Sleights of Life: Essays and anecdotes from a performing magician by Jim Sisti. Foreword by Paul Green.
Jim Sisti’s words have graced the pages of magic’s finest periodicals, including MAGIC, Genii, M-U-M, Vanish, and a few others that might fancy themselves important.
Sleights of Life is a delightful collection of Jim's finest writings—think of it as real talk about performing for actual audiences that pay actual money (shocking, I know!). You’ll also discover some eye-opening stories from Jim’s extensive journey through the world of magic.
Inside, you’ll find nuggets of wisdom on teaching magic and rekindling that spark in your performances (because let’s face it, we all have those days). Plus, there’s practical guidance on entertaining in a variety of settings—corporate shindigs, weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, restaurants, and even how to charm a crowd outdoors without losing your marbles. All wrapped up with Jim’s engaging tales from his lifelong affair with magic, Sleights of Life is not just a useful read; it’s downright entertaining.
If you’re a performing magician or just fancy yourself one, you’ll find this book a worthy companion on your journey.
"You cannot get more insight into the business of magic than you can with Jim Sisti. Jim is a worker. Listen to this man and your magic and your magic business will be better."
- Eugene Burger
"Do you want to know what being a working magician is all about? Talk to Jim Sisti. He has performed in so many different kinds of venues and made them all work. He knows what practical hard hitting magic is all about. The kind of magic that not only pleases an audience, but also gets him rebooked time and time again. Jim Sisti knows what he is talking about!"
- Todd Robbins
"Jim Sisti has a deep knowledge and expertise in a wide range of magic, from stage mentalism to restaurants, and is someone who is well worth listening to and learning from."
- Peter Samelson
96 pages. Softbound
