Discover the Encyclopedia of Impromptu Card Forces

H & R Magic Books proudly presents the Encyclopedia of Impromptu Card Forces, an unparalleled collection of card forces that stands alone in the world of magic literature. This groundbreaking book features a comprehensive compilation of card forces that do not rely on gimmicked cards, showcasing many techniques that are rarely seen in print.

The previous British edition was limited to just 300 copies and sold out swiftly. Now, this American edition offers a broader audience access to this invaluable resource at an affordable price. Inside, you’ll find over 500 unique forces, complemented by more than a hundred detailed photographs.

Renowned card expert Steve Beam shares his insights:

“Forcing is about give and take – you give and they take. If your audiences wanted to select cards, they wouldn’t need to be forced. For these occasions, Lewis has created the ultimate force source.”

“If you seek the most effective ways to guide your audiences in card selection, this book is your go-to guide.”

“There are more forces here than Obi Wan could shake a lightsaber at. May the Source be with you.”

“Lewis Jones has gathered an impressive array of forces in this extensive volume. For those who think free choice is overrated, this book is tailor-made for you. May the Source be with you.”

“Lewis Jones has redefined the concept of a ‘force book.’ While anyone can learn 202 forces, true magicians will want to master all 500. The Encyclopedia of Card Forces is the ultimate treasure trove.”

Steve Bryant, in his review of the British edition, stated, “Lewis Jones’s hardbound Encyclopedia of Impromptu Card Forces (subtitle: 500 Forces with a Borrowed Deck), spanning an impressive 294 oversized pages, delivers on its promise. To reiterate, it contains five hundred practical forces. In this second edition, Lewis has rewritten, reshuffled, and expanded his previous compilation into various categories: Blind forces, Combination forces, Comedy forces, Count forces, Cut forces, Equivocation forces, Forcing formulas, The glide, The hold out, Locators, Multiple forces, Probability forces, Spelling forces, Stop forces, and Switches. This collection includes beloved classics as well as fresh techniques. … This is an exceptional resource for any magician.”