If you like esoteric themes this catalogue is a complete guide to all the themes that can be covered in the esoterical theme.
He talks about such topics as Karma, numerology, and astral projection among many others.
If you want to get started in this world I recommend this reading.

Catalog of the Unexplained contains a little bit of information about a lot of things paranormal. It's very easy to read and covers a lot of material. I wish some sections were a little more detailed, but overall not a bad little book.

I appreciate the publisher allowing me to read this book. A fascinating reference I couldn't put down.

After the introduction, we get the entries from A to Z. Entries vary in length from three to five sentences or so, basically a paragraph per topic. These can be read more like a simple glossary given the entries are very basic and sparse. If you need to just get a quick look up of a word, and the word is listed in the book, you'll get a very brief definition. If you need more, you'll need to look elsewhere.

The entries are in no way critical. The esoteric and paranormal concepts are pretty much accepted as a given. Again, if you need other views on a topic, you will need to search elsewhere. Many of the entries have a parenthetical citation leading to a reference at the end of the book in the bibliography.

The bibliography is arranged in three parts: websites, books, and online programs. The websites are mostly very basic sources like Britannica Online and a lot of low end websites. The websites' list is not very impressive. The books' list varies in quality from reputable publishers to many "independent" publishers (which to be honest are borderline what we used to call vanity presses back in the day). Most of these books are not scholarly at all. As for the online programs, you get a lot of YouTube videos, again, not exactly high end sources. Quality of these sources is inconsistent. Overall, it falls to the reader to evaluate the sources.

As an academic librarian, I would not recommend this book for academic libraries. For public libraries, I would rate this as a very optional acquisition; personally I would not buy this if I was doing book selections for a public library. The book overall is too basic, lacks alternative views, and its sources are not that great. This book had potential, but as it is it's a missed opportunity.

It is exciting and superbly entertaining. This well-written work is a must read. As far as the writing style and narration is concerned, it is absolutely fantastic. The way author has wevaed the story with the mastery of writing style and narration, it is truly commendable. Overall, it was a great experience. I highly recommend this work and give it full 5 stars for the writing, narration and overall presentation. Happy Reading.

I’ve enjoyed Leanna Greenaway’s previous books. This one was a fun read. It contains some interesting information.

Thank you to the Publisher and Netgalley for the advanced e-reader copy. All opinions expressed are my own.

I received a copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review. Thank you NetGalley!

The cover of this book is eye-catching.
This book has a TON of interesting information in it.
I can't say it was my favorite read, but some of the stuff was really cool.


I'd probably purchase a copy, and check out other books by the author.

The Catalog of the Unexplained is a guide to topics like angels, herbs, tarot, or even vampires. It is filled with 450 different topics each with short entries. Some have 4 topics on a single page. This book wouldn't be useful in a spiritual sense, because there isn't really any practical application. It is more of a short encyclopedia of topics. I love it, because the entries are short it gives the author a chance to talk about more rare things that they might have not been able to include in a more detailed book. For example, I did not know that the Ancient Egyptians used ailuromancy (the telling of the future by watching a cat jump and land). It was super interesting. I really enjoyed reading it and I learned a lot.

Catalog of the Unexplained: From Aliens & Aromatherapy to Zen & Zener Cards by Leanna Greenaway; Beleta Greenaway is scheduled for release on January 8 2021. Explore the mesmerizing depths of the esoteric and unexplainable with this outstanding A to Z reference guide. This book offers entries on 450 topics, from angels and herbalism to tarot and vampires. Magical practitioners, holistic healers, ghost hunters, spiritual seekers, and trivia fans alike will marvel at the knowledge this book contains. Authors Leanna and Beleta Greenaway provide brief and in-depth entries on: Acupuncture, Animal Totems, Astral Projection, Candles, Color Therapy, Curses, Dreams, Dowsing, ESP, Exorcism, Fairies, Feng Shui, Fortune-Telling, Hypnosis, I Ching, Kundalini, Lucid Dreaming, Numerology, Palm Reading, Psychic Development, Reiki, Spellcasting, UFOs, Voodoo, Witchcraft, and Yoga.

