Big Guy's Magic Store: New Products - Theory

Pop-Up Magic by Eric Leblon

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:14:17 +0000

Pop-Up Magic is the very first book by Eric Leblon, a French magician renowned for his stage charisma, infectious energy, and uncompromising artistic standards. Written in collaboration with Yvan Laplaud, this work distills over twenty years of experience, fieldwork, reflection, and passion..

Price: $80.00

Pop-Up Magic by Eric Leblon

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:14:17 +0000

Price: $80.00

The Balloon Busker's Ultimate Guide to Making Money by Jay Collen

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:06:27 +0000

The Balloon Busker's Ultimate Guide to Making Money, by Jay Collen, is about the business of busking. Busking asks strangers for their time, attention and money in a street setting. The secrets to success lie in how the customer is approached, as well as in providing quality entertainment.<..

Price: $25.00

The Balloon Busker's Ultimate Guide to Making Money by Jay Collen

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:06:27 +0000

Price: $25.00

Maestro by John Shryock

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:49:23 +0000

Step into the fascinating world of magic with John Shryock's new book, Maestro. This book is a treasure trove for both amateur and professional magicians, filled with techniques, routines, and secrets you won't find anywhere else. Whether you're looking to learn new tricks, refine your skills, or ..

Price: $60.00

Maestro by John Shryock

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:49:23 +0000

Price: $60.00

Second Thoughts - Memoirs of a Mindreader by Richard Osterlind

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 17:41:45 +0000

This is not a book about tricks, performing advice, or magical philosophy: it is a book of stories. Richard has spent over 50 years traveling the world performing mentalism...and a lot of strange things have happened to him! The most memorable - and entertaining - are recorded in these pages.
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Price: $35.00

Second Thoughts - Memoirs of a Mindreader by Richard Osterlind

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 17:41:45 +0000

Price: $35.00

The Practice Playbook by Eric Yuhasz

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 11:51:26 +0000

"This is the first magic book my girlfriend didn't fall asleep listening to."
- Some guy at Magic Live

"I fooled Houdini once. This book would have made it twice."
- Dai Vernon

"If I'd had this playbook, maybe people wouldn't keep calling Dai Ver..
Price: $50.00

The Practice Playbook by Eric Yuhasz

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 11:51:26 +0000

"This is the first magic book my girlfriend didn't fall asleep listening to."
- Some guy at Magic Live

"I fooled Houdini once. This book would have made it twice."
- Dai Vernon

"If I'd had this playbook, maybe people wouldn't keep calling Dai Ver..
Price: $50.00

Art of Magic by Ken Trombly

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 14:02:22 +0000
Step inside one of the world's most astonishing private collections of magic posters-now revealed for the first time. The Art of Magic chronicles one of the world's finest collections of magic posters. The oversized book is, itself, a work of art. It is a collection dedicated entirely to th..
Price: $150.00

Art of Magic by Ken Trombly

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 14:02:22 +0000
Step inside one of the world's most astonishing private collections of magic posters-now revealed for the first time. The Art of Magic chronicles one of the world's finest collections of magic posters. The oversized book is, itself, a work of art. It is a collection dedicated entirely to th..
Price: $150.00

Nowhere Else by Gérard Bakner

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 20:22:19 +0000

Gerard Bakner offers us in this book a brand-new principle that will allow you to perform impromptu mentalism effects while letting the spectator shuffle the deck themselves...

More than just a principle revealed from every angle, it is a true weapon that will enable you to create your own ..
Price: $45.00

Nowhere Else by Gérard Bakner

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 20:22:19 +0000

Gerard Bakner offers us in this book a brand-new principle that will allow you to perform impromptu mentalism effects while letting the spectator shuffle the deck themselves...

More than just a principle revealed from every angle, it is a true weapon that will enable you to create your own ..
Price: $45.00

tWO (2) eSSAYS aND tHREE [3&91; tRICKS. by Julio Montoro (Spanish)

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 16:15:05 +0000

We celebrate the launching of Ultrabello with this booklet written by the awarded inventor Julio Montoro.

