Ebook - Magic for BLM by Nathan Colwell (Digital Download)

'Dive into 'Magic for BLM', a unique, pay-what-you-can digital collection curated by Nathan Colwell. This extraordinary ebook isn't just a compendium of magic; it's a powerful initiative designed to raise essential funds for critical social justice organizations: Black Lives Matter (BLM), the NAACP, and the National Lawyers Guild (NLG). Within its 282 meticulously crafted pages, you'll uncover a rich tapestry of theatrical magic routines, innovative moves, and insightful essays, contributed by 35 talented magicians hailing from five different countries. With 39 distinct entries, each handpicked by its author, this book offers an unparalleled journey into the art of illusion, accompanied by 110 vivid photos, illustrations, and helpful tables to guide your learning.

Unparalleled Variety for Every Performer

This isn't your average magic book. 'Magic for BLM' celebrates the vast spectrum of magical performance. You'll find captivating magic utilizing everyday objects like cards, coins, and even candy, alongside imaginative routines incorporating measuring tape. The scale and potential venues for these acts are just as broad, ranging from intimate close-up and engaging parlor magic to robust restaurant performances and cutting-edge digital presentations. Whether you're a seasoned professional looking to refresh your act or an aspiring enthusiast building your repertoire, this collection provides an incredibly diverse array of material, ensuring there's always something new and exciting to explore and master.

For Every Magician, Every Skill Level

Diversity extends to the difficulty and origin of the material. Inside, you'll discover completely self-working tricks that deliver maximum impact with minimal effort, alongside semi-automatic wonders and technically demanding routines designed to challenge and inspire. The magic utilizes a mix of standard magician's props, readily available normal objects, and even some unusual custom-made gaffs. Many routines, moves, and essays are previously unpublished or were specifically penned for this groundbreaking project, offering exclusive content you won't find anywhere else. Others are carefully selected excerpts from critically acclaimed books by renowned magicians, or reprinted gems from classic magazines, providing a blend of fresh ideas and timeless wisdom. From card tricks executable with a borrowed, shuffled deck to routines employing custom stacks or a memorized deck, the material delves into countless magic niches. If you practice magic or simply relish reading comprehensive magic books, you're guaranteed to find invaluable insights and delightful entertainment within these pages. Every pay-what-you-can download directly supports the vital work of BLM, the NAACP, and the NLG, turning your passion for magic into meaningful action for social justice.'

Original Specs

Magic for BLM: A Pay-What-You-Can Collection of Magic to Raise Funds for BLM, NAACP, and NLG

The What

This book is a collection of theatrical magic routines, moves, and essays. There are thirty-nine entries from thirty-five magicians across five countries. Each entry was chosen by its author and contributed to this collection. The book is 282 pages with 110 photos, illustrations, and tables.

In the book there’s magic with cards, coins, candy, and measuring tape. The scale and venue of the magic spans from close-up and parlor, to restaurant and digital performances. The difficulty is just as broad. There’s magic that’s completely self-working, semi-automatic tricks, and technically demanding routines. The magic uses normal objects, standard magician’s props, and unusual custom-made gaffs. Some of the routines/moves/essays are previously unpublished or were written specifically for this project, some are excerpts from their author’s critically acclaimed books, and others are reprinted gems from old magazines. There are card tricks that can be done with a borrowed shuffled deck, routines using custom stacks, and, also, magic with a memorized deck. The material in this book spans out into all kinds of niches in magic. If you do magic or enjoy reading magic books, it is certain there is something in here you will enjoy.