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Writer Rachel Pollack, who reimagined the practice of tarot, dies at 77

Rachel Pollack authored more than 40 books across several genres, and helped transform tarot into a contemporary practice. Rubi Rose Photography hide caption

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Writer Rachel Pollack, who reimagined the practice of tarot, dies at 77

The science fiction and comic book writer helped make reading tarot cards part of a contemporary spiritual practice. She authored more than 40 books across several genres.

Writer Rachel Pollack, who reimagined the practice of tarot, dies at 77

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Tarot can't predict the future, but it can help you make that big decision

Three cards pulled from the iconic Rider-Waite–Smith tarot deck. Michelle Tea suggests beginners start with a three-card reading. Photo Illustration by Becky Harlan/NPR hide caption

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Tarot can't predict the future, but it can help you make that big decision

Even if you've gotten a tarot reading before, you may be intimidated by the cards or wondering whether you're cool enough to learn. Tarot reader and writer Michelle Tea walks budding readers through each card in a tarot deck, shares reading tips and ways you can incorporate tarot into your self-care practice.

Tarot can't predict the future, but it can help you make that big decision

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