Become an Exceptional Tarot Reader

The Card Meanings and Skills You Need to Ace Every Reading

By: Ethony Dawn, Theresa Reed - foreword

Narrated by: Rachael Beresford

A culmination of Ethony Dawn's twenty plus years teaching tarot, this book takes you through each step of becoming a confident, successful tarot reader.

Meticulously crafted so that each chapter builds on the one before it, this book caters to various learning styles and personalities, ensuring that you'll have a practical and enjoyable experience. Ethony Dawn provides interactive exercises and essential advice that teach you how to expertly read the Rider-Waite-Smith tarot for yourself and the people in your life.

This exceptional guide presents a clear and concise learning path so you can grasp the fundamentals of tarot reading with ease. You won't feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of cards, and you won't need to memorize their meanings. Ethony debunks tarot myths, shows you how to care for and get to know your deck, and covers tarot-adjacent subjects such as astrology, numerology, and the fool's journey. This book is what you need to unlock the secrets of tarot.

©2025 Ethony Dawn (P)2025 Tantor Media

Excellent Work Again, Ethony

I was so excited to see another tarot education title by Ethony, and she did not disappoint! Become an Exceptional Tarot Reader is a beautiful compliment to her other tarot books (which I have) and her tarot courses (I’ve taken a few over the years). I think readers of all levels of experience can find value in the format where each chapter builds upon the previous. I also think there’s much to offer everyone from beginners to experts and everyone in between. While the text is thorough, it’s also concise and leaves room for discovery and exploration by the reader. I also think it’s worth noting that Ethony does not frame this exploration with a focus on advising readers to memorize a list of keywords as long as a store receipt. Because of this, I find her approach empowering and affirming.