In this booklet from Ultrabello, Montoro shares 2 essays about his thoughts in magic:

ESSAY #ONE: [The Creativity Dissociation Theory&91; An immersion into Montor..
Price: $39.95

tWO (2) eSSAYS aND tHREE [3&91; tRICKS. by Julio Montoro (Spanish)

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 16:15:05 +0000

We celebrate the launching of Ultrabello with this booklet written by the awarded inventor Julio Montoro.

In this booklet from Ultrabello, Montoro shares 2 essays about his thoughts in magic:

ESSAY #ONE: [The Creativity Dissociation Theory&91; An immersion into Montor..
Price: $39.95

tWO (2) eSSAYS aND tHREE [3&91; tRICKS. by Julio Montoro (English)

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 16:15:02 +0000

We celebrate the launching of Ultrabello with this booklet written by the awarded inventor Julio Montoro.

In this booklet from Ultrabello, Montoro shares 2 essays about his thoughts in magic:

ESSAY #ONE: [The Creativity Dissociation Theory&91; An immersion into Montor..
Price: $39.95

tWO (2) eSSAYS aND tHREE [3&91; tRICKS. by Julio Montoro (English)

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 16:15:02 +0000

We celebrate the launching of Ultrabello with this booklet written by the awarded inventor Julio Montoro.

In this booklet from Ultrabello, Montoro shares 2 essays about his thoughts in magic:

ESSAY #ONE: [The Creativity Dissociation Theory&91; An immersion into Montor..
Price: $39.95

The Architecture of Wonder by David Greene

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 16:14:48 +0000

"I know many will appreciate and value what is in this book!"
- Kenton Knepper

"David, you never cease to amaze me!"
- Cody S. Fisher

What if the most powerful sleight you've ever performed... was your voice?

Magicians spend years perfecting t..
Price: $45.00

The Architecture of Wonder by David Greene

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 16:14:48 +0000

"I know many will appreciate and value what is in this book!"
- Kenton Knepper

"David, you never cease to amaze me!"
- Cody S. Fisher

What if the most powerful sleight you've ever performed... was your voice?

Magicians spend years perfecting t..
Price: $45.00

Ionia: Magician Princess Secrets Unlocked by Charles Greene III

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 20:02:09 +0000

In 1910, Ionia, Goddess of Mystery, was the pre-eminent female magician of her time. At the age of twenty-two, she began touring around the European continent with a large illusion show. It was a no-expense-spared theatrical production with a cast of several people, exotic animals, custo..
Price: $95.00

Ionia: Magician Princess Secrets Unlocked by Charles Greene III

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 20:02:09 +0000

In 1910, Ionia, Goddess of Mystery, was the pre-eminent female magician of her time. At the age of twenty-two, she began touring around the European continent with a large illusion show. It was a no-expense-spared theatrical production with a cast of several people, exotic animals, custo..
Price: $95.00

Practicing the Art of Magic by Clemens Ilgner

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 19:32:13 +0000

Elevate your magic skills from practice to mastery with this practical guide by Clemens Ilgner. The book offers a unique approach to practicing sleights and routines, drawing on the author's background as a classically trained musician and incorporating sound psychological studies. If you'..
Price: $45.00

Practicing the Art of Magic by Clemens Ilgner

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 19:32:13 +0000

Elevate your magic skills from practice to mastery with this practical guide by Clemens Ilgner. The book offers a unique approach to practicing sleights and routines, drawing on the author's background as a classically trained musician and incorporating sound psychological studies. If you'..
Price: $45.00

The Secrets of Insane Magic by Elliot Bibby, Luke Osey, and Cameron Gibson

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 14:55:12 +0000

Introducing The Secrets of Insane Magic by Elliot Bibby, Luke Osey, and Cameron Gibson. We're a team of 3 best mates who came together to create a successful show, brand, and ultimately company; that now travels the UK and the rest of the world finding critical and commercial success.
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Price: $40.00

The Secrets of Insane Magic by Elliot Bibby, Luke Osey, and Cameron Gibson

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 14:55:12 +0000

Introducing The Secrets of Insane Magic by Elliot Bibby, Luke Osey, and Cameron Gibson. We're a team of 3 best mates who came together to create a successful show, brand, and ultimately company; that now travels the UK and the rest of the world finding critical and commercial success.
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Price: $40.00

