Book Review
Practice Playbook by Eric Yuhasz
Pro insights and advice on how to practice effectively
Maestro by John Shryock
John Shryock presents thirteen of his professional close-up pieces
Francis Menotti
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Concerning the Palming of Cards
Galsworthy gives a fairly comprehensive instructional overview of the most useful, most recognized palming techniques for cards.
Book Review
The Magic of Hope
The Magic of Hope is a humble, paperback collection of story- infused tricks, routines, and thoughts that mean to bring hope and inspiration to their viewers and performers alike.
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Absolute Madness
Craig Petty knows how to structure and teach hard-hitting, flashy magic for the every-audience. Absolute Madness is a fast and easy read with an accompanying performance-only video of the described effects.
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The Hummingbirds
With some lovely choice words, a pack of cards, a magic wand, a wine glass, and a glass bell jar, Luke Jermay has brought to life a piece of art in The Hummingbirds.
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Studies in Deception
Enclosed in the 242 pages of Aurelio Paviato’s Studies in Deception is the conjuror’s equivalent of Bach etudes: a dozen complete, professionally stage-tested routines that each focuses on a specific set of sleights and techniques for better structuring one’s magic.
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Mentalism Incorporated: Volume Two
If Volume One was the undergraduate study of performing mentalism for the corporate crowd, this is the post-doc exploration.
Book Review
Mentalism Incorporated: Volume One
Corporate mentalist Chuck Hickok released two books, in 2002 and then 2005, designed to guide prospective pros in a market. Now in re-release, the two volumes mostly have a lot to offer.