“Superior books are crafted for effortless understanding. Queen Spirit combines surprise with clarity, captivating readers. Bannon’s intriguing concepts and effects encourage you to engage and practice. What more could you ask for in a book?” – Jon Racherbaumer

“No magician on Earth can create magic like John Bannon. His latest work, Queen Spirit, is as thrilling and entertaining as anticipated, proving once again that he is a master of sleight of hand!” – Owen Packard, Bigblindmedia

“When one of my favorite magic creators tackles a beloved card magic plot, I expect great results, but Bannon has exceeded all expectations! He brings his innovative methodology and handling skills to create stunning minimalistic magic that is both surprising and commercial. I never thought I’d say this about the seven-card assembly! Highly recommended.” – Mark Elsdon

“Bannon does it again. Queen Spirit seamlessly merges rock and roll, the seven-card assembly, and streamlined magic into an engaging piece of close-up theater. Even if assemblies aren’t your thing, this book is essential for learning the powerful Discrepant Block Switch.” – Jeff Stone

“John Bannon’s Queen Spirit offers an enjoyable dive into the seven-card assembly. This beautifully crafted hardcover book presents various twists on the theme, each one a valuable addition to your repertoire. To top it off, John includes a couple of queen-friendly effects to complement your assembly. A must-have for card magic enthusiasts.” – Charlie Randall

Less is more … or is it?

John Bannon explores the essence of minimalism in card magic. In this series of studies, he delves into theory, challenges, and solutions through the lens of the underground Seven-Card Assembly—featuring only the four Queens and three spot cards. He poses the questions: “Is less truly more?” and “How minimal can you go?” Bannon uses the Seven-Card Assembly as a metaphor for precision in construction, so tight that a little deception may be necessary.

With a keen eye for commercial card magic, he dissects this intricate plot and reimagines its components in exciting new ways. Queen Spirit introduces seven innovative tricks that can stand alone or be combined for a cascade of magical moments. True to Bannon’s style, these sophisticated routines require no advanced moves and can be performed impromptu with a standard deck. He also includes a surprising, unconventional four-card production to kick things off!

As a special bonus, Queen Spirit features a unique Sixteen-Card Assembly, hailed as one of the best assemblies ever.

Bannon meticulously explains the mechanics of each trick, ensuring you grasp the execution. He also analyzes the presentation, theory, and methodology, providing a deeper understanding in his approachable, conversational tone. He gets it. You’ll get it.

If you appreciate card magic that is engaging and impactful, you’ll relish every trick in this book!

Forget about “masterclasses” and spend quality time with a true master.

John Bannon has been innovating with playing cards for years. He still has a few surprises up his sleeve.