Books published by Seven Paws Press

Covers the basics of astrology including planets, signs, houses and aspects. This title shows how they reflect the rich complexity of life. It teaches the reader how to be fluent in the language of astrology, rather than merely following rote methods of interpretation.

This title contains theory, real-life practical examples, and a 'cookbook' section, which helps you start your interpretations by looking up the meaning of any configuration.

In The Book of Earth, award-winning astrologer Steven Forrest continues his epochal Elements Series which he began with The Book of Fire. In this second volume, he offers nothing less than a manual for turning dreams into reality. Regardless of your Sun Sign, the magical art of transmuting aspiration to biographical fact starts with mastering the higher purposes and potentials of Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn. It continues as you learn to forge working alliances with their planetary rulers - Venus, Mercury, and Saturn. Finally, the rubber meets the road in the three Earth houses: the second, the sixth, and the tenth. Together, these nine powerful words in astrology's magical vocabulary are the key to Making It Real. With all nine of them on your side, you can - quite literally - make your dreams come true. In these pages, you will learn how to forge a deal with each one of these powerful allies, both as they operate in your natal chart and as they move through it via transits and progressions. The Book of Earth promises to help you build a gateway that links sky to earth, imagination to manifestation, and dreams to actual biography.

In The Book of Fire, award-winning astrologer Steven Forrest offers a triumphant celebration of human resilience. Supported by all nine astrological "Fire" symbols, your spirit can survive anything - and still go dancing the next day. Regardless of your Sun Sign, the healing magic starts with mastering the paths of Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius. It continues as you learn to embrace Mars, Jupiter, and the Sun itself. Your resilience finally blossoms in the three Fire houses: the first, fifth, and ninth.Together, these nine powerful words in astrology's rich vocabulary are the Life¿Givers. With them on your side, you can eat the Devil for breakfast and spit him out before lunch.In these pages, you will learn how to make friends with each one of these human allies, both as they appear in your natal chart and as they move through it via transits and progressions. Each one of them promises a vibrant gift from the sky - and each one of them is as close to the core of what it takes for you truly to thrive in this human world as the marrow in your bones.Next up: watch for three more volumes in Forrest's epochal Elements series: The Book of Earth, The Book of Air, and The Book of Water.

Balance how you look with who you really are by understanding the astrological Ascendant, or Rising Sign. How do you face the world? Are you centered? Are you poised? How well do you handle blind dates and job interviews? Your astrological Ascendant, the sign rising in the east at your birth, is the face you wear in the world, your social self, your astrological "clothing." Your Ascendant is just as important in your birth chart as your Sun and Moon. How well do you really understand it? Join astrologer and novelist Jodie Forrest as she examines the Ascendant through the lenses of the arts, psychology, relationships, evolutionary astrology and metaphysics. Beginners or professional astrologers will deepen their knowledge of the rising sign. You will discover: How your Rising Sign relates to first impressions. How your Rising Sign works in relationships. How your Rising Sign relates to your Sun and Moon signs. Understanding your Ascendant's ruler. Understanding aspects to your natal Ascendant. Understanding dynamic events like transits, progressions, and solar arcs to your Ascendant. Rectification tips for the Ascendant. Detailed cookbook with descriptions for each Ascendant sign and ruling planet.