Neopagan Recommended Reading List

This list is designed with the neophyte to paganism, neopaganism, witchcraft, spells, magick, etc in mind. It's intention is to help said person understand the typical American / Western system of magick, often based around the standard western esoteric system & ceremonial / hermetic magickal constructs. This list is intentionally not exhaustive, and rather prefers to be a clear and concise list of reading materials without overloading the reader with redundant information contained within many modern texts.

Not to mention the fact that I feel many of the materials available on the market to teach Neopagan techniques, concepts, theology, philosophy, etc are often severely lacking in one or more areas of their content.

Commentary on this page from neophytes to veterans is welcome and encouraged, please contact me with your thoughts.

Last updated Thursday, June 3, 2010

PS: I continue to feel that the best way to learn is from a mentor / teacher. However, I understand and respect that this is not an option for many people in the world for various reasons, hence this list. If possible (and you are comfortable with the concept) I would advocate partnered learning and exercises to work through the materials below, as it often will help deepen the experience of all involved.

Beginning the Journey

Topics and materials to begin the quest into neopaganism. Intentionally building a strong foundation in western elemental practices and a clear understanding of the modern neopagan landscape before delving into more expansive materials which often lack refined commentary on foundational exercises, etc.

Part One: Opening the Door to Neo-Paganism

Supplementary Reading

Part Two: Beginning to Work

Part Three: Moving Deeper

Supplementary Reading

Specific Paths of Focus

Below are intermediate to advanced materials covering topics with precision within their specific purview. All materials below expect one to have a levels comprehension within magick, witchcraft, ritual, spells, etc in order to make use of their content to the fullest (if at all).

Wortcunning

Supplementary Reading

Celestial

Chaos Magick

Tarot

Invocation & Trance

Faerie

Supplementary Reading within a Specific Worldview & Tradition

Male Mysteries / Gay Magick

Runes & Norse Magick I - Introductory

Supplementary Reading

Runes & Norse Magick II - Intermediate

Supplementary Reading

Runes & Norse Magick III - Norse Shamanism

Supplemental Reading

Alchemy

Supplemental Reading

Hoodoo

Voodoo

Lists to be Added in Future Releases