Millard Longman THOUGHT READING WITH BILLETS Volume One Acidus Novus

Millard Longman’s THOUGHT READING WITH BILLETS

Volume One: Acidus Novus

The original Acidus Novus, developed by Millard Longman in 1979 and introduced by the renowned Al Mann, has become a staple in the magic community. Its ingenious simplicity has made it a preferred choice among professional mentalists.

Al Mann praised it upon its release, stating:

“Gentlemen, this is the ‘Acid Test’ for the Thought Reader! This is one of the most advanced techniques in Billet work … a Space-Age technique that was not known by the past masters.”

A spectator writes their private thoughts on a card, folds it, and the performer reveals the thought letter by letter without any complex maneuvers.

• Easy to perform
• No palming required
• No switching or tearing
• No dummy billets needed

This technique is designed for serious mentalists and dedicated students, not for casual curiosity seekers. Once mastered, it becomes a powerful tool for your performances.

Is it simple? Yes. Is it powerful? Absolutely. The Acidus Novus remains a significant technique in modern billet work, suitable for both stage and close-up performances. As Millard states, “It is the easiest and most direct billet technique known to Man.”

If you’re familiar with the original Acidus Novus, you might wonder about this new release. To put it simply, “This isn’t your father’s Acidus Novus!”

Even seasoned practitioners will find fresh insights and techniques in this updated version.

The New Acidus Novus Bible

THOUGHT READING WITH BILLETS, Volume One offers a multimedia experience with over 90 pages of content delivered as an Adobe PDF, featuring:

• In-depth text explanations
• Video demonstrations
• Step-by-step full-color photographs
• Audio recordings
• Additional techniques and handlings
• Complete routines and presentations

These video clips provide clear guidance from the performer’s perspective, allowing you to grasp the techniques quickly. You’ll be performing confidently within minutes of opening the book.

The full-color photographs serve as a visual guide for flawless execution, while the detailed text covers everything from the ideal paper to use to psychological tips that enhance the effectiveness of the Acidus Novus technique.

This book not only revisits the original Acidus Novus but also introduces improvements and new handlings to elevate your billet work immediately.

Once you master the Acidus Novus technique, you can adapt it for various presentations. The book includes over a dozen complete routines contributed by experienced professionals like:

• Greg Arce
• Tony Michaels
• Allen Zingg

These routines span from impromptu to stage performances, incorporating elements like body language, palmistry, astrology, ESP, pendulums, and book tests. One routine even allows the performer to reveal thoughts without looking at the billet!

Additionally, you’ll find illustrated chapters detailing how Millard applies Acidus Novus for various presentations, including business card work and serial number divinations.

A standout feature is the chapter titled “The Acidus Novus Question Answering Act,” which outlines how to prepare and execute one of the simplest Q&A acts, making it accessible even for those who dislike pre-show work or billet switches.

BONUS #1: The Acidus Novus Templates

Included are ready-to-use Microsoft Word templates for creating perfect Acidus Novus billets, allowing you to identify thought-of numbers, colors, cards, and more. These templates can be easily customized for your presentations.

BONUS #2: The Longman-Mann Papers

This special bonus features correspondence between Millard and Al Mann discussing improvements to a billet technique, providing unique insights into their creative processes.

BONUS #3: The Longman-Schubert Analysis

We also included an audio interview with Roy Schubert, an expert on Al Mann, discussing the Longman-Mann Papers. While the recording quality may not be professional, the insights are invaluable for serious mentalists.

SPECIAL BONUS UPDATE

Millard generously offers his “Symbols in the Path: Psychic Readings with Runes” for free with any order of his products, including the legendary ACIDUS NOVUS. This is a limited-time offer, so don’t miss out!