Unlock Your Magic Career with Magnus

While you might master a captivating card trick, can you effectively attract clients and customize your performances for various events? In this unique guide, renowned magician Magnus reveals the essential strategies for advancing your magic career. His proven techniques will transform you into a thriving professional in no time.

Magnus will equip you with the determination and confidence necessary for a successful journey in close-up magic. Learn how to pitch your talents to potential employers and effectively market your act. He shares insights on the most effective tricks—timeless crowd-pleasers suitable for diverse settings—and the best practices for flawless execution. His guidance on honing performance skills, fostering positive relationships with colleagues, and managing hecklers will help you navigate challenges and pave the way for a rewarding career in magic.

This Dover edition, first released in 2019, is a revised and updated version of Blood, Sweat, and Pinky Breaks: A Practical Guide to Making a Living with Close-up Magic, originally self-published by Magnus in 1999. The new edition includes a fresh preface, introduction, and additional chapters.