Catalog of the Unexplained is exactly what the title promises. It is a book that offers explanations and information about a wide range of terms. It covers things associated with a variety of cultures, religions, and enthusiasts. I liked that when different groups of people had different views or feelings about a term they were all explained and compared- but there was never any judgement about if any were right or more valid then others. Everything was covered in clear, understandable language with no noticeable prejudice or judgement about the term or those that do, or do not, believe that they are more than tradition, myth, or much more. I found the text to be very well and clearly written, and the subject matter objectively examined and explained. I learned some new things, and found out some new perspectives on subjects I thought I already knew from other books, legends, and mythology. I think this would be a good resource for readers, writers, and all curious individuals that want a better understanding of a wide range of terms. Sources are even listed in a bibliography in the end pages, so if you want to explore certain subjects more there are reputable places to start.

I love the cover of this book. Unfortunately this book had nothing "new to me" so I didn't enjoy it.

On January 8th, Llewellyn published the latest offering from Beleta and Leanna Greenaway. The author of numerous books on magic, Wicca, and related topics, Leanna Greenaway here takes on a much broader subject matter.

An encyclopedic effort, Catalog of the Unexplained focuses on Fortean concepts, occult beliefs, and all manner of the weird and unusual. Expect information about alien encounters, palmistry, ghosts, and more in this weighty tome.

The authors present these beliefs uncritically. As you can see in the below snippet, they write as if from the perspective of those who de facto believe in all of this.

“Imperator Band: A band of aliens or higher intelligence from an invisible dimension. They are helpful to earthlings and will be present at psychic gatherings, such as development circles or séances. They focus on giving enlightenment and knowledge to the selected few for human growth. (Bletzer, 1986).”

In some books, I’d see this as problematic. Here, though, it feels more like they’re just telling us to make up our own minds about whether these things are real or not.

For example the “Imperator Band” may or may not exist, but with this entry in the Catalog, we know the relevant legend about them, written in a matter-of-fact fashion.

I don’t know for sure if the authors do believe in everything, or even most things, in this book. Nevertheless, by speaking as believers, they present an accurate idea of what adherents to these ideas think. Much of what’s found here can be read as legends, if one inclines that way. Some entries I believe, others seem more mythological, but all are interesting.

On that note, as you can see from the “Imperator Band” entry mentioned above, there’s a ton of alien, UFO, and starseed lore in this book. The topic of aliens, what they might actually be, and where they come from has always interested me.

Naturally, I really liked the sections on various theoretical alien entities. Most people fail to realize how complex modern UFO lore can get. Alien stories fascinate me, though I’m not sure I believe in all of it!

Some anecdotes in the entries are poorly sourced. Some seem to cite no sources at all. While I don’t doubt these concepts are genuine beliefs, it would be great if the authors had included more info on their origins and who else is talking about them.

See below a short entry on “occult police” entities, something I’m curious about after reading it. The entry is quite short, though, and leaves one wanting more information.

“Occult Police: These are extremely intelligent, higher beings, who concern themselves with the wrongdoing of humankind. They can be summoned to assist the living when anything unjust has occurred.”

The book’s authors practice angelic Wicca, so angelic beings get a lot of attention here. If you’ve an interest in angels or related beings, you might do well to purchase this book for that alone; the entries on these entities are detailed and well-researched. It’s definitely worth a look for the budding angelic mage or witch.

I’m far from easily spooked, but some of the entries in Catalog of the Unexplained were downright creepy. Certain parts of the book are perhaps not the best thing to read directly before bed! If, like me, you enjoy spooky tales and legends, though, you’ll find stories that rival even the best internet creepypasta.

I give this book four out of five stars. It could’ve been much longer, and I would’ve loved to see more sources for further research. I recommend this book for both witches and Fortean enthusiasts, those interested in UFOs, and anyone who digs modern legends.

