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Devin Knight V.I.P. 2493 Posts |
Well said, Vinnie. I'm hoping today, that at least someone will review the QUALITY of the publication. Not the contents. We spent a lot of time and effort to make this a super professional looking magic book. I hope some of you will make comments on this.
We cut no corners and paid for a FULL Color cover, we could have done a two color. The full color cost us an additional 500.00 but I felt it was worth it to ensure you guys got the nicest book we could release. Devin |
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Magicsquared Inner circle 1262 Posts |
Okay, I knew my opinion was going to go over like a lead balloon, but I offered it anyways. I didn't mean to get in the way of everyone's sycophancy.
That's not to say Devin didn't write the bible of cloudbusting. It's only to say that the fundamental principle behind cloudbusting (and other weather related effects) is transparent. And by the way, "transparent" does not mean "simple" for those of you who misinterpreted it. Transparent, in this context, means "obvious." Devin, I would love to see a sampling of the dozens (100s?) of articles written about your ability to control the weather. I can't find any online and a LexisNexis search came up empty as well. But I might have been searching on the wrong parameters. I mean, it's great to hear all these anecdotes but I'd love to see some of the actual press. Quote:
On 2007-07-30 08:26, Jeff Richards wrote: Jeff, I'm not a full-time, professional magician, but I work in entertainment and have a pretty solid understanding of what is powerful and what is entertaining. Not only that, but I have a third-grade education so I know how water-vapor acts as do most of my friends and family, unfortunately. And just a quick heads-up, if the most clever and stinging retort you can make to someone is to lob a quote from a movie at them I would say don't bother with the retort. It doesn't reflect so well on your creativity. |
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Devin Knight V.I.P. 2493 Posts |
Some of the press is on the cover of Incredible Feats of Jason Michaels.
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Jerome Finley V.I.P. SLC 3419 Posts |
Magicsquared,
I value your input, and am not upset at your comments. I offer the following; * THIS IS A THREAD FOR REVIEWS (please, let's keep it that way.) * Cloud busting in the past may or may not have been transparent . . . it really depends on who was performing it, and what school of thought they hailed from. Devin and I have taken this work to new levels, changed up the methods, incorporated a whole new world of work and subtletey, and the end result is far from transparent, in my experience. This is cloud busting like you have not seen before, I promise. * I have used cloud busting in my paid, professional work for many years. I place it in my top 5 or 6 most requested and most powerful demonstrations. The results, for me, speak for themselves. This is how I make my living. * Magicsquared, I'm not mad at ya I value your input as much as the next guy. I only ask that for the sake of this thread, that you read and review the book if joining in the reviews is something that interests you. I've worked hard on this book, and many professionals have already spoken for it and stand behind our work. Also, it is early and there are only a few reviews thus far, and they are great ones. * We can all get along here. Magicsquared offered his opinion. To be honest, I felt the same way about most of the available material concerning cloud busting. That's why I wrote this book. Please stop the attacks and harsh words, everybody. * Thanks again to everyone for your support. Keep the reviews coming!!! Peace, Jerome Finley.
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Magicsquared Inner circle 1262 Posts |
Jerome,
You're right, I didn't mean to make this thread about cloudbusting in general. I just bristle when I hear people say things like if you "don't get" a book then it's probably "too deep" for you to understand it. That always strikes me as a pathetic last ditch attempt to defend something. In all honesty I hope everyone gets something of value from the material and good luck with it. |
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BMWGuy Inner circle Texas 2560 Posts |
Devin,
This eager waiting is driving me crazy!!! heheheheh I'm kidding. I am hoping when I get home a copy of the book will be in my mailbox, of course that all depends if you shipped it out on Friday! Anyways, I guess I will wait and see. Best of luck to both Jerome and Devin. ALEX
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Devin Knight V.I.P. 2493 Posts |
Alex, it shipped Friday, I sent you a PM with the tracking number. Hope you get it today.
Devin |
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Blindside785 Inner circle Olympia, WA 4541 Posts |
When will/have Jerome's books go/gone out?
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Eric Gretencord Regular user Houston, TX 170 Posts |
I received my book today and after reading the first 35 pages, I could not keep reading. I had to try this out. I went outside and the first cloud I picked busted completely within a minute or two. Even knowing the method, I really felt the experience (an almost giddy feeling). I have no doubt that with no less than a mediocre of presentation will make others believe in what you claim you will do.
I hope that my short experience doesn't get lambasted but I felt I must say that this does work and is not a pipedream. There is a bit in the book to drawing a crowd that is so easy and fits the situation so perfect that will make you smile. I'm looking forward to reading the rest! The physical quality of the book itself is very nice and reminds me of the Karl Fulves self-working series of books. The typesetting is easy to read and is typical Devin Knight instruction which doesn't translate that well to a typical book format. A more detailed table of contents would be an improvement.
