The café was thick with the aroma of coffee and butter, the kind of environment where inspiration strikes (and maybe a few bad decisions). Outside, the deserted streets sparkled under a blanket of stars, while a mysterious figure sat across from me, shrouded in shadows. As he wove his magic, I couldn’t help but start crafting Midnight Sessions.
Midnight Sessions is a treasure trove of 17 brilliant routines by The Unnamed Magician, all painstakingly gathered during covert meet-ups over countless cups of coffee (seriously, it’s a miracle he hasn’t turned into a caffeine bean). Inside, you’ll stumble upon card magic that’s bound to baffle both the uninitiated and seasoned sleight-of-hand aficionados. Discover tricks sprung from a fresh principle, revisit classics given a cheeky makeover, and learn a robust template for layering deception into your existing repertoire (because who doesn’t love a good plot twist?).
"The effects, methods, and his approach to methodological design are worth your attention. In other words, buy this book."
- Michael Weber (see full quote below)
"To say that the methods are diabolical would be an understatement. Part of me wishes I still didn't know the secrets behind the mysteries I experienced."
- Mike Powers (see full quote below)
Every routine is accompanied by alternative handlings, encouraging you to dabble in various methods (because variety is the spice of life, right?). The book’s narrative teases you into uncovering the secrets before they’re laid bare, transforming each page into a cheeky game of wits. And don’t miss the insightful Afterword by the legendary David Britland — a fitting cherry on top of this literary cake.
Midnight Sessions, brought to you by False Anchors, spans a hefty 300 pages and boasts over 100 striking photos. The Standard Edition features a classy cloth cover with some rather snazzy foil-stamped artwork. If you're a collector, the Special Edition showcases a sumptuous PU leather cover, a cloth spine, and a matching cloth-covered slipcase. With only 250 copies available, each Special Edition is numbered and comes with an exclusive bookplate (because who doesn’t love a bit of exclusivity?).
So, fancy joining us for a Midnight Session?
"Over the years, my interactions with The Unnamed Magician included email, video clips, manuscript drafts, brief notes, lengthy phone calls, and the occasional face-to-mysterious-face meetings via Zoom and FaceTime. Every one of our exchanges was interesting and full of well considered plots and methods. Each page of this book reflects the same level of intelligence, care, variety, and ruthlessness of its author. The effects, methods, and his approach to methodological design are worth your attention. In other words, buy this book. Recently, I've seen more than one 'named' magician receive unearned accolades for effects and methods they acquired from TUM, often without permission and too frequently misrepresenting the ideas as their own. This is your chance to learn what others have been trying to keep secret for themselves. He can stay Unnamed, but from now on he won't be uncredited."
- Michael Weber
"I've been eagerly awaiting Midnight Sessions for over a year. Why? A sneak peek at three unpublished routines left me completely fooled—a rare feat. Now, with the book in hand, I'm diving in. To say that the methods are diabolical would be an understatement. Part of me wishes I still didn't know the secrets behind the mysteries I experienced. But luckily, there are plenty more to discover. And, as a bonus, it's a fantastic read. Midnight Sessions gets my highest recommendation."
- Mike Powers
