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MAKEUP

FIELD OF SCREAMS: How to Promote Halloween and Haunted Houses
By Michael M. Cruz
Tips on buying advertising, setting up your ticketing system, getting free press, and much more!
RB142 $34.00

HAUNTED ILLUSIONS #1
By Paul Osborne
Over 30 illusion building plans specifically selected for haunted attractions!
This book contains secrets of magic and may NOT be returned!
RA136 $69.00 non-returnable

GRANDE ILLUSIONS
By Tom Savini
A learn-by-example guide to the art and technique of special make-up effects. Written by Tom Savini who has worked on films such as Friday the 13th, Creep Show, etc. This is a MUST for all make-up artists.
RB40 $17.00
RECOMMENDED!

GRAND ILLUSIONS BOOK II
By Tom Savini
The sequel to the academy award winner's best selling book.
RB121 $17.00

HOW TO OPERATE A FINANCIALLY SUCCESSFUL HAUNTED HOUSE
By Philip Morris and Dennis Phillips
Includes ideas for room design, marketing, etc. Good resource for the beginner.
RB06 $14.75 non-returnable

STAGE MAKEUP
By Richard Corson
A book intended for both the actor and the makeup artist, professional and non-professional. Designed to be used as a text and a reference book.
RB84 $49.00 (softbound)

MONSTER MAKEUP BOOK
By Dick Smith
Originally published in magazine form in the early sixties, this collector's edition features sixteen step-by-step instructions on 'Halloween' makeup application for ages 6 to 60. Dick Smith is an Oscar award winner whose credits include The Exorcist, Altered States, Ghost Story and many more.
RB52 $12.75

THE MAKEUP BOOK
Includes simple step-by-step directions for becoming a werewolf, clown, vampire, ghoul, rock star, space alien, and many more great characters. Very basic makeup design.
RB15 $6.00

SCARE TACTICS
By John Russo
Complete insider's guide to the creative end of movie-making, from concept to saleable package.
RB124 $12.00

THE PROP BUILDERS'S MOLDING & CASTING HANDBOOK
By Thurston James
A comprehensive guide to the use of more than thirty molding and casting materials from Paper Mache to polyester resins. 236 pages.
RB115 $24.00

TECHNIQUES OF THREE-DIMENSIONAL MAKE UP BOOK
Gives a pictorial guide to the technology of prosthetics, a makeup technique that is used in theater, film and TV. Softbound.
RB58 $27.00

SPECIAL MAKE-UP EFFECTS
By Vincent Kehoe
This book concentrates on the genre of horror characters and other special creations (fantasy, sci-fi, etc.), giving tips about materials, techniques, and 'tricks of the trade' for Special Make-Up Effects.
RB117 $28.85

DR. LADY'S GUIDE TO MOVIE & TV MONSTER MASKS
By David Lady
This 128 page book is a must for the serious collector. It lists pictures and describes in detail more than 500 collectors masks. Written by David Lady who has dedicated his life to the study of latex masks.
RB119 $29.00

DR. LADY'S GUIDE TO MOVIE & TV MONSTER MASKS REVISED
By David Lady
The encyclopedia of Horrifying Headpieces!!! REVISED! UPDATED! 218 pages. Hundreds of fascinating little-known facts about the wonderful, weird world of Monster Masks and the talented people who created them! This is the revised version of Dr. Lady's first book #RB119 but almost twice the size.
RB180 $32.00

THE ALIEN LIFE OF WAYNE BARLOWE
By Wayne Barlowe
72 page full-color book of the strangest looking aliens ever seen. Brilliant detail of Wayne Barlow makes all of his creatures truly unique.
RB152 $30.00

Costumes A-Z

Clever Costume Creating for Halloween
by Suzanne Singleton
Filled with 200 cute and clever ideas for adult and childrens costumes. Many costumes can be made from common household items. Others are creative uses of store-bought props.
Costumes do NOT require sewing!
93 pages.
TNA001 $14.50

THE HISTORICAL ENCYCLOPEDIA OF COSTUMES
By Albert Racinet
Color drawings take you around the world with complete details of dress and costumes of the ancient world to the nineteenth century, from China to Europe, and even the North American Indians. There are over 2,000 illustrations in its 320 pages!
RB134 $45.00


MAGIC

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These books contain secrets of magic and may NOT be returned!

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MAGIC TRICKS AND ILLUSIONS

THE MAGIC HANDBOOK
By Peter Eldin
This book will bring out and encourage the young magician in everyone! Learn to fool your friends and family using inexpensive equipment and following step-by-step instructions.
RA94 $10.00 non-returnable

HOW TO FORCE A CARD
RA05 $5.00 non-returnable
MODERN COIN MAGIC
By J. B. Bobo
Over 400 tricks and 700 illustrations make up this great book on coin magic. All the famous coin men are represented with their tricks.
RA15 $48.56 non-returnable

50 TRICKS WITH A THUMB TIP
By Melbourne Christopher
How to do 50 tricks with the thumb tip.
RA61 $2.75 non-returnable

SLEIGHT OF TONGUE IN CHEEK
By Harry Allen
A great selection of jokes, one-liners, and anecdotes to liven up your magic performance. 24 pages.
RA82 $6.00 non-returnable

MOUTH COIL MAGIC
By Ray Goulet and Ben Robinson
16 pages of creative mouth coil magic.
RA78 $9.00 non-returnable

HANDBOOK OF CARD SLEIGHTS
By Al Leech
The best book for the beginner in card work. The sleights are explained in easy, clear terms. The 29 pages are well illustrated.
RA32 $7.25 non-returnable

