{"product_id":"6978","title":"Paths to Enchantment by Malcolm Yaffe - Book","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product__description rte quick-add-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-696b24de-3248-832e-b924-4caf0c07453f-26\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-180\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"d70a27a4-e2fd-423f-84d7-817ba1c360a7\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"200\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"200\"\u003eTurn the tricks you already own into magic kids will never forget.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"349\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"224\"\u003ePaths to Enchantment\u003c\/em\u003e by Malcolm Yaffe isn’t just another book of routines—it’s a creative blueprint for becoming a better children’s entertainer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"623\"\u003eMost kids’ magicians chase new props. Yaffe shows you how to unlock powerful new magic from the props you already have. Instead of piling on more tricks, you’ll learn \u003cem data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"556\"\u003ehow great performances actually work\u003c\/em\u003e and how to build routines that feel fun, alive, and unforgettable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"968\"\u003eDrawing on over thirty years of professional experience, Yaffe breaks down eleven essential performance principles that transform ordinary tricks into magical moments. You’ll discover how to use animation, storytelling, chaos, mischief, emotional appeal, and audience participation to create shows that kids don’t just watch—they \u003cem data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"967\"\u003eexperience\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003eEach idea is clearly explained, then brought to life with real routines from Yaffe’s working repertoire, including fresh, imaginative takes on classics like Forgetful Freddie, The Multiplying Wands, Rope to Silk, Chair Suspension, Egg Bag, Linking Rings, Light and Heavy Glass, Crazy Compass, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003eYou’ll also uncover original creations and clever utility props you won’t find anywhere else, including Skeleton Hand in Wand, Marvin the Watch-Repairing Mouse, The Magic Card Shop, Fly on Lapel, The Skull from Bucket, and the Multiplying Wand Box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003eThis isn’t about memorizing scripts. It’s about learning how to \u003cem data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003ecreate\u003c\/em\u003e magic that connects. You’ll sharpen your comedy, improve pacing, boost audience involvement, and develop routines that grow stronger every time you perform them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003eClear, practical, and packed with real-world wisdom, \u003cem data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003ePaths to Enchantment\u003c\/em\u003e gives children’s magicians and family entertainers a step-by-step system to discover their own creative voice and take their shows to the next level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003e255 pages. Hardbound with dust jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2115\"\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2287\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eIf you want bigger laughs, stronger reactions, and routines that truly come alive, \u003cem data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003ePaths to Enchantment\u003c\/em\u003e belongs in your library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Magic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47535330066650,"sku":"p-6978","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/7176\/9223\/files\/PathsToEnchantment.jpg?v=1769397083","url":"https:\/\/wundergroundmagicshop.com\/products\/6978","provider":"Wunderground Magic ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}