The Innovative Magic of Jack Carpenter

Written by Jamie Masterson

Discover the latest hardbound release from one of the world’s foremost card magicians!

For over thirty years, Jack Carpenter has been a pivotal figure in the magic community, with his innovative creations embraced by top performers globally. His journey began with the groundbreaking book Modus Operandi in 1992, followed by the acclaimed Expert Portfolio series and numerous contributions to magic literature. Jack’s exceptional work has earned him recognition as a leading card expert, sought after by magicians and enthusiasts alike. Steve Forte aptly describes him as “The Cardman’s Cardman. A True Master.”

Carpenter’s Conceptions is Jack’s most extensive work to date, featuring a collection of original material developed and refined over the past fifteen years, including some secrets he has kept under wraps for even longer. This book presents entirely unpublished content.

Within Carpenter’s Conceptions, you will explore elegantly designed card magic routines and techniques, alongside effects involving coins, rope, and even fire. The book includes 35 items (28 routines and 7 sleights), all meticulously detailed and complemented by over 200 illustrations. You’ll find magic suitable for both card tables and walk-around performances. Each routine is crafted to astonish both magicians and lay audiences alike, with complete presentations included just as Jack performs them. Every effect is practical, designed for use with standard playing cards and everyday objects.

In the Foreword, Allan Ackerman highlights the 452 Control as one of the finest multiple shifts ever devised, asserting that this technique alone justifies the book’s price due to its ingenious and unique approach.

Among the standout routines featured in the book, you will learn:

Final Jazz Aces – A classic routine that culminates in a surprising “Double Climax,” leaving even seasoned magicians astonished.

No-Palm Queens to Pocket – An engaging routine where four queens travel to the performer’s pocket without any palming required, making it both easy to execute and highly deceptive.