‘GiSulHak: The Art of Conjuring by Chi-Yong Song,’ Translated, Edited, and Annotated by Won-il Kim
An early Korean conjuring book that is surprisingly “young.”
Reviews
Expert assessments of new tricks, books, gear, and performances.
Book Review
‘Çerca’ by Robert Mansilla
Solid material from a working pro’s formal close-up repertoire that gives is both the “how” and the “why.”
Best In Show
The Neat Review
Discovering the art journal that explores the crossovers between magic, sleight-of-hand, and art.
Trick Review
‘Tarot Ex Machina’ by Bob Farmer
This special deck of tarot deck, that comes with a huge instructional manual, will set you up nicely for making major miracles.
Trick Review
Pixx by Tom Stone
A mentalism packet effect that packs in clever exploration of a clever principle.
Staff Picks
Eagle Magic
Owner of the oldest brick and mortar magic shop invites us in for a visit.
Video Review
Tom Stone Masterclass
A wide-ranging, creative lecture that is enjoyable and inspires.
Video Review
Wolfgang Moser Masterclass
Thoughtful routines using classic plots and effective methods. And pochettes.
Book Excerpt
‘Enjoy!’ Book Excerpt: Mind Reading Class
An early look at a forthcoming book to be published by Genii Enterprises.
Trick Review
The $100 Challenge
What does our guest reviewer think of these new parlor magic tricks?
Book Review
‘Houdini: The Man Who Died Twice’ by Larrian Gillespie
Taking another look at the famous magician’s untimely death. Was it what we thought it was?
Book Review
‘Thieving Bastards’ by Andrew Wimhurst
Getting a first-hand look at some of the grittier terrain of the gambling underworld.