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Dobson's Choice #1 - Stephen Tucker
For any performer, professional or amateur, this book is (as Ken Brooke would have said) Gold Dust. The 13 tricks are superbly created and honed to perfection by Wayne himself during countless performances; on stage. cabaret, his TV series, TV guest appearances, close-up, lectures and social events. Wayne's choice of Stephen Tucker to put his thoughts and actions onto paper was truly inspired because each and every one of the 13 items is written with great clarity. Thanks in part to the two-column layout and intriguing balance between black, white and grey printing. The remarkable thing to me Is the total elimination of sleights to achieve the effects, without any loss of effect or entertainment. Of the 13 Items there are 10 card tricks of Infinite variety, including one feature 'stand up' as used by Wayne over many years at top venues around the world. The three remaining items feature coins, 'objects' and borrowed ring. $ 26.00 |
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Dobson's Choice #2 - Stephen Tucker
Those of you who were wise enough to purchase Wayne's Dobson's Choice book will need no encouragement from me to add this sequel to your collection. Like the first offering, here Wayne reveals thirteen more priceless routines from his close-up and stand-up acts. It's brilliant and anyone can do it! Wayne's unique sense of humour is evident on every page. There are so many lines, gags and bits-of-business sprinkled about the book that even working pros, who normally never add anything to their acts, will be able to steal (having paid for the privilege... for a change) them and use them either with Wayne's excellent routines or simply injected straight into their own. One great thing about Wayne's material is that he has removed all the difficult sleights and complications that so often put you off even trying a routine out in the first place. Here you will discover gems that have been honed to perfection over hundreds (thousands?) of performances before the paying public. There are no pipe-dreams here... just sound, workable material. Several of the items... 'The Kid's a Magician', 'Banana-Drama' and 'The Crying Game' could easily be used by children's entertainers with little or no modification. Those of you who have Wayne's Dobson's Choice will have oooed and ahhhd at the quality of the layout, production and writing. Once again Wayne has utilised the layout talents of Candi Design and the writing talents of Stephen Tucker to produce yet another beautiful publication. $ 26.00 |
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Dobson's Choice #3 - Stephen Tucker
Wayne Dobson adds yet another masterpiece to his celebrated book series "Dobson's Choice". Much like the first two volumes, Wayne brings you thirteen of his best effects in volume three. His unique sense of humor, and clear instructions make reading through the effects and routines a breeze. You not only get the routines and effects themselves, but Wayne's perspective on everything from a specific move in an effect, to the proper use for an entire routine. Much of the material in this book can be injected right into a magicians act, with little or no modification. The effects themselves have been simplified to remove the difficult sleights and complications that intimidate some magicians. These routines have been honed to perfection over thousands of performances. This stuff is sound workable material. $ 26.00 |
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Don't Forget to Point - The Flicking Fingers
The Flicking Fingers group of German close-up magicians burst onto the magic scene in 1997 with their lecture at FISM and this hardbound 177-page book has been hailed as one of the best new magic books on the market. Thought-provoking and entertaining to read. $ 30.00 |
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Don't Look Now - Al Leech
The application of psychology to magic, misdirection, how best to fool people, how to make them like you, etc. $ 9.25 |
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Dorneys Comedy Blackouts - Werner Dornfield
Only book of its kind. Collection of comedy blackouts for magicians and others. A 'Blackout' is a quick bit of stage business, usually verbal, that ends in a snappy punch line on which (if possible) the lights go out. $11.00 |
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Dorny On Tricks - Werner Dornfield
Phoenix restored paper, Grabit, Jar of Neptune, Growth of real Flowers, Ball to Hank, etc. $11.00 |
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Dovetail Deceptions - Torino
$ 5.00 |
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Drawing Room Deceptions - Hollingworth
$ 35.00 |
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Drugs, Strangers, and Other Dangers - Ron Conley
