Do it Yourself Magic!
Now you've read it all and seen it all, you want to do some magic (or magical writing) for yourself!
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Magic can be within your grasp if you take a look at some of these print and web resources. For those who wish to learn magic tricks to impress their friends and neighbors to those who want to make like Tolkien and weave through words, a magical world of their own, there's something for everyone in the library and online.The Magician's Hidden Library A magician scholar and enthusiast, amateur magicians can learn more about the different magic tricks and magic words that professional magicians use. Articles as well as books available from this well-designed and easy-to-use website.
Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America If you have a wonderful idea for a magical world but have an immense case of writer's block, checking out this website and communicating with other like-minded writers might help you fix that spell that's giving you trouble or that finicky plot line or character twist.
The Encyclopedia of Magic and Alchemy This is one handbook you don't want to be without! Check it out from our library catalog when you're stuck for ideas or want to see what others have experimented with before. Also useful for impressing peers with your knowledge of magical trivia!
Spirits, Fairies, Leprechauns and Goblins - An Encyclopedia Populate your mythical world with some of these creatures to make it even more vivid.