Has some basic information on various paranormal topics but nothing you can't find in more detail in other books. The cover art is lovely though!

Thank you to NetGalley and Llewellyn Publications for this free ARC of Catalog of the Unexplained by Leanna Greenaway; Beleta Greenaway. The review to follow is based on my own honest opinion.

I wanted to enjoy this book, however, I feel the title is a little misleading. This book is more of a basic dictionary of the Unexplained, rather than a Catalog. A Catalog requires images. The ARC I received had images, but they were scarce. I apologise if the final print copy is bursting at the seams with images, the ARC was not.

The information minimal and was a paragraph or two in length and some of the sources were questionable.

Subtitle: From Aliens & Aromatherapy to Zen & Zener Cards

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher through Net Galley in exchange for an honest review.

Catalog of the Unexplained examines a wide variety of paranormal phenomenon. It includes entries from folklore, psychic theory, spiritualism, and many other areas.


If you’re looking for an in-depth examination of these topics, you’ll be disappointed. For most entries there are only 1-2 paragraphs of basic information provided. In some cases, there was only a single sentence. Another thing I didn’t care for was that many of the entries were for things that I wouldn’t consider “unexplained” – it did have general listings for UFOs and aliens and some entries for specific incidents or creatures such as Bigfoot or the Chupacabra, but I had little interest in 90% of the content.

I gave Catalog of the Unexplained three stars. I would have liked it better if it had lived up to the title and gone into more depth on fewer topics.

Thanks to the publishers for sharing this. It's fun to look through, but contains a fair few mistakes in terms of spelling and grammar, not to mention factual inaccuracies. I honestly had to laugh at the idea of using Wikipedia and YouTube as sources when writing a nonfiction book. My full review appears on Weekend Notes.

I actually thoroughly enjoyed this encyclopedia-type book. I feel like this is the perfect reference book to keep at your altar, bookshelf or even coffee table. It’s not a book to be read in one sitting as it is quite literally an encyclopedia about paranormal stuff. My only suggestion for it would be to have more illustrations and more references to other sources the reader can check out. It can be tricky to find good sources about these types of stuff, so some more sources from the authors might be a nice touch. I would love to have this book in physical form though, as I think that would make the whole experience even better :)

I applied for this book because the cover was eye-catching and I can't stop myself from picking up occult books. This book, though interesting, was written as a glossary. With very short definitions for each entry. I enjoyed it, but it wasn't exactly what I was expecting.

Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for the opportunity to read and review this book. It is exactly what it says it is- a catalog of the unexplained. I didnt expect to be in the format of almost like an alphabetical encyclopedia of the supernatural and I really enjoyrd it. I feel like they got in more content that way rather than wasting whole pages to one item.

When I was a teenager, I had a dictionary of superstitions and folklore I found randomly at a used book store. For my weird research, this as an incredible jumping off point and I blame it for a lot of my interests.  Today we have Leanna and Beleta Greenaway's Catalog of the Unexplained.  Whether you're a Bigfoot aficionado, or want to learn more about obscure beliefs and synchronicities, you're going to love this guide. Each entry is short and sweet, giving you a basic definition and sometimes some history.  

Catalog of the Unexplained goes from A-Z, and you can expect entries on ghost hunters, astral projections, hypnosis and even things about angelic worship.  There's of course the usual suspects, like fairy, vampires, and other creatures.  The guide works as an amazing starting place for those looking to do additional research.  The guide provides basics, and can even introduce you things you may not have read about before. 

Catalog of the Unexplained is available from Llewellyn Press January 8, 2020.

THIS BOOK COULD’VE BEEN SO MUCH MORE. MORE OF A GLOSSARY THAN A CATALOGUE. QUITE ENJOYED THE TIDBITS ABOUT REAL LIFE ACCOUNTS OF THE UNKNOWN, BUT OVERALL THE BOOK FELL FLAT