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-- Reviews by the Famous and well Known

Philip Solomon and I go way back and I always highly recommend anything he produces. It is always practical, sensible and professional. When Philip and I first connected some years ago, I had him over to America, and to be fair gave him quite a difficult time testing his abilities as a medium, but as soon as he spoke some special words that only others who knew me on the 'other side' could give him, I knew he was a genuine and incredibly gifted medium. He said things he could not have possibly known and therefore I was happy to endorse him and he gained my total respect.
This opened up the doors to our long and cherished freindship. He is one of the finest trance and clairvoyant mediums of our time and can be entirely trusted.
I am pleased to say he is now doing a lot of work with my daughter, they are going to make a great team and the A-Z of Spiritualism will be a great source of reference for their fans and also a very good source for anyone with an interest in the paranormal, the psychic world generally, Spiritualism and so much more, to quickly reference and have jargon that can be difficult to understand to the layperson, easily and quickly explained.
Professor Dr Hans Holzer, Paranormal Expert & Author - Written the Foreword

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This book provides much needed information for those who want to find out more about Spiritualism. Even for those who already know the basics, there is a lot of additional descriptions that I have never really understood and I found the information Philip has given very enlightening. A useful book to keep for reference on your shelf.
Jill Prior, Author of 'One Moment In Time'

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This book by Philip Solomon is an ideal handbook for all those interested in Spiritualism and will give the reader a greater understanding of what Spiritualism really means. As well as being an excellent medium, Philip Solomon is one of the country's leading authorities on the paranormal, and this new book will most certainly whet the appetites of all those thirsty for knowledge.
Billy Roberts, International Medium and Author of 'The Magic of the Aura'

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At last, an easy to use guide on the language of Spiritualism and Psychic Jargon. Well done Philip!
Jane Howard, International Medium

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The first time I learned of Philip Solomon, I was both amazed and intimidated as most people my father (Dr. Hans Holzer) worked with were usually deceased. I read up on Philip and began to wonder if perhaps he and I should connect? Thankfully knowing of Philip throughout my home life and growing up, I was able to reconnect and rediscover what my father saw in him. Not only has Philip stayed true to The Holzer Family but has continued his work where a second generation of Holzers can be appreciative and continue to evolve.
When Philip asked me to do his foreword I was mixed with all levels of emotions. I knew I had to step up to the plate and position my paranormal bat for this request. I also knew a few lines just wouldn't cut the mustard. This request comes from an incredible soul for whom I truly believe as my father before me, is to continue to do great things in the field of the Paranormal and beyond.
In this ever changing field, we always need inspiration and positiveness to look toward when our souls encounter difficult moments on our life path. The A-Z of Spiritualism book filled with terms and meanings should be a vital part of anyone's library whether they work in this field or not. We are all one at the end of the day and what Philip has created is a universal place to come together and educate oneself for a higher empowerment in their own life. Knowledge truly is power and here in this well categorized and thought out book will one find such crucial information.
This book represents another important piece of literature in the field of science, spiritualism, growth, paranormal education and higher self-awareness. This is a tool and handbook for those who experience or study the paranormal and its methods to those learning for the first time. One can only benefit from such a dictionary in further enhancing their lives and the lives around them, living and deceased.
Alexandra Holzer, Paranormal Expert & Author - Written the Foreword

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A welcome and long overdue index of terms to shed light on the field of work we mediums do!
Rachel Keene, Psychic Medium

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Having the privilege of an early reading of Philip Solomon's book 'The A-Z Spiritualism' and being a student of the Morris Pratt Institute for Mediumship Certification I found this handy volume to be a great tool for the understanding of terms and concepts of Spiritualism and related topics. As an author on subjects related to Spiritualism and Mediumship I found his no-nonsense approach refreshing; straight forward, it includes references to some of the true heroes of Spiritualism; those who embraced the concept of Spirit Communication at great personal risk, even suffering ridicule such as Arthur Conan Doyle. Solomon has done some fine research; including his references to Abraham Lincoln; the President's interest in Spiritualism affecting his political decisions, something I know of first hand from my great grandmother Elizabeth Foster who sat in seance with him at the White House.There is a wonderful list of churches not limited to the United Kingdom; including listings throughout the United States as well as Canada. This simple book is primer to Spiritualism and will prove a handy reference for those drawn to the uniqueness of the religion whether as a practicing Spiritualist or a student of the concept. I highly recommend this wonderful handbook; certain to become part of the Morris Pratt 'suggested reading list.
Dr. Deborah Richmond Foulkes, Spiritual Medium and Reiki Master

