It’s here. 🎉
Today we’re proud to release Strolling for Dollars: How You Can Make a Living Doing Close-Up Magic by Jason Bird—a field guide for turning real-world performances into a sustainable, professional career.
What this book is
A clear, hard-won roadmap from a Las Vegas headliner & television magician who has booked thousands of gigs over 25 years. It’s equal parts art and business: what to perform, how to approach clients, how to price, negotiate, and deliver memorable nights—consistently.
VANISH Magazine (5/5 ★★★★★):
“Without a doubt this is the best and most comprehensive book I’ve read on making a living from strolling magic… a game-changer… encouraging, funny, and refreshingly honest… indispensable.”
Foreword by Jeff McBride.
Interviews with working pros: Joan DuKore, Shimshi, Brett Barry, Robb Weinstock, Collin Foster, David Penn, and more.
Who it’s for
Aspiring pros booking their first paid gigs
Working magicians leveling up fees, repeat business, and referral engines
Corporate/agency performers refining walk-around sets, flow, and client experience
Inside the book
The Offer: packages, pricing ladders, contracts that protect you and your client
Lead Flow: where the good gigs actually come from—and how to keep them coming
In-the-Room: set construction for strolling, pocket management, and “VIP triage”
The Client Experience: pre-event communication, on-site elegance, post-event follow-up
Sustainable Career: calendars, finances, reputation, and long-view strategy
Formats & ordering
Edition: Premium trade paperback (Feather & Ember design standards: warm stock, crisp type, clean layout)
Price: For a Limited Time Only $99
$129Ships worldwide. Handling up to 5 business days, then Media Mail in the U.S. typically 5–10 business days (sometimes longer by location); international timelines vary. You’ll receive tracking when it leaves our studio. Questions about an order? support@featherandember.com
- Or reach out to support@jasonbirdproductions.com
A note from the studio
We built this book to be kept: dog-eared, underlined, referenced before every pitch and after every show. It’s practical, candid, and respectful of the craft—and we’re excited to send it into the world.
Ready to level up your strolling career?
Grab your copy of Strolling for Dollars today. (If you gift it to a younger magician, we’d love to hear that story.)
Thank you for reading, sharing, and supporting an independent press.
— Feather & Ember 🕊️🔥
