Jessica Settergren

Jessica Settergren has been a solitary witch and Pagan since 1996 and studied many mythologies and traditions for worship, philosophy, and craft. While her personal practice has Wiccan bones, she branched into an eclectic mix of Norse, Greek, and Irish paganism over the years and focused much of her studies through The Irish Pagan School. She’s been dedicated to The Morrigan for over a decade. Her educational background in English and Ancient History feeds her passions for writing and mythology. She’s published in Renaissance Magazine, World History Encyclopedia, Midstory Magazine, and The Black Fork Review.


Jessica was diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma, the most common form of breast cancer, in 2019. Her treatment included the most often prescribed: surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and hormone therapy, with all the horrid side effects many cancer patients endure. She is now cancer free and lives in the woods in Minnesota with her amazing husband, a busy horde of stepchildren, two dogs, and fAngus the cat who rules them all.

Defying Shadows: For Witches and Pagans Battling Cancer & Chronic Illness
$21.95

In October 2019, Jess Settergren received some life-altering news: she had breast cancer. Despite living in a world where Breast Cancer Awareness is highly visible and offers a myriad of support, she found herself uniquely alone as none of the options for patients and survivors featured a Pagan perspective. With Defying Shadows, Settergren sets out to fill the gap for Pagan-and-Witch-friendly cancer support. Within its pages, you will find gentle, easy ways to perform spells, meditations for wellness, and low-energy rituals for every sabbat. Find your peace and embrace the now with Defying Shadows.

ISBN: 978-1-959883-94-4 | Page Count: 200 | Dimensions: 5.25" x 8.25"
Format: Paperback | Publication Date: 2/21/2025