‘Architect of the Mind’ by Drew Backenstoss
Taking a look at “self-working mentalistm” and navigating the balance between process and presentation.
Reviews
Expert assessments of new tricks, books, gear, and performances.
Book Review
‘Knytkalas’ by Tom Stone
A potluck pick of ten great tricks beautifully bundled as a wonderful new book by Tom Stone.
Book Review
‘Final Degree’ by John Guastaferro
Taking a look at the third installment; packed with card magic, and there’s something for everyone.
Trick Review
The $100 Challenge
This young close-up magician chooses two interactive magic tricks to review for Genii.
Not Forgotten
I’ll Start Again!
Don’t write off this classic trick with one of the all-time classic sleights. Magic moments don’t grow old.
Book Review
‘Starting Fires’ by Alexander Hansford
A neat set of three booklets—perfect for those getting into card magic. Fun. Easy to learn. Deeply fooling.
Book Review
‘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.”
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.”
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.
Best In Show
The Neat Review
Discovering the art journal that explores the crossovers between magic, sleight-of-hand, and art.
Staff Picks
Eagle Magic
Owner of the oldest brick and mortar magic shop invites us in for a visit.