Here is Lorraine's favorite Gemstone Therapy reference.

Gemisphere Luminary by Michael Katz
Publisher: Gemisphere
US/Canada toll free: 1-800-727-8877
503-241-3642 (voice) ; 503-241-9673 (fax)
http://www.gemisphere.com/

Gemisphere (formerly Golden Age Institute) has a catalog which is really nice. It features nice pictures of each necklaces as well as its therapeutic properties. They offer very good classes and home study courses are available.

Below is a list of books Lorraine has found useful ordered by her evaluation of their value. (Links to Amazon.com for quick, reliable service - and discount prices!)

• Gemisphere Luminary - by Michael Katz
  This is my favorite reference. Everything about these gemstones works as described. This information has helped me make desired changes as well as help others.

• The Crystal Wisdom Kit - by Stephanie Harrison, Barbara Kleiner (Contributor)
  Enter the enchanting world of crystals and discover how they can enhance and change your life. Kit contains a 112-page illustrated book, 12 crystal tumblestones, 3 casting wheels, and drawstring pouch for storage.

• Love Is in the Earth: A Kaleidoscope of Crystals - by A. Melody
  This is an extremely comprehensive book. There are hundreds of stones explained in detail. Additionally, it explains crystal configurations, programming crystals, and practical applications.

• Love Is in the Earth - Mineralogical Pictorial: Treasures of the Earth - by A. Melody
  A companion book for Melody's "Love is in the Earth."

• Aora Gemstone Oracle; Cards to Explore the Crystal Realms With Book - by James Mc Keon (Illustrator), Noreen Levi (Illustrator)
  A fun way to learn about gemstones featuring colorful gemstone cards. Learn how to use your intuition to discover what stone to wear.

• Gem Elixirs and Vibrational Healing - by Gurudas
  Though I have not found gemstone elixirs to be very effective, the many descriptions of the gemstone properties are quite accurate.

• Crystal Wisdom - by Dolfyn
  This is a good reference book for anyone involved with crystals. It gives great details on various forms and types of crystals.

• Crystal Enlightenment: The Transforming Properties of Crystals and Healing Stones - by Katrina Raphaell
  A comprehensive, easy-to-understand guide to the use of crystals and gems for internal growth, healing, and balance in your daily life. I find that using Gemstone crystals needs MUCH more practice and knowledge than gemstone spheres.

• Crystal Healing - by Katrina Raphaell
  Second book in the series. Very well written.

• Crystalline Transmission: A Synthesis of Light - by Katrina Raphaell
  Third book in the series. Very well written too.

• Spiritual Value of Gem Stones - by Wally Richardson and Lenora Huett
  Very sweet book that goes into the spiritual properties, healing properties and energies of gemstones.

• Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Crystal, Gem, and Metal Magic - by Scott Cunningham
  Good references, good explanations, and nice pictures.

• Healing With Gemstones and Crystals (Crossing Press Healing Series) - by Diane Stein
  Learn how to choose gemstones and work with chakras.

• The American Indian: Secrets of Crystal Healing - by Luc Bourgault
  Crystal healing methods from the Apache and Cherokee tribes. This is a very helpful and informative book.

• Complete Crystal Guidebook: A Practical Path to Self Development, Empowerment and Healing
  Currently on back order at amazon -- a very nice quartz crystal therapy book.

• Mantras, Yantras, & Fabulous Gems...healing secrets of the Ancient Vedas - by Howard M Beckman
  This is a book oriented towards vedic medicine and gemstones. Very interesting.

• Ancient Astrological Gemstones & Talismans : The Complete Science of Planetary Gemology - by Richard S. Brown
  This book explores a little-known branch of gemology dealing with India and its system of astrological gemology.

• Ancient Secret of the Fountain of Youth - by Peter Kelder
  Though not a gemstone therapy book, this book features 5 exercises designed to balance the chakras. These exercises work extremely well. I use them every day. Practice at your own pace. What a wonderful healing book.

• The Power of Gems and Crystals: How They Can Transform Your Life - by Soozi Holbeche
  Recommended by others; not reviewed.

• Crystal Power, Crystal Healing: The Complete Handbook - by Michael Gienger
  Recommended by others; not reviewed.

• Crystal Medicine - by Marguerite Elsbeth
  Recommended by others; not reviewed.

• Crystal Co Creators - by Dorothy Roeder
  Recommended by others; not reviewed.