COUNTS, CUTS, MOVES AND SUBTLETY
By Jerry Mentzer
Basic card magic, illustrated with 79 photos. A great reference book.
RA40 $8.00 non-returnable

75 TRICKS WITH A STRIPPER DECK
By Al Stevenson
If you're stuck for an idea with a stripper deck, this is THE book! Requires no skill.
RA43 $2.00 non-returnable

75 TRICKS WITH A SVENGALI DECK
By Al Stevenson
If you have a Svengali deck, then you need this book. 40 pages of solid, audience-tested material.
RA44 $2.50 non-returnable

BASIC SKILLS WITH CARDS
By Jerry Mentzer
A basic reference book on card handling skills. It contains no tricks, but is an ideal reference book. Profusely illustrated with photographs.
RA39 $7.50 non-returnable

HOW TO DO ROPE TRICKS
Compiled by Harold Denhard
The best handbook or rope work, with over 40 featured tricks and many illustrations.
RA01 $14.00 non-returnable

BUILD YOUR OWN ILLUSIONS
By Jim Sommers
This 88 page book with illustrations will help you build your own illusions.
RA23 $29.85 non-returnable

MODERN ILLUSIONS
By Tom Palmer
Practical illusions that you can build and carry in your car.
RA02 $12.25 non-returnable

THE MAGICAL POP UP TIE
By Doc Murdock and Brent Warren
This booklet gives you all the information and instructions need to perform the Pop Up Tie routine. A great laugh getter.
RA87 $7.50 non-returnable

IRELAND'S LINKING RING ROUTINE
By Laurie L. Ireland
One of magic's truly great Linking Ring routines. It runs 4 minutes, and is audience-tested with great success. Illustrated with 63 drawings.
RA17 $8.75 non-returnable

BLACK ART
By L. L. Ireland
Three acts where things appear and disappear in full view of the audience.
RA08 $8.00 non-returnable

NEWSPAPER MAGIC
By Gene Anderson
Dozens of tricks with this inexpensive prop.
RA03 $19.85 non-returnable

KID STUFF VOL. I
96 pages of superb, practical working kid show routines. Includes Magic & Safety Shows, Clown Alley.
RA25 $8.75 non-returnable

KID STUFF VOL. II
Contains three completely routined shows: Mickey Mouse Magic Shop, Railroad Trip, and the Magic Laundry.
RA26 $8.75 non-returnable

KID STUFF VOL. III
15 tested TV skits, Children's Magic Shows, Close up Clown gags.
RA27 $8.75 non-returnable

KID STUFF VOL. IV
33 new tricks to add to your repertoire.
RA28 $8.75 non-returnable

KID STUFF VOL. V
Entirely for working school shows. A bound book of 550 pages, compiled from experts in the field. A superb source of information for all magicians.
RA29 $9.50non-returnable

KIDBIZ (Hardbound Edition)
By David Ginn
50 chapters on working in front of kids.
RB61 $36.00

MILK PITCHER MAGIC BOOK
By Hen Fetsch
Fantastic routines, tips and gag suggestions for the 'Vanishing Milk Pitcher.' 36 pages.
RA74 $1.75 non-returnable

THE BUNNY BOOK FOR MAGICIANS
Compiled by Frances Marshall
125 pages including many illustrations on working with bunnies.
RA64 $14.50 non-returnable

50 TV MAGIC TRICKS
By Marshall Brodien
A good book for someone just starting in magic. Many helpful tips.
RB35 $7.25 non-returnable

TRICKS WITH A FOLDING COIN
By Magic, Inc.
Over 30 tricks with a folding coin.
RA30 $6.50 non-returnable

CHRISTMAS MAGIC
By Dave Hagan
Entirely devoted to tricks and routines for Christmas. Nothing difficult.
RA89 $14.00non-returnable

MAKING MAGIC PAY
By Ben Tallman
this 40 page book will pay for itself with the first show you book with these techniques.
RA90 $7.75 non-returnable

APPLAUSE & HOW TO GET IT
By Henning Nelms
Real skill in controlling applause will make your audience appreciate you more and help you to build a reputation. Learn the techniques from this unique book!
RA88 $8.25 non-returnable

TRICKS WITH A HOT ROD AND OTHER COLOR-CHANGE RODS
By Scott K. Anderson
40 different tricks and routines to consider as you master the HOT ROD or any of the color-changing devices. Complete with instructions and illustrations.
RA71 $3.75 non-returnable

MAGIC WITH FINGER RINGS
By Jerry Mentzer
This fully illustrated hardback book has every trick you could imagine with finger rings completely explained.
RA59 $22.75 non-returnable

THE MENDOZA CUPS AND BALLS ROUTINE
By John F. Mendoza
An excellent routine for the amateur or the professional. Keeps slights to a minimum and leaves your audience guessing. 16 printed pages and 27 photographs.
RA47 $4.50 non-returnable

THE NEW MODERN COIN MAGIC Revised and Greatly Enlarged Edition
By J. B. Bobo
Over 400 tricks and 700 illustrations make up this great book on coin magic.
RA16 $44.50 non-returnable

MAGIC WITH CREDIT CARDS
By Jerry Mentzer
A book full of tricks and routines with credit cards including destroying and restring a borrowed credit card. 80 pages and over 50 illustrations.
RA98 $24.00 non-returnable

THE 'HOW TO' BOOK ON THE ZOMBIE
By Merlyn T. Shute
Complete coverage of the Zombie. A must on every shelf of magic references.
RA54 $6.00 non-returnable

OUT OF YOUR POCKET
By Merlyn T. Shutee
One of the most informative books on table-hopping magic. Great for those who work in restaurants, nite clubs or even private parties.
RA55 $6.00 non-returnable

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