After more than 1000 performances of the Magical Say No Show, Ron shares candidly how he gets the bookings, how much he is paid, where he works, who sponsors the show, and what messages he communicates during the performance. Reproductions of his advertising materials and giveaways, combined with his twenty-five years of show-business insights make this a must-have in every working performer's library. Learn from Ron's mistakes as well as his successes. Look at his publicity photos, advertising flyers, sales letters, and other promotional pieces. Most of all, discover innovative ways to teach kids how to stay safe, happy, and healthy. Anyone who has worked with Ron will attest that he gives freely of his information and ideas with a genuine interest in helping others. This book accurately portrays his generous personality and will make you feel that you've had a personal consultation with Ron Conley. $ 30.00 |
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Duffie's Card Compulsions - Peter Duffie
From the Introduction by Roy Walton: "I am delighted to write some words of introduction to this major work on card magic by Peter Duffie. I have known the author since he was at school and over the years have seen his conjuring abilities progress at an astonishing rate. While his ideas cover the whole spectrum of magic, he excels when addressing himself to cards and I suspect, like Hofzinser, they may be his first love in magic. His work cannot be praised too highly. Any true lover of card magic will be delighted with the contents of this book and its study. The book will be an invaluable insight to under-standing the construction of fine magic. Books on card magic come and go, but this one will come and stay." Hardbound, 269 pages. $ 40.00 |
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Dunninger's Brain Busters - Joseph Atmore
For most of the 20th century, the Amazing Dunninger defined the term mentalism for the American public. Much of the success of his pioneering radio and television performances was based on his use of original routines he called "Brain Busters." Each week audiences eagerly tuned in to see whether Dunninger would be stumped by one of these impossible challenges. Joseph Atmore has spent years collecting these Brain Busters and, with the help of some of modern mentalism's brightest minds, has analyzed them to understand the often bold and sometimes deceptively simple methods underlying these miracles. This collection wil be invaluable to all students of showmanship and mentalism. Hardbound, 128 pages. $ 35.00 |
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Duo-Tech The Book - Jon Jensen
EFFECT: The most impossible looking card trick you will ever perform! The spectator shuffles his own deck of cards and selects one (no force). He opens the prediction and it matches his card! The prediction has been on the table the entire time and never touched by the magician! Everything can be immediately examined! This book begins with the original version of Duotech as performed by Bob Strickland for over 30 years. This is the time tested performance that Bob used to fool some of the best magicians in both England and the United States. You will also learn how to construct your own Duotech II, along with many variations devised after the release of these products! $ 16.50 |
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Duplicity - Dave Campbell
$ 13.25 |
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Duscheck's Magic Series - Steve Duscheck
$ 24.00 each |
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Dusheck's Force Fields - Steve Duscheck
Steve Dusheck has created two spelling forces based on the one to six force used in Hot Rod and other effects. Night on the Town tells about a wealthy playboy who dates a beautiful woman each night of the week and gives her a different jewel every night. You spell to the of the week selected by the spectator and the color of the jewel matches your prediction. Using the Zodiac Force, you can spell to any sign of the zodiac using a Hot Rod or six of the other items. You'll receive 23 other ideas for these new spelling forces including things like, coins lollipops, clown noses, ESP symbols, silks, flowers, playing cards, keys, hair ribbons, and more for both close-up and stage presentations. These routines are easy to present and can be used on six of almost anything while the spectators think they're receiving a totally free choice. Included is a great looking 5.5" x 8.5" cartoon clown for a coloring prediction and an original Zodiac Prompter card from the old American Magic Company to keep in your wallet for use with the Zodiac Force. BONUS Material: Driscoll's Calendar Force This manuscript comes complete with a transcript/manuscript form the old "American Magic Company" of "Dusheck's Force Fields" containing two spelling forces based on the old 1 to 6 force used in "Hot Rod" and other effects. Also included from the old "American Magic Company" is an original "Zodiac Force Cue Card." This bonus manuscript will be one of only about 1000, so get yours while supplies last! $ 21.00 each |
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Dynamite Mentalism - George Anderson
One man routine, no props or gimmicks. All outs are covered. Builds to a smashing climax. $ 11.25 |
