Ecstatic Witchcraft: Magic, Philosophy & Trance in the Shamanic Craft

Ecstatic Witchcraft: Magic, Philosophy & Trance in the Shamanic Craft 
Fio Gede Parma
ISBN‎ 978-1959883272
Crossed Crow Books
$24.95

Ecstatic Witchcraft: Magic, Philosophy & Trance in the Shamanic Craft is an empowering manual for witches who wish to deepen their practice through ecstatic experiences and trance work. Fio Gede Parma—a respected witch and teacher—invites readers on a journey into the Otherworld and the book’s vibrant cover art (depicting a surreal, rooted figure amid cosmic symbols) perfectly encapsulates its intense, transformative theme. From the first chapter, Parma sets an enthusiastic and encouraging tone, inspiring practitioners to embrace the wild, mystical energy at the heart of witchcraft.

The content of Ecstatic Witchcraft is both philosophical and practical. Parma teaches how to safely enter altered states of consciousness and invoke ancient deities (essentially “drawing down” the old gods), as well as methods for traveling between the everyday world and the spirit realms. Readers learn to enhance their psychic vision and divination skills, too. The book then guides practitioners through creating powerful ecstatic spells and rituals to manifest change. Each chapter builds on the last, so what begins as simple exercises gradually evolves into a profound, transformative practice. The emphasis throughout is on genuine experience—discovering the true ecstasy that Witchcraft can offer rather than just going through the motions.

Parma’s writing is engaging and down-to-earth, which keeps even complex techniques feeling accessible and safe. This approachable style, combined with the book’s depth of insight, makes Ecstatic Witchcraft as inspiring as it is instructive. By the end, readers will feel not only more knowledgeable about shamanic witchcraft, but also genuinely excited to integrate its ecstatic practices into their own spiritual path.