Make a "Forced" Spectator Selection Seem Random

An overview of existing methods for selecting a desired spectator seemingly at random. Plus, a new "Diverted Choice" concept.

The 20/60/90 Magic Show Rule

Rory explains the simple yet effective overlay template you'll want to apply to every magic set and show.

The Case for Using Stooges in Magic

In this special excerpt from "Magic for the Rest of Us," the arguments for and against using stooges and confederates in your magic.

One Ahead Gift Guide [2025]

Discover which tricks, books, games and more gifts our writers recommend. Our most-read edition every year.

Pre-Show Subtleties for Magicians

Learn tried-and-tested techniques and scripting decisions that take this deceptive method to new levels.

How's the Future for Professional Magicians

A follow-up to the predictions on the future of the magic marketplace given the premise of growing wealth inequality.

The "Tell All" Magic Method, Explained

This truly is often one of the most direct and simple ways to gather necessary information from an audience.

A "Lie Detector" Magic Trick Method

Why Odd Ball is such a brilliant and devious method, and how magicians might perform a close-up version of the effect.

Learn a "Hands-Off" Stage Magic Trick

Learn an almost self-working magic routine to perform on stage with a selection of audience members and one hero spectator

You're Doing SvenPads Wrong

Advice for magicians when using SvenPads as a method based on ten years working with famous magicians. You're going to want to read this.

The Path Peek Method, Explained

Know exactly what a spectator has drawn without any force or peek - this is a hands-off solution.

The Future of the Magic Marketplace

Why Craig Petty could be the only frequent magic creator left. Looking at the future of the magic marketplace through the lens of growing wealth inequality.

Debating the Mishear Convincer

This magic principle seems to be beloved by magicians who use it, but what are its benefits, how does it work, and when should you use it.

The Double Writing Method, Explained

Learn a prediction trick with a floppy disc and dive into exactly what makes its double writing method so effective. Too many magicians do this wrong.

We Found the Perfect Magic Trick Opener

A TV magic writer spent a year coming up with this solution to the perfect opening trick for magicians. Learn the method.

Learn Three Magic Tricks Using Dual Reality

Steven Frayne's "Miracles" TV Special

Learn a Christmas-Themed Card Trick

Piff The Magic Dragon on Queer Eye

One Ahead's Gift Guide [2024]

The Max Major's Controversy

Why "Got Talent" Loves Magicians

Methods TV Magicians Use to Switch Objects

The Transition From Magic to Mentalism

Be the Famous Magician in Your Community

Learn an easy magic trick "hand-off" method