Magic as a Hobby: New Tricks for Amateur Performers

Chapter 1: Sweet Simplicity – Easy tricks that leave a lasting impression.

Chapter 2: Tarot Trickery – Focused on revelation rather than discovery, featuring techniques like the Hindu Shuffle, false cut, palm, and double lift.

Chapter 3: Cartomancy – Simple tricks utilizing faked decks.

Chapter 4: Slick Quick Tricks – Fast and impressive illusions.

Chapter 5: Conjuring Coin Magic – Master the art of coin manipulation.

Chapter 6: Elliot’s Enigmas – Explore unique and unusual tricks.

Chapter 7: Money Magic – Transform everyday currency into captivating magic.

Chapter 8: Telepathy – Engage your audience with mind-reading effects.

Chapter 9: Slate of Mind – Discover the wonders of slate magic.

Chapter 10: The Real Secret Out – An insightful essay on the performance of magic, focusing on misdirection, presentation, and routining.

Appendix A: Techniques including Hindu Shuffle, palming a card, and the French drop with finger palm and thumb crotch position.

Appendix B: A comprehensive list of magic stores.