This is Absolutely Real by Thom Bleasdale

Learn more than TWENTY-FIVE immensely powerful mentalism routines by underground mentalist Thom Bleasdale, designed and engineered to leave long-lasting impressions in the minds of your audiences. From the subtle to the spectacular, each effect in this book is expertly crafted to blur the lines between reality and the impossible.

Imagine performing an ESP match-up routine where your predictions are laid down first without the need for confusing one-aheads.
Imagine owning the blueprints for a make-at-home impression device so inexpensive it can be left with the participant after the performance and they’ll never find the secret.
Imagine having the power to induce a hallucination where your participant swears a wine glass is bending before their very eyes!
All of this, and so much more, awaits you inside.

Thom Bleasdale may not be a household name, but he is a revered figure in the inner circles of mentalism, where his innovative techniques and profound understanding of the craft have earned him the respect and admiration of the likes of Uri Geller, Jeff McBride and Steven Frayne (Dynamo), to name just a few. As a mastermind behind the scenes, Thom has influenced some of the most respected mentalists in the industry, and his life’s work can now be yours.

But this book is FAR MORE than just a collection of tricks; it serves as a manifesto for the art of mentalism itself. It is a masterclass in creating genuine connections and authentic experiences, embodying Thom’s philosophy that the true magic happens not in the magician’s hands, but in the hearts and minds of the audience.

Includes contributions from Banachek and Sean Waters, along with forewords by Jeff McBride and Kenton Knepper.

The release of TIAR is bittersweet for Thom; a health condition has now sadly brought his mentalism career to a close. This book stands as his lasting testament to the craft; it is Thom’s parting gift to the magic community that is sure to inspire and influence magicians and mentalists for generations to come.