is the Mercury retrograde dates.  My only caveat is I wish it was around $9.99 or a little less, since I purchased it in February.  All in all, great calendar and I truly enjoy it.
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So...maybe you're curious about crystals, astrology, meditation and whatnot, but you don't want to start wearing ugly sandals and eating vegan? Style journo Ruby Warrington has a book for you! This was a super-fun sampler of new agey (or in Ruby's words, Now Agey) therapies, spiritual practices and pursuits. I was surprised at how the book managed to be packed with deep-dive info, but it was also super-readable and wasn't preachy about any of the woo-woo stuff the author tried/is into. This book is super actionable so you can read about a topic and it inspires you to try whatever (say tarot or astrology) right away. You know, without any big investment or commitment to a guru or a discipline.
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Astrology is actually one of the topics I am always interested in. I always try to figure out what would be my future with the use of astrology. I purchased this book so as to know more about my Zodiac sign Leo and to know about my nature. And I found the answers here! I just love the way Charles write.
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I actually bought this book for a friend of mine who wanted an astrology book that could tell her more in-depth information about interceptions--you know, those houses that totally contain one astrological sign and have different signs on their cusps? She loves this book.
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I enjoyed reading the book, and think anyone with an interest in astrology and past lives would enjoy it.  It was fun!
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Lynn Palmer consistently offers constructive suggestions for daily living in her Astrological Almanacs. Her  extensive interpretations  of astrological signs include traits, personal preferences, and gift-ideas.  The detailed  table of contents is very easy to use for scheduling-- or avoiding-- specific dates for medical, dental, or surgical procedures, buying appliances or vehicles, and planning meetings and trips. I rely on her planetary-based  guidelines and friends and professionals call me for her advice  for projects and activities.
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Very entertaining reading. I enjoyed reading about all my friends, coworkers, spouse, children's bad side of their horoscopes. Mine was me to a fault. Me and my co-worker entertained ourselves during down time by reading through the horoscopes. It is a bit extreme and I don't think all things would fit all people but it comes pretty darn close.
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Venus Signs: Discover Your Erotic Gifts and Secret Desires Through Astrology
Jessica Shepherd
$16.99, Llewellyn
ISBN 978-0-7387-4194-9

Venus is an incredibly important astrological planet, so when the opportunity came along to review Venus Signs, I jumped at the chance and Im really glad I did. (For the record, Im listening to Holsts Venus: The Bringer of Peace portion of his suite, The Planets, as I write this review.)

Astrology books have to walk a fine line, because while many of us know something about our Sun signs, many of us are unaware of where Venus is in our astrological chart. (If you don't know, this book will tell you, so no worries there; just take a look at Appendix 2.)

Before Shepherd gets started with the Venus signs, however, she gives a great overview of what your Venus sign describes. As a professional astrologer, I found it to be excellent. Overall, its about attraction and connection to other people.

Shepherd briefly mentions if your Venus is retrograde in your natal chart and what that could mean, which is important to at least be cognizant of. She also admits that Venus position by house and its aspectsconnectionsto other planets in the chart can affect how Venus behaves. Even though this is a beginner astrology book, Im glad she mentioned it anyway.

The meat of this book is about your Venus sign and its attributes. It includes a look at the element your Venus sign is in as well as a mantra for each sign and various love charms, or the areas where each particular Venus sign excels.

The title of my chapter, Venus in Scorpio, has a great quote by Venus in Scorpio Jodie Foster: Love people and stay beside them. Ms. Foster was chosen as the love goddess for my chapter, and its perfectly appropriate. I thought the information Shepherd provided was very on point and described me well, even the shadowy parts. I think my favorite statement was, If it is off-color or taboo, you delight in it. Guilty as charged!

Warning: Venus is the planet of love, but Venus in each sign has a dark side. Venus in Scorpios may be bigger than most thanks to our two planetary rulers, Mars and Pluto. (And thank you, Ms. Shepherd, for also including Mars as a Scorpio co-ruler!) Be prepared for an ego hit or two as you read through your description. I know I winced once or twice; that part about being obsessed with a partner or unforgiving also was very accurate.

I liked at the very end where the author included a quick summary of the good witch/bad witch of each individual Venus sign. If you don't have time to look through the entire book for some quick summary information, check out Appendix 1. This is perfect if you happen to know where someones Venus is and you're walking out the door on a first date, for example.

In short, if you're looking for a basic primer on the lesser benefic of the astrological planets, the great Lady Venus, this is an excellent one to select.
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A truly interesting book. I've studied Astrology for many years, yet this book allowed me to really refine my own natal chart interpretation. It contains some concepts I was not aware of. What Astrology student doesn't want to continue to grow in his/her studies? Worth the purchase.