The Library

Long-form guides on the history, technique and business of magic. Hand-researched, hand-written, and updated regularly.

• The History of Magic Tricks: From Ancient Egypt to TikTok — A 4,500-year journey through the most enduring art form on Earth — the secrets, the magicians, and how stage magic became modern entertainment. (11 min read)
• 10 Best Magic Tricks for Beginners (You Can Learn Tonight) — A ranked list of the easiest, most-impactful magic tricks to learn first. Each takes under an hour to master and looks impossible to spectators. (8 min read)
• Who Invented Magic? Tracing the First Magicians in History — The story of Dedi of Egypt, the unnamed inventors of the Cups and Balls, and how performance magic spread from Egypt to Rome to China. (7 min read)
• How to Become a Magician: A Step-by-Step Guide for Total Beginners — From your first vanish to your first paid gig — a practical roadmap covering tricks to learn, books to read, and how to build a real performing career. (9 min read)
• The Magician's Guide to Buying Props on AliExpress (Without Getting Burned) — Which magic props on AliExpress are worth your money, which are scams, and how to spot the difference. A working magician's buying guide. (6 min read)
• Magic Tricks Explained vs. Revealed: Why Knowing the Method Doesn't Spoil the Magic — The surprising psychology research on why understanding how a trick works often makes it more impressive — not less. (5 min read)