About The Magic Primer

Real magic for absolute beginners, with no special talent required. Magic is method plus showmanship, and both can be learned with a little practice. We start you on easy self-working tricks and a single deck of cards, build up simple sleight of hand once your hands are ready, and teach the presentation that turns a clever method into a moment that genuinely feels like magic.

The Magic Primer is an independent resource focused on magic tricks for beginners — easy self-working tricks, card tricks, coin and money magic, basic sleight of hand, misdirection, and how to perform and practice your first routines. We publish practical, carefully researched guides for readers who want clear answers without the fluff — whether you are just getting started or looking to sharpen what you already know.

What we do

Every article is written and edited to be genuinely useful: accurate, easy to follow, and grounded in real-world experience. We cover topics across Getting Started, Card Tricks, Coin & Money Tricks, Self-Working Tricks, Sleight of Hand & Misdirection, Performance & Practice and update our guides as best practices evolve. We are not affiliated with any of the brands, products, or organizations we may reference; mentions are for the reader's benefit, not an endorsement.

Who writes The Magic Primer

The Magic Primer is written by Rowan Ashford. Rowan performs close-up magic for friends and small parties and writes beginner tutorials that respect both the audience and the secret.

How we stay free

The Magic Primer is supported by advertising. We display ads (including ads served by third parties such as Google AdSense) so that our content can remain free to read. Advertising never dictates our editorial recommendations. See our Privacy Policy for details on how ads and analytics work on this site.

Editorial standards & disclaimer

The Magic Primer is an independent resource and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any magic brand, shop, magician, or organization. Any products or methods mentioned are examples only. In the spirit of the magician's code, part of the craft is keeping the secret and respecting the art, so practice your tricks in private and perform them with care.

Our content is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Always use your own judgment and consult a qualified professional where appropriate.

Get in touch

Questions, corrections, or feedback are always welcome. Reach us at runbookify@gmail.com or visit our contact page.