Witch Queens, Voodoo Spirits, and Hoodoo Saints: A Guide to Magical New Orleans

In Witch Queens, Voodoo Spirits, and Hoodoo Saints, author Denise Alvarado guides readers through this hidden spiritual world. She reveals the origins and enduring influence of legendary figures like Marie Laveau and Doctor John Montenée, Papa Legba, Annie Christmas, Jean St. Malo, and Saint Roch. This densely researched book uncovers the secret spiritual history of New Orleans, introducing stories and insights that even locals may not know.

More than a catalog of legends, this is a serious work of cultural preservation. A must-have for readers who want to move beyond surface-level myth and into the rituals, people, and beliefs that still animate the city today.