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           THE REAL DEAL - Survival Guide For Magicians 

          by Paul Romhany

          This book has been in the making for over 25 YEARS!  450 pages and 53 contributors from all over the world.

          "Anyone who want's  to be a pro worker and learn  from one of  the best, this is the bible and you won't get better.Paul has covered everything in detail from A to Z. This is one of the finest books of its kind.Wish this was out when I started as a performer. Highly recommended a must in everyone's library get it before they run out." Neal Scryer

          "A book EVERY SINGLE magician should own, this contains the REAL secrets to making a living as a magician
          "  Andrew Gerard

          "A practical, comprehensive book on how to be prepared and deal with all the mishaps and disasters that all entertainers experience. A book I couldn't put down." Richard Webster

          For the past 25 years Paul Romhany has been traveling the world working every gig you can imagine. From a headline act on cruise ships, television to trade-shows and close-up in restaurants. This book contains the REAL SECRETS to making a living from performing magic. It is FILLED with hints, tips and stories on every subject you can imagine.  It also contains anecdotes from some of his travels that have happened to him during his amazing and illustrious career. During the very early part of his career Paul was fortunate enough to tour with  some legends of magic who shared advice that has remained with Paul since. From these experiences to his present day travels where in the first three months of 2012 he flew over 200 hours to perform around the world, Paul reveals the REAL DEAL when it comes to making a living as a magician.

          This is a book that contains information that is worth more than ANY book you'll buy on tricks. An essential book for every entertainer. If you study this book you'll be prepared for any eventuality.

          This book also contains stories and advice from other professionals including:-

          Diamond Jim Tyler
          David Seebach,
          Jon Allen
          Matthew Fallon
          Adrian Saw
          Bev Bergeron
          Vince Haines
          Shawn Farquhar
          Peter Mennie
          Dennis Michael
          Don Campbell
          Ray Lum
          Lon Mandrake
          Jon Kaplan
          Eugene Lim
          Jack Poulter
          Bill Bishop
          Mike Super
          Glen Foster
          Randy Charach
          Paul Long
          Geoff Williams
          Chris Cox
          Steve Warburton
          Jamie Bentley
          DR. P MAGIC
          Ben Robinson
          Christopher Berry
          Jim Kleefield
          Cris Johnson
          David J Greene
          TC Tahoe
          John Fitzsimmons
          Kyle Peron
          Tim Scarbrough
          Joe Leo
          Richard Webster
          Alan Watson
          Michael James
          Samuel Lamerson
          Peter Mennie
          Michael Grandinetti
          Wayne Rogers
          James M. Ridner
          Peter Loughran
          Nickey Fynn
          Danny Archer
          Carl Andrews
          Eric Buss
          Nick Lewin
          Keith Fields
          George F. Ledo

          Contents
          Foreword by Ben Robinson

          A Few Stories From The Road And Sea
          On the road at twenty!-
          Ricki Dunnʼs Advice!
          Be Prepared!
          Contact Lenses!
          the trusty thumb tip!
          passports and visa!
          The Commando Act!
          Short Contracts!
          The China Gig!
          The Amway Crowd!
          A Funny Story!
          An Act or a Show - Whats the Difference?!
          Television Stories!
          Great Advice!
          Microphone stories
          Clean Shoes
          Donʼt take anything for granted

          TRAVEL TIPS
          PACKING FOR THE CRUISE GIG
          General Travel Tips
          Top Apps for Travel
          Two MUST HAVE APPS
          Using Your Mobile Device Overseas
          My Perfect Performing Case
          General performing tips for beginners

          FLYING TIPS

          Tips for Avoiding Jet lag
          Advance Seat Assignment
          Advance Attention to Safety
          Advice for Traveling Alone
          Air Quality
          Air Sickness
          Airplane Temperature
          Aisle Seat or Not?
          Allow for Delays Between Flights
          A Use for Bookmarks
          Collect air-points
          Avoid Headaches and Ear Blockages
          Avoid Liquid Shampoo and Laundry Detergent
          Avoid Stiff Muscles
          Backpack Essentials
          Baggage Care and Attention
          Bring Your Own Headphones
          Budget Water Sense
          Butter Too Cold?
          Chamomile for Jitters
          Chapped Lips?
          Check In for your Flight Online
          Choosing the Right Luggage
          Cut out the Middleman and Contact the Airline Top Brass
          Deep Vein Thrombosis on Long Haul Flights
          Do not Delay! If you Lose Your Ticket, Report it Immediately
          Dress Presentably for Upgrades
          Essentials for Carry On
          Evian Spray
          Fear of Flying?
          Food on the Plane
          Free Luggage Labels to the Rescue
          Getting the Meal You Want
          Ginger for Motion Sickness
          Help your Bags Arrive with You
          How to Get Some Sleep on Your Flight
          Identify Your Bags as Fragile
          Jet Lag Rule: One Hour Equals One Day
          Keep Track of Your Luggage with a Wireless Luggage Finder
          Miscellaneous Tips for Air Travel
          Moderation is the Key
          Noise-Canceling Headphones
          Prevent Lost Luggage
          Protect Your Film
          Protect Your Purse or bag
          Remove Your Shoes
          Safety of Airline Water
          Several Packing Tips to Make Your Flights Easier
          Tips for Contact Lens Wearers
          Travel Mistakes to Avoid

          HELPFUL TIPS FOR THE MAGICIAN
          How To Become A Better Performer!
          Making More Money From Magic
          Never Stop Learning
          When You're Using a Microphone
          Do a sound check
          Know how the microphone works
          The lavaliere mike:
          Clip Rig Set-Up
          The lectern mike: position yourself properly
          Stand with good posture
          Don't crowd the mike
          A Guide To Buying A P.A. System
          Portable Sound System for Performers
          When You're Performing, Your Voice Can Be Your Most Important Tool
          You Can Control Your Fear Of Performing in Public
          Keep Your Audience's Attention
          Stage Etiquette
          Theatre Terms you should know
          LIGHTING TERMS
          Check Out The Room Before You Perform
          Maintain You Health while on the Road
          How To Exercise While Traveling In A Vehicle
          Tips for touring your own show
          More Touring Tips
          The Checklist
          Facing the Hostile Audience

          PROMOTIONAL TIPS
          Tips for better business cards
          Tips on Self-Promotion
          How to use your website to get work
          Social media tips for performers
          Tips For Radio Interview

          TIPS AND STORIES FROM FRIENDS
          OVER FIFTY contributions from professionals all over the world.

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