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Covencraft by Amber K is one of the most thoroughly researched, well-written books I've run across. She covers every aspect of forming and running a coven, from group dynamics to how to write by-laws to filling out a form to obtain non-profit status.

The book includes a description of the forming of a coven, suggesting different ways that folks can find each other. This then develops into a description of group dynamics. This is important when you think about how people in any kind of group interact and, considering that a coven is a melding of energies, it's especially important for a group of this type. Anybody who has been in a circle of folks with divergent, strong personalities will appreciate this section of the book.

Amber K also talks about the Covenstead and supplies, finances, and so on, as well as coven organization. She includes several examples of ways to organize the group. She discusses rituals, esbats and sabbats and her appendices include sample rituals. These samples include initiation, handfasting, wiccaning, etc.

Anyone who is thinking about forming a coven, is in the process or forming a coven, or is already in one and is looking for ways to improve their organization will find this a valuable read.