Art of Revealing by Radek Hoffman

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 10:37:29 +0000

The Art of Revealing is not just another book about mentalism; this could be a true game-changer in our industry, offering you new tools to make your show astonishing and memorable. Most mentalism books teach you how to peek, force, or switch. But let's be honest: that's just the beginning..
Price: $60.00

Art of Revealing by Radek Hoffman

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 10:37:29 +0000

The Art of Revealing is not just another book about mentalism; this could be a true game-changer in our industry, offering you new tools to make your show astonishing and memorable. Most mentalism books teach you how to peek, force, or switch. But let's be honest: that's just the beginning..
Price: $60.00

My Lecture Notes by Julio Montoro

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 18:02:38 +0000

My Lecture Notes is the most crazy project EVER launched by Julio Montoro. As if you are having a lecture in your home, you will receive a gorgeous book with all the gimmicks to learn 18 impossible creations by Montoro that will blow your spectators' minds.

You will acquire all the..
Price: $80.00

My Lecture Notes by Julio Montoro

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 18:02:38 +0000

My Lecture Notes is the most crazy project EVER launched by Julio Montoro. As if you are having a lecture in your home, you will receive a gorgeous book with all the gimmicks to learn 18 impossible creations by Montoro that will blow your spectators' minds.

You will acquire all the..
Price: $80.00

The Greatest One-Man Psychic Effect of All-Time by Mark Strivings

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 10:35:56 +0000

There are a variety of reasons why certain effects attain the status of 'classic.'

In some cases, it is because of a revolutionary plot. One that hasn't happened before and sets the magic and mentalism world on fire.

In other cases, it's a concept. While this may or may not be in t..
Price: $150.00

The Greatest One-Man Psychic Effect of All-Time by Mark Strivings

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 10:35:56 +0000

There are a variety of reasons why certain effects attain the status of 'classic.'

In some cases, it is because of a revolutionary plot. One that hasn't happened before and sets the magic and mentalism world on fire.

In other cases, it's a concept. While this may or may not be in t..
Price: $150.00

EDC Erdnase

Thu, 29 May 2025 18:22:24 +0000

The pocket Erdnase bible is now more affordable than ever! Get the best-selling magic book of all time for cheaper than a cup of coffee!

Our newest version of the pocket S. W. Erdnase's The Expert at the Card Table is paperback, contains the full text, and features our classic line..
Price: $6.99

EDC Erdnase

Thu, 29 May 2025 18:22:24 +0000

The pocket Erdnase bible is now more affordable than ever! Get the best-selling magic book of all time for cheaper than a cup of coffee!

Our newest version of the pocket S. W. Erdnase's The Expert at the Card Table is paperback, contains the full text, and features our classic line..
Price: $6.99

Estimations by Gérard Bakner

Thu, 29 May 2025 18:22:14 +0000

Discover the latest from Gérard Bakner, Estimations. In this booklet, you'll learn how, based on asimple principle, it's possible to accurately determine the number of cards in a pack cut by thespectator, without ever touching it.

Here's the effect as presented:

The ..
Price: $40.00

Estimations by Gérard Bakner

Thu, 29 May 2025 18:22:14 +0000

Discover the latest from Gérard Bakner, Estimations. In this booklet, you'll learn how, based on asimple principle, it's possible to accurately determine the number of cards in a pack cut by thespectator, without ever touching it.

Here's the effect as presented:

The ..
Price: $40.00

Keys to Magic's Inner World by John Booth

Thu, 22 May 2025 11:03:40 +0000

This book is a window into the history of magic collecting in the United States. You will learn about the earliest collectors and collections as they evolved and morphed into the present industry.

No magician or collector's library is complete without this unique book, hobbyist or professi..
Price: $35.00

Keys to Magic's Inner World by John Booth

Thu, 22 May 2025 11:03:40 +0000

This book is a window into the history of magic collecting in the United States. You will learn about the earliest collectors and collections as they evolved and morphed into the present industry.

