Alphabet Soup by Steve Wachner

This collection features innovative anagram routines inspired by Steve Wachner’s first book, Edison Notes. Many pieces have been updated with fresh insights and new material to enhance your performances. If you already possess Edison Notes, please note that this book contains much of the same content.

Why choose anagrams? They are versatile and can be performed anywhere. In Alphabet Soup, Steve focuses on executing progressive anagrams swiftly while maintaining the illusion of control. This book is packed with subtleties designed to elevate your current and future anagram performances, alongside clever full routines.

DGAF Card Pump – This original essay from Tesla Files reveals Steve’s technique for guessing a randomly thought-of playing card, along with his insights on real magic, failure, believability, and performing without props.

Academia – A fully scripted star sign routine that engages your audience without isolating their beliefs. This script includes a three-letter star sign anagram, and a renowned mentalist has claimed this routine alone justifies the price of Tesla Files.

A Misinterpreted Ruse – A conversation with Warren Thackeray led to an effective method for always appearing accurate when narrowing down to one of two star signs in an anagram. You’ll be eager to perform this with any star sign routine.

Anything in the World – Spectators create a list of options, change their minds, and you seamlessly reveal letters from the word they’re thinking of, culminating in the exact word. This clever routine employs dual reality by implanting a supposed intention from the participant into the audience’s mind, making it a standout from Edison Notes.

Modesto – This section explores micro-anagrams that enable you to determine instantly whether to reveal a thought without props or use a physical method. It includes a full performance involving a thought-of U.S. state, complete with an Out.

Modesto Alternatives – An extension of the original routine from Edison Notes, featuring a micro-anagram for European countries and an example using Major Arcana Tarot cards.

Layover – A principle applicable to Modesto or standard routines, this section is not anagram-related and has not appeared in Tesla Files or Edison Notes.

Tool C.A.S.E. – This concluding essay summarizes all individual anagram techniques discussed in the book, including some not previously highlighted. It covers how to maintain the appearance of knowledge, minimize errors, and effectively incorporate anagrams into your performances.

A Spanish version of the Academia Anagram is also included.

54 pages with over 13,000 words.