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High Spots (15 Year Anniversary Edition) by Caleb Wiles

This video is a glowing review and promotion of Caleb Wiles's "High Spots," now re-released in a special hardback edition to celebrate Vanishing Inc.'s 15th anniversary. The creator emphasizes the book's historical importance, noting it was Vanishing Inc.'s first publication and a key factor in their success. "High Spots" is packed with 11 deceptive, mostly easy-to-do card routines perfect for both beginners and seasoned performers. Standout routines include "ReSwindled," a highly-regarded variation of Paul Harris's "Reset," and "Blackjack Be Quick," a deceptive Blackjack demonstration. Other notable routines include "26!", “Crystal Cut,” “Make a Wish,” “iDeck,” “Replicator,” and “Semi-Automatic Luck Test.” The book is praised for its practicality, audience-tested material, and Caleb Wiles's ability to create professional-level magic accessible to all skill levels. It's a small but dense book, offering a wealth of valuable routines for any magician's repertoire, and the creator strongly recommends adding it to your collection.

Key points

  • "High Spots" is a historically significant book for Vanishing Inc.

  • "ReSwindled" is considered one of the best variations of "Reset" by Paul Harris.

  • The book contains 11 deceptive, mostly easy-to-do routines.

  • It's suitable for both novice and experienced magicians.

  • The routines are practical and audience-tested.

  • The book is now available in a hardback edition for the first time.