No magician or collector's library is complete without this unique book, hobbyist or professi..
Price: $35.00

A History of the Art of Conjuring by Kurt Volkmann

Fri, 16 May 2025 19:12:45 +0000

"Amazing! What an accomplishment for both Volkmann and Conjuring Arts!"
- David Copperfield

"I've never seen a magic-history book like this. It's more than an encyclopedia of magic and is filled with incredible ideas for anyone who wants to be inspired."
-..
Price: $399.00

A History of the Art of Conjuring by Kurt Volkmann

Fri, 16 May 2025 19:12:45 +0000

"Amazing! What an accomplishment for both Volkmann and Conjuring Arts!"
- David Copperfield

"I've never seen a magic-history book like this. It's more than an encyclopedia of magic and is filled with incredible ideas for anyone who wants to be inspired."
-..
Price: $399.00

Evolution by Chris Dugdale

Mon, 12 May 2025 14:52:47 +0000

A dynamic 230-page book, gimmicks worth $20 and a year of weekly coaching...

I genuinely believe that this is the finest book I have ever written. It serves as the "admirable older brother" to BECOMING BETTER. Not only does it contain profound practical principles that can b..
Price: $59.99

Evolution by Chris Dugdale

Mon, 12 May 2025 14:52:47 +0000

A dynamic 230-page book, gimmicks worth $20 and a year of weekly coaching...

I genuinely believe that this is the finest book I have ever written. It serves as the "admirable older brother" to BECOMING BETTER. Not only does it contain profound practical principles that can b..
Price: $59.99

The Cancer of Superstition by Harry Houdini and C.M. Eddy Jr.

Fri, 09 May 2025 19:52:43 +0000

99 years in the making - the wait is over!

The Cancer of Superstition is a book Houdini was writing at the time of his death with C. M. Eddy Jr. and HP Lovecraft. A week before Houdini died on Halloween of 1926, he was in communication with C.M. Eddy Jr. and was enthusiast..
Price: $35.00

The Cancer of Superstition by Harry Houdini and C.M. Eddy Jr.

Fri, 09 May 2025 19:52:43 +0000

99 years in the making - the wait is over!

The Cancer of Superstition is a book Houdini was writing at the time of his death with C. M. Eddy Jr. and HP Lovecraft. A week before Houdini died on Halloween of 1926, he was in communication with C.M. Eddy Jr. and was enthusiast..
Price: $35.00

The Magic of Karl Elder - Godfather of Micro-Magic by Collector's Workshop

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 18:13:30 +0000

The Magic of Karl Edler-Godfather of Micro-Magic.

Very few US magicians know of Karl Edler, but magicians throughout Europe and especially Austria and Germany know the name all too well. Karl Edler is considered the godfather of micro-magic. His contributions to the art of magic hav..
Price: $65.00

The Magic of Karl Elder - Godfather of Micro-Magic by Collector's Workshop

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 18:13:30 +0000

The Magic of Karl Edler-Godfather of Micro-Magic.

Very few US magicians know of Karl Edler, but magicians throughout Europe and especially Austria and Germany know the name all too well. Karl Edler is considered the godfather of micro-magic. His contributions to the art of magic hav..
Price: $65.00

A Visual History of Theatrical Levitation by David Haversat

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 14:43:05 +0000

This is the ultimate book on levitation!

Over 340 premium pages loaded with rare photographs, illustrations and schematics. Each copy of this coffee table size publication is a visual treat. This second edition, soft cover is limited to only 350, get your copy while they are still available..
Price: $100.00

A Visual History of Theatrical Levitation by David Haversat

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 14:43:05 +0000

This is the ultimate book on levitation!

Over 340 premium pages loaded with rare photographs, illustrations and schematics. Each copy of this coffee table size publication is a visual treat. This second edition, soft cover is limited to only 350, get your copy while they are still available..
Price: $100.00

Max Malini by Steve Cohen

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 22:07:18 +0000

Max Malini circled the globe eight times, enthralling kings and emperors, czars and presidents. After a private show at the White House, Theodore Roosevelt said, "A remarkable young man and a remarkable performance."