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This book fills a big gap that's been around for years. A simple way to reference the spiritual/paranormal world. It's easily accessed and easily understood with it's no-nonsense definitions. I'm sure in years to come it will be known as the book to have, whether you're researching for articles, or are just a person interested in all aspects of the occult.
Jenny Smedley, Author of 'Past Life Angels' and Columnist for 'Chat! it's Fate'

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-- Newspaper and Website Reviews

THE A-Z SPIRITUALISM DICTIONARY
Wolverhampton AdNews

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This is undoubtedly the most accessible 'A-Z' of the spiritual world I have read. Once I picked it up I couldn't stop reading - how many dictionaries can you say that about?! Everything's in there from biogs on top psychics Derek Acorah and Gordon Smith through to the definition of Thaumaturgy (a human miracle) and an explanation of Purgatory. Excellent stuff!
Sue Ricketts, Take A Break's Fate & Fortune (Editor)

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Having the privilege of an early reading of Philip Solomon's book 'The A-Z Spiritualism' and being a student of the Morris Pratt Institute for Mediumship Certification I found this handy volume to be a great tool for the understanding of terms and concepts of Spiritualism and related topics. As an author on subjects related to Spiritualism and Mediumship I found his no-nonsense approach refreshing; straight forward, it includes references to some of the true heroes of Spiritualism; those who embraced the concept of Spirit Communication at great personal risk, even suffering ridicule such as Arthur Conan Doyle. Solomon has done some fine research; including his references to Abraham Lincoln; the President's interest in Spiritualism affecting his political decisions, something I know of first hand from my great grandmother Elizabeth Foster who sat in seance with him at the White House.There is a wonderful list of churches not limited to the United Kingdom; including listings throughout the United States as well as Canada. This simple book is primer to Spiritualism and will prove a handy reference for those drawn to the uniqueness of the religion whether as a practicing Spiritualist or a student of the concept. I highly recommend this wonderful handbook; certain to become part of the Morris Pratt 'suggested reading list.
www.skybear.com

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An insightful directory of terms, significant people and phenomena in the spiritual and religious field. If you don’t know your ‘akashic records’ from your ‘etheric senses’, then this is the book for you.
Katy Evans, Soul & Spirit Magazine (Editor)

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The Shields Gazette

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PSI Journal of Investigative Psychical Research Magazine

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Paranormal Magazine

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A dictionary for spiritualism - what a splendid idea! My congratulations to Philip Solomon for producing an A-Z that is well overdue.
Jill Poet, Healthy Life Essex (Editor)

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The A-Z of Spiritualism is a meticulously-researched work, but then again I wouldn't have expected anything less from Philip Solomon. Truth to tell, there are so many good things to say about this work that its hard to know where to begin.
The first thing I like about it is its simplicity. The work is divided into two sections; a dictionary and an exhaustive list of spiritualist churches throughout the world. In a nutshell, that's it – but wow, what a nutshell.
One of the bugbears I have about terminology used throughout the New Age, spiritualist and psychic fields of endeavour is the almost licentious way it is bandied about; in-house phrases and epithets are cast around with cavalier abandon, and you just know that those who use them almost always really don't understand them at all. That's why, when I received a copy of Philip's book to review, I immediately turned to see how he defined the term “energy”, which is one of the most misused and overused words of all. To my utter delight I found that he hadn't included the word in his dictionary list, but quite properly used it only in the text – and only in the proper context. Such cautiousness is to be utterly commended, and Solomon applies it consistently throughout the entire volume.
In terms of clarity and sheer usefulness, there are only three previously-published books of a similar nature that rival Solomon's; The Geddes & Grosset Dictionary of the Occult (Geddes & Grosset, 1997), The Wordsworth Dictionary of Beliefs & Religions ( Wordsworth Editions, 1995), and A Dictionary of Philosophy (Pan, 1984).
These are all excellent works that should find a place on the shelf of any serious researcher, but with the possible exception of The Geddes & Grosset Dictionary of the Occult those who only have a superficial knowledge of the subject may find themselves struggling as they wade through facts, ideas and concepts that will probably only be of use to the scholar or serious reader and not the layperson. This, I believe, is where Solomon's book comes into its own. Without compromising its accuracy, the author has reduced the content down to just the right degree to make it perfect for those who need a fast-track answer without the frills.
Philip Solomon displays a breathtakingly diverse knowledge of not just spiritualism but many other spiritual-cum-religious disciplines. This makes the book not just a dictionary but also a fascinating mini-encyclopaedia. As someone who specialises in writing about the more heterodox forms of spirituality and religion, I can state with conviction that this volume will take pride of place on my shelf of reference works.
The index of spiritualist churches and organisations which forms the second part of this volume will be of immense help to journalists and others. To be honest, my only criticism is that the title “useful addresses” greatly undersells the value of its contents.
When compared to the classic works mentioned above, and viewed from the standpoints of practicality, usefulness and accessibility, I'd have to put Solomon's book at the top. Its not a weighty tome, but its certainly a tome which carries a lot of weight.
There's no doubt that Philip Solomon had an angel sitting on his shoulder when he penned this inspired work, and he's to be commended for it.
Mike Hallowell, The Shields Gazette

