A road-tested collection of card magic that packs a punch while being surprisingly easy to perform.
High Spots is a gem in the magic world. Not only did it catapult Caleb Wiles into the limelight, but it also holds the honour of being one of the first bestsellers from Vanishing Inc. — a company that has since become the go-to for top-notch magic literature.
This special edition of High Spots celebrates Vanishing Inc.'s 15th anniversary, and for the first time, it’s available in hardback! With a sleek new cover and a fancy anniversary logo, it’s like giving your bookshelf a birthday present.
Inside, you’ll discover some of Caleb’s finest work. This includes his take on "Reset" by Paul Harris, dubbed "ReSwindled"—and let’s be honest, it’s probably the best variation ever made. There’s also the "Semi-Automatic Luck Test," a self-working treat that magicians of all stripes rave about.
In total, you’ll get 11 clever routines that are straightforward enough for newbies, yet commercial enough for the pros (because we all know the audience doesn’t care how long you’ve been practising). This slim but dense book is devoid of fluff—just solid, audience-tested material you can get to work with right away.
Contents of High Spots by Caleb Wiles
Offbeat Aces: An easy, visual production of four Aces nestled between three Jokers.
ReSwindled:This straightforward, logical routine is one of Caleb's signature effects and stands tall as a top contender for the best variation of "Reset" by Paul Harris.
26!: Your volunteer shuffles one half of a deck into an order that perfectly matches the other half (no sneaky switches involved).
Word Perfect: A fooling stand-up piece that suits any crowd or setting—no pressure!
Make a Wish: This birthday-themed card trick is a prime example of Caleb's knack for crafting pro-level magic that even your grandma could pull off.
Blackjack Be Quick: Instantly locate a winning Blackjack hand from an audience-shuffled deck under test conditions. No stress, just success.
Crystal Cut: This versatile false cut and control will make you reconsider your loyalty to the Double Undercut.
Little Fella Grows Up: A genuine expert-level false-dealing demonstration that doesn’t require you to learn any actual false deals (thank goodness).
iDeck: A fooling card routine with a twist that’s sure to get some heads scratching.
Replicator: This jaw-dropping colour-changing deck routine is the ideal follow-up to "iDeck".
Semi-Automatic Luck Test: Your participant cuts and deals to the four Kings and Four Aces with this self-working powerhouse (seriously, it’s a breeze).
Here-a-Move, There-a-Move, Everywhere-a-Move Move: A finger-flinging, eye-popping routine featuring four ordinary Aces.