His techniques, tricks, boldness, and character have become the stuff of ..
Price: $125.00

Max Malini by Steve Cohen

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 22:07:18 +0000

Max Malini circled the globe eight times, enthralling kings and emperors, czars and presidents. After a private show at the White House, Theodore Roosevelt said, "A remarkable young man and a remarkable performance."

His techniques, tricks, boldness, and character have become the stuff of ..
Price: $125.00

The Magic of Hope by Robert E. Neale and Lawrence Hass

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 11:19:20 +0000

A Book to Inspire and Amaze You in Benighted Times!

Legendary magician and thinker Bob Neale brings you The Magic of Hope-a deeply personal collection of new magic routines-curated to uplift, entertain, and remind us of the power of kindness, laughter, and most import..
Price: $29.95

The Magic of Hope by Robert E. Neale and Lawrence Hass

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 11:19:20 +0000

A Book to Inspire and Amaze You in Benighted Times!

Legendary magician and thinker Bob Neale brings you The Magic of Hope-a deeply personal collection of new magic routines-curated to uplift, entertain, and remind us of the power of kindness, laughter, and most import..
Price: $29.95

Future With the Stars by Kreskin

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 00:24:58 +0000

The Amazing Kreskin is known as the World's Foremost Mentalist. Here, he has assembled a fascinating collection of future predictions from celebrated individuals.

Show business personalities such as Tom Hanks, Howard Stern, Roseanne, William Shatner, Magic Johnson, Wolfgang Puck, and many,..
Price: $20.00

Future With the Stars by Kreskin

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 00:24:58 +0000

The Amazing Kreskin is known as the World's Foremost Mentalist. Here, he has assembled a fascinating collection of future predictions from celebrated individuals.

Show business personalities such as Tom Hanks, Howard Stern, Roseanne, William Shatner, Magic Johnson, Wolfgang Puck, and many,..
Price: $20.00

The Adventures of the Amazing Kreskin

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 13:50:01 +0000

This is a fun book that is an easy read. It reads like a superhero origin story, memoire, and graphic novel, with some lighthearted adventures that Kreskin experienced throughout his career.

As described from the back cover: "With a showman's flair, a comedian's wit, and the capacities ..
Price: $20.00

The Adventures of the Amazing Kreskin

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 13:50:01 +0000

This is a fun book that is an easy read. It reads like a superhero origin story, memoire, and graphic novel, with some lighthearted adventures that Kreskin experienced throughout his career.

As described from the back cover: "With a showman's flair, a comedian's wit, and the capacities ..
Price: $20.00

Walter Gibson Wizard of Words by William V. Rauscher

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:31:39 +0000

Over the course of his 88 years, Walter B. Gibson wrote more than nine million words comprising a library of books on countless subjects ranging from magic, psychic phenomena, crime, scams, and historical figures including Houdini, Thurston, Dunninger, and Kreskin, for whom he served as ghost writ..
Price: $50.00

Walter Gibson Wizard of Words by William V. Rauscher

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:31:39 +0000

Over the course of his 88 years, Walter B. Gibson wrote more than nine million words comprising a library of books on countless subjects ranging from magic, psychic phenomena, crime, scams, and historical figures including Houdini, Thurston, Dunninger, and Kreskin, for whom he served as ghost writ..
Price: $50.00

The Herrmann Chronicles by James Hamilton

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 21:00:40 +0000

James Hamilton was the world's foremost authority on the Herrmann dynasty of magicians. For over fifty years, he researched, collected, and emulated his idols. James Hamilton adored all the Herrmanns - Alexander, Adelaide, Compars, Samuel, Léon, and Felix. Hamilton's spirited lectures and stories ..
Price: $85.00

The Herrmann Chronicles by James Hamilton

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 21:00:40 +0000

James Hamilton was the world's foremost authority on the Herrmann dynasty of magicians. For over fifty years, he researched, collected, and emulated his idols. James Hamilton adored all the Herrmanns - Alexander, Adelaide, Compars, Samuel, Léon, and Felix. Hamilton's spirited lectures and stories ..
Price: $85.00