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Workshops • Tours • Dream Guidance with bestselling author Rose Inserra
About Rose
Author, Dream Guide & Italian Folk Magic Practitioner
Rose Inserra is a bestselling author, dream analyst, teacher and Italian folk magic practitioner whose work explores the deep connections between ancestral wisdom, symbolism, dreams, ritual and everyday spiritual practice.
Born in Molise, Italy and raised in Australia, Rose brings together lived cultural knowledge, family traditions and decades of research into the old ways of Southern Italian healing, protection and folk magic.
Through her books, workshops, private malocchio clearings, tours and weekly radio appearances, Rose helps people reconnect with meaning, intuition, heritage and the quiet wisdom that lives beneath the noise of modern life.
Read Rose's StoryBooks & Oracle
Rose's Published Works
Explore the books and oracle deck that bring Italian folk magic to life — rich with history, ritual, remedies and ancient wisdom.
Rockpool Publishing
The World of Italian Folk Magic
Magic and herbal cures from the wise women of Italy
Brimming with history, culture, remedies, folklore, recipes and magic — for anyone fascinated by ancient Italian practices and their deep connections to nature.
Rockpool Publishing
Italian Folk Magic Oracle
A 40-card deck steeped in ancient Italian wisdom
Draw on the protective charms, folk remedies and spiritual traditions of Southern Italy. A companion deck to the bestselling book, offering guidance through the old ways.
Rose recommends purchasing directly from Rockpool Publishing to support independent publishing.
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Rockpool Publishing
Italian Folk Magic Oracle
A 40-card deck steeped in ancient Italian wisdom
Draw on the protective charms, folk remedies and spiritual traditions of Southern Italy. A companion deck to the bestselling book, offering guidance through the old ways.
First Look
See It, Card by Card
TraceyHD opens the deck and goes through the whole thing, card by card — the closest you'll get to holding it before launch.
Unboxing and full flip through by TraceyHD on YouTube · Watch on YouTube →
Also By Rose
Rockpool Publishing
The World of Italian Folk Magic
Magic and herbal cures from the wise women of Italy
Brimming with history, culture, remedies, folklore, recipes and magic, for anyone fascinated by ancient Italian practices and their deep connections to nature.
Upcoming Events
Tours, Launches & Signings
The last Malocchio Tour of the year, then the launch of Rose's new Italian Folk Magic Oracle deck across Melbourne, Adelaide and Sydney.
Malocchio Tour, Lygon Street
Storytelling, history, charms and the old wisdom of the malocchio in Carlton's Italian precinct. Coffee and cake at Brunetti, 380 Lygon Street, and a signed copy of Rose's bestselling book. 9.15am to 12.30pm. Thank you everyone, this is the last tour of the year.
Oracle Deck Launch Event
Meet Rose and have your new Italian Folk Magic Oracle signed with a special message. Author signing, card readings and giveaways on the day. State of Grace Collective, 44 Puckle Street, Moonee Ponds. 10am to 11.30am.
Pre-order the OracleAuthor Talk & Oracle Card Demonstration
Rose talks about her practice and how she developed the Italian Folk Magic Oracle, then gives a card demonstration. Upstairs at Brunswick Bound, 361 Sydney Road, Brunswick. 3pm. Tickets are free but space is limited. Please note the upstairs space is not wheelchair accessible.
Book a Free TicketItalian Folk Magic Oracle Launch
The official launch of Rose's new 40 card deck, with Rockpool Publishing. Qi Crystals, 743 Glen Huntly Road, Caulfield South. 11am to 1pm.
Pre-order the OracleMalocchio Tour, Adelaide
Zep Bar, 2 Louis Crescent, Newton. Two sessions, 11am to 12.30pm or 2pm to 3.30pm. Includes a special gift bag, Q&A and book signing, and the Sancta Casa Pop-Up Shop. Just 30 guests per session. $45 plus booking fee.
Book Adelaide TicketsSydney Sessions, Club Five Dock
66 Great North Road, Five Dock. Two sessions, 10am to 12pm or 12.30pm to 2.30pm, with light refreshments served. $89.
Book Sydney TicketsSave the Date
More Oracle launch events are taking shape. Full details as they are confirmed.
- Sat 28 November Sydney Bookshop Signings Venues being confirmed by Rockpool Publishing. Details to come
- Sat 5 December Oracle Launch & Workshop, Daylesford Euphemia Blackthorne, 119 Vincent Street, Daylesford. With Rockpool Publishing. Details to come
In the Media
Rose on SBS Italian
Rose sat down in the SBS Melbourne studio with SBS Italian radio to talk about Italian folk magic, the malocchio, and the Italian belief in the evil eye. The interview was broadcast on 17 September 2026.
The conversation is in Italian. Press play to listen to Rose's full segment.
SBS Italian is on SBS Radio 2 at 8am every day. Visit SBS Italian →
Private Sessions
Malocchio Clearing with Intuitive Card Reading
If life has felt heavy, blocked, or simply off, it may be time to clear what was never yours to carry. Rose combines the traditional Southern Italian practice of malocchio removal with intuitive card reading to offer clarity, guidance, and energetic support.
Message Rose on Instagram and she will reply with a time and payment details.
Malocchio Tours
Back by Popular Demand!
Step into Carlton's Italian precinct with Rose Inserra for the old stories, charms, rituals and folk traditions of the evil eye.
Coffee and cake at Brunetti, and a signed copy of Rose's bestselling book to take home.
Private Sessions
Malocchio Clearing with Intuitive Card Reading
If life has felt heavy, blocked, or simply off, it may be time to clear what was never yours to carry. Rose combines the traditional Southern Italian practice of malocchio removal with intuitive card reading to offer clarity, guidance, and energetic support.
Most Popular
30 Minute Session
A focused clearing and intuitive reading, ideal for a first session or when you have a specific concern you'd like guidance around.
- Traditional malocchio assessment
- Focused energy clearing
- Short intuitive card reading
- Live via Zoom
Deep Dive Session
60 Minute Session
A thorough clearing, full intuitive reading, and unhurried conversation for deeper guidance, reflection, and support.
- Traditional malocchio assessment
- Full energy clearing
- Extended intuitive card reading
- Live via Zoom
Not sure which session is right for you? Message Rose on Instagram and she will happily guide you.
Work with Rose
Dream Consultations
As heard on The Nightline with Cheralyn Darcey
Ask Rose what your dreams mean. However you choose to do it, you get her personal interpretation, insight into how the dream may connect with your waking life, and guidance to help you get in touch with your deeper self.
Choose how you would like to work with Rose
“Wow, Rose, how VERY insightful! Your interpretation of each of my dreams were quite surprising yet makes a lot of sense.” — Elizabeth
On Air
Rose Inserra on The Nightline
Every Thursday 8pm–Midnight · Live on 2HD Newcastle & the 2SM Super Radio Network
Rose joins Cheralyn Darcey each week to explore the hidden meanings of dreams, from visitation dreams and astral travel to the art of keeping a dream journal. Stream live at 2sm.com.au or catch up on recent episodes.
Watch
Rose in Her Own Words
Go deeper into the world of Italian folk magic through Rose's personal stories, insights and featured interviews.
Vimeo · Short Film
A Glimpse into the Soul of Italian Magic
Rose shares the personal stories and living traditions behind Italian folk magic — the beliefs, the rituals and the women who kept this wisdom alive.
YouTube · Featured Interview
Rose Inserra: Featured Interview
Watch Rose in conversation — exploring the ancient Italian practices of protection, healing and folk wisdom that inspired her bestselling book.
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