A conversation with author Kandi Zeller

What inspired you to write your book?

As a disabled person, I wanted to create a resource that could serve as an accessible, adaptable grimoire for other witchy spoonies, drawing from my own experiences. Disabled Witchcraft is really more about starting the conversation rather than being the end of it. 

What was it like to publish with Microcosm?

It was a great experience. Everyone was communicative and committed to making the book the best it could be, and it’s always been a dream of mine to publish a book. I’m really honored to have had this opportunity to work with the team to create a resource so close to my heart.

What was the submission/query process like for you?

I really appreciated how detailed the submissions guidelines were. That helped me figure out how to create an outline from my idea and set a good foundation for the book. 

What else have you written?

I have a weekly Substack newsletter called All The Threads, which is a place where I write about random, whimsical practices at the intersections of spirituality, creativity, and justice. 

What are you currently reading? 

A lot of graphic novels and zines. My TBR is always ridiculously long. I recently finished Fangs by Sarah Andersen and Kim Reaper: Grim Beginnings by Sarah Graley, and both were adorable. 

What’s the best book you read in the last year?

So hard to choose, but my favorite was probably Batcat by Meggie Ramm. Such a sweet adventure story with queer overtones and just a dash of spooky vibes. 

What’s next for you? 

I’m working on a little horror poetry zine about my experience of growing up in a high-control religious environment, using the lens of monster myth. It’s just the kind of nerdiness I enjoy in my spare time!

Want to keep reading? Check out Disabled Witchcraft: 90 Rituals for Limited-Spoon Practitioners by Kandi Zeller, out now!