{"product_id":"19275","title":"Unlock by Mark Elsdon - Book","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"video-wrapper\"\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"420\" width=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rFYjUtsXIMg?autoplay=1\u0026amp;controls=1\u0026amp;enablejsapi=1\u0026amp;loop=0\u0026amp;modestbranding=1\u0026amp;origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwholesale.penguinmagic.com\u0026amp;playlist=rFYjUtsXIMg\u0026amp;playsinline=1\u0026amp;rel=0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product__description rte quick-add-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"80\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"80\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eOpen the book. Unlock the mindset. Change the way you think about mentalism.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"369\" data-start=\"82\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"123\" data-start=\"82\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eUnlock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is not a trick book—it’s a deep look inside the working mind of \u003cstrong data-end=\"229\" data-start=\"188\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMark Elsdon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Part manifesto, part masterclass, this is a rare, candid exploration of how strong mentalism is actually built, performed, and remembered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"829\" data-start=\"371\"\u003eCollected here are \u003cstrong data-end=\"439\" data-start=\"390\"\u003eall of Mark’s thinking and secrets since 2010\u003c\/strong\u003e, spread across \u003cstrong data-end=\"470\" data-start=\"455\"\u003e55 chapters\u003c\/strong\u003e that cover far more than methods. You’ll learn how to develop a compelling persona, how to choose material that fits \u003cem data-end=\"593\" data-start=\"588\"\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e, how to handle unpredictable situations, and how to create moments that linger long after the performance ends. Whether you’re new to mentalism or years into professional work, this book is designed to reshape how you approach the art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"900\" data-start=\"831\"\u003eAlong the way, you’ll find powerful, field-tested effects, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"981\" data-start=\"904\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"919\" data-start=\"904\"\u003eQuiz Master\u003c\/strong\u003e — A clever mental effect using cards from \u003cem data-end=\"979\" data-start=\"962\"\u003eTrivial Pursuit\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1075\" data-start=\"984\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1000\" data-start=\"984\"\u003eMemorisation\u003c\/strong\u003e — One of Mark’s signature routines for astonishing memory demonstrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1156\" data-start=\"1078\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1098\" data-start=\"1078\"\u003eAntique Roadshow\u003c\/strong\u003e — Predict the value of any object with uncanny accuracy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1507\" data-start=\"1158\"\u003eFor the first time in print, Mark also releases \u003cstrong data-end=\"1224\" data-start=\"1206\"\u003eDecibel Vision\u003c\/strong\u003e—a hands-off miracle where a psychic friend reveals a thought-of card over the phone. The performer never selects a card, never dials the number, and never speaks to the psychic at any point. Completely isolated. Completely baffling. This single routine alone could justify the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1959\" data-start=\"1509\"\u003eUnlock is also a true collaboration. Mark invited \u003cstrong data-end=\"1615\" data-start=\"1559\"\u003e22 of the most creative minds in magic and mentalism\u003c\/strong\u003e to contribute ideas, concepts, and routines, including Michael Weber, Chris Carter, Lee Earle, Sean Taylor, Chuck Hickok, Ran Pink, Drew McAdam, Jasper Blakeley, Thom Bleasdale, Scott Grossberg, Luke Jermay, Ken Dyne, Stuart Nolan, Richard P. Slater, Atlas Brookings, Bill Abbott, Paul Brook, Roddy McGhie, Tom Bennett, Jeff McBride, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2143\" data-start=\"1961\"\u003eAnd there’s one more layer: hidden within the book is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2034\" data-start=\"2017\"\u003esecret puzzle\u003c\/strong\u003e. Solve it, and you could win a special prize. The challenge is real—and very much in the spirit of the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2222\" data-start=\"2145\"\u003eThis isn’t about learning \u003cem data-end=\"2177\" data-start=\"2171\"\u003ewhat\u003c\/em\u003e to do.\u003cbr data-end=\"2187\" data-start=\"2184\"\u003eIt’s about learning \u003cem data-end=\"2221\" data-start=\"2207\"\u003ehow to think\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2317\" data-start=\"2224\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2251\" data-start=\"2224\"\u003eUNLOCK — by Mark Elsdon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2254\" data-start=\"2251\"\u003e55 chapters.\u003cbr data-end=\"2269\" data-start=\"2266\"\u003e22 contributors.\u003cbr data-end=\"2288\" data-start=\"2285\"\u003e416 pages.\u003cbr data-end=\"2301\" data-start=\"2298\"\u003eOne door opened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2317\" data-start=\"2224\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Mark Elsdon is my secret weapon. Well, he was until I told you about him. He's the first, and usually only, person I turn to when I get stuck. Why? Because he constantly finds unique and practical solutions to creating astonishing magic. The man's brain is a goldmine of quality ideas and material.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eColin McLeod\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Mark Elsdon is equally adept at inventing, performing, creating, and theorizing about magic. He consults for television, lectures, and performs, all with equal proficiency. And, he's one of my favorite guys to watch.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eJoshua Jay\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Mark Elsdon is on a very short list of magic and mentalism's most creative innovators. 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