He who wonders discovers that this in itself is wonder.
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Jay Are Inner circle 4186 Posts |
To be clear...
I was speaking about the common practice of reviewing something you have never laid eyes on... Magicsquared that's what your review felt like... sorry... calling a spade a spade...
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Jerome Finley V.I.P. SLC 3419 Posts |
I've just now received my books. They look great and will begin shipping immediately. I wish they were going out today, but each one needs to be signed and they will ALL ship out tomorrow.
Best, J.
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Blindside785 Inner circle Olympia, WA 4541 Posts |
Agh ship mine today, I'll give you an extra 6 bucks lol..well as long as I get it I guess. Been checking on forums and blah for almost half a year waiting just for this book lol
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Vinnie Laraway Inner circle 1272 Posts |
YAY!!! Can't wait to get mine!!! =]
I'm looking forward to really going out and doing this!! -Vinnie |
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Blindside785 Inner circle Olympia, WA 4541 Posts |
Kicking myself I didn't order from Devin, I'm gonna be gone about the time the book gets to me lol. Would love to hear more stories and experiences from people bustin'
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Jerome Finley V.I.P. SLC 3419 Posts |
Blind,
I'm signing the books now. I'll pick up the difference (just for you!), and make sure your book arrives before you leave. Best, Jerome.
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Blindside785 Inner circle Olympia, WA 4541 Posts |
Thank you much!
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the levitator Special user Spellbound Productions 546 Posts |
After re-reading my post from another's perspective, I realize that my post came off overly caustic and aimed directly at Magicsquared, which it wasn't. I apologize for it appearing that way. I was ranting more in general than at anyone specific. In my head I think I was just bracing for a slew of negative reviews from people who hadn't even bothered to purchase the book and read it. I personally believe that any method is "transparent" if the effect is poorly performed or performed as a puzzle and not a magical effect, regardless of whether the method is simple or complex. I should have been more careful in my wording because I didn't mean it to sound so mean spirited. I'm usually more effective in communicating on forums. I don't think it helped that I had just come inside from busting a cloud for my neighbor, so I was still pumped up from that and got deflated from the negative comments. I'm not making excuses for my words, just trying to reassure Magicsquared that I'm not a jerk and that I meant no ill-will directly at Magicsquared. Sorry everyone.
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Jay Are Inner circle 4186 Posts |
Cloudbusting...
I have been jerome finely's friend for quite some time. I'm writing this review not as a friend, but as a fan. Jerome has a level of skill on this subject matter that most of us can only dream of ever attaining. There is little that jerome does not know about the subject of cloudbusting. Bring together the mind of devin knight, and you have a devestating combo. This book will no doubt dissapoint many. A note about that. If you were dissapointed by this masterwork you probably fit into one of three catagories... 1) you enjoy cool new toys and gimmicks. Take a lesson. The strongest gimmick you have in your arsenal is the spongy stuff between your ears and the hole in the center of your face, commonly reffered to s a mouth. Realize that you can work wonders far more impressive than any cuing device or impression pad is capable of using your mouth. Words are the most powerful force in the world. 2) you're dellusional and were some how expecting to be given the superhuman ability to control the weather. 3) you didn't get it. I mean REALLY get it. You read it. But you have no idea what the main point of the work you have before you really was. You may never get it. Some are ***ed to live in a world of ignorance until the end of time. All others... Realize that what you have been given here is strong enough to start religions. I know that phrase is overused, but here it is true. Jerome is a genious. He has carefully crafted an encyclopedic work on an incredible subject. No detail or nuance has been left out. Jerome and devin have given you the straight goods on cloudbusting. This is not just a pipe dream. The concept is not 'transparent' as some have suggested. Its real, its bold, it is devestating. I'm quite happy that this work was so limited. What makes me even happier is half of you bought it and have no idea what you have in front of you. A part of me hopes you never realize... I'd be more than happy to own the entire run of this book. All the copies just for me. Make no mistake jerome finely is the next big thing in this art. His thinking is on a separate level... The book itself is very well produced. Full color – very nice. Jerome and Devin have created the last work on this type of work. Heed my advice – pay attention to this piece for MORE than just the application of cloudbusting…
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Devin Knight V.I.P. 2493 Posts |
Jerome, great you are doing that for Blindside, he has been one of the biggest supporters of this project and has by far made the most posts concerning it.
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semo Loyal user San Jose, CA 300 Posts |
This sounds like a great read. I can hardly wait. This book release is almost as big as Harry Potter's, although he could only fly on a broom and whack bad guys with a wand bolt...not control the weather!
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