There are many books about the study of altars, and their place in women's spirituality. There is no wrong way in which to set up an altar. How you set it up is completely based on your own preferences and the space you may have.
Here are some books to check out which give great information about setting up altars as well as the history of women's altars and their benefits.
A Book of Women's Altars by Nancy Brady Cunningham
Altars by Denise Linn
Your Altar by Sandra Kynes
Altars of Power by Robin Mastro
Beautiful Necessity by Kay Turner
Altars and Icons by Jean McMann
Crafting Personal Shrines by Carol Owen
If you know of any others that I can check out please leave a comment and I will gladly look into them.