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Philip Solomon’s A-Z Of Spiritualism The Dictionary will appeal both to those who are new to the subject and to those who want to deepen their explorations.
Rona Cherry, Former Editor of 'Fitness' and 'Golf Digest Woman'

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A-Z OF SPIRITUALISM
The Dictionary
By Philip Solomon
Published by Apex Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 978-1-906358-52-5
With a growing interest nationwide in spiritualism, psychic consultant and medium Philip Solomon noticed that people were beginning to ask many more questions about the subject. One way of answering these was to produce a dictionary.
Why has no one thought of doing something like this before? Not only will it be a help to anyone showing even a glimmer of interest in the subject but it will also be of interest to people, like me, who have been travelling a spiritual pathway (or trying to) for years.
Words and phrases relating to spiritual matters are included as well as names of well-known mediums, past and present. Listings of worldwide spiritual churches, including contact details, are also provided.
I’m not sure if Philip knows what he’s let himself in for: I can foresee this book having to be revised on an annual basis. Philip admits it’s been impossible to include everything in this first edition but I’m sure people will soon be contacting him with updates as details change.
This book will grow and grow and will be a must for every church library. It’s likely to be of interest to amateurs and professionals alike.
From Aberration to Zen, there’s plenty to keep the reader happy. I only wish I’d thought of doing something like it.
Paul Salmon, Eternal Spirit (Publisher and Editor)

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The Brit (Madeira Newspaper)

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Psychic World

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Express & Star

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Express & Star

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Chat It's Fate Magazine

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BOOK REVIEW
Two Worlds: The Monthly Magazine for Spiritualists

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Eternal Spirit Magazine

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What a great idea - a kind of spiritual friendly handbook which you can refer to casually or as part of serious study. Philip's thoroughly researched book is enlightening, entertaining and comprehensive. It will be appreciated by those with a mildly curious or deep interest in the subject matter.
Janet Lee, Cannock Chase Post (Reporter)

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Walsall Observer

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-- Radio and TV

Philip Solomon was interviewed on KAPS Paranormal Radio. Philip answered questions about his book 'The A-Z Spiritualism Dictionary'.
KAPS Paranormal Radio

Philip Solomon was interviewed on BBC Radio WM 95.6 FM. Philip answered questions about his book 'The A-Z Spiritualism Dictionary'. He was interviewed on 'The Daz Hale Show'.
BBC Radio WM 95.6 FM

Philip Solomon was interviewed on Wolverhampton City Radio 101.8 FM. Philip answered questions about his books 'The A-Z Spiritualism Dictionary'. He was interviewed on 'The Steve Morris Show'.
Wolverhampton City Radio 101.8 FM (The Steve Morris Show)

Philip Solomon spoke about his books on his radio show.
Wolverhampton City Radio 101.8 FM (The Philip Solomon Show)

Philip Solomon was interviewed on Glastonbury Radio. Philip answered questions about his books 'The A-Z Spiritualism Dictionary' and 'Guided by the Light'. He was interviewed on 'The Ross Hemsworth Show'.
Glastonbury Radio

Philip Solomon was interviewed on Kerrang! 105.2 FM. Philip's book 'The A-Z Spiritualism Dictionary' was mentioned at the end of the interview.
Kerrang! Radio 105.2 FM

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-- Book Signings and Events

Philip Solomon signed copies of his book 'The A-Z Spiritualism Dictionary' at Darlaston Library, Walsall.
Darlaston Library, Walsall

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Philip Solomon signed copies of his book 'The A-Z Spiritualism Dictionary' at Wolverhampton Central Library, Wolverhampton.
Wolverhampton Central Library, Wolverhampton

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Philip Solomon signed copies of his book 'The A-Z Spiritualism' at Into The Light, Bridgtown.
Into The Light, Bridgtown

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-- Libraries that stock this book
The National Library of Wales, Aberystwyth
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The University Library, Cambridge
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The National Library of Scotland, Edinburgh
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The Library of Trinity College, Dublin
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The Bodleian Library, Oxford
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The British Library, Boston Spa
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