Spiritual success coach, intuitive, mystic and owner of Heart Soul & Art in Marietta, Sharron Ragan recently released her new book, Crystal Clear: A Beginner’s Guide to Stones & Crystals. The book serves as a handbook for readers interested in learning about stones and crystals as well as their historical, spiritual and practical uses.

Written for beginners as well as enthusiasts, Crystal Clear explores how crystals form, why they hold energetic frequencies and how people throughout history have used them for healing, clarity, protection, abundance and intuitive awakening. It provides practical guidance on how to cleanse and charge stones, interpret the meaning of a broken or lost crystal and choose their optimal placement in the home and more.

Comprehensive profiles of 173 everyday stones are provided, including information on spiritual meaning, emotional associations, elemental qualities, chakra connections and practical applications. Ragan draws on her background as a master spiritual mentor and metaphysical teacher to present material in a clear, accessible format.

Crystal Clear: A Beginner’s Guide to Stones & Crystals is available online and at Heart Soul & Art in Marietta. The retail price is $24.95. Heart Soul & Art is located at 1470 Roswell Road in Marietta.