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Pike Place Market is a historic and iconic landmark in Seattle, Washington. It is one of the oldest continuously operated public farmers markets in the United States, and it attracts both locals and tourists alike. One of the unique and fascinating aspects of Pike Place Market is its eclectic mix of shops, selling everything from fresh produce to antiques, crafts, and more. One standout shop within Pike Place Market is the Pike Place Magic Shop. This whimsical and enchanting store is a go-to destination for magic enthusiasts of all ages. The shop is a treasure trove of wonder and awe, offering a wide selection of magic tricks, books, instructional DVDs, and props.

Thanks, everyone, and I hope you’re having a fantastic weekend!

I ll be participating in an AMA Ask Me Anything on r progressionfantasy tomorrow, September 26th, as a part of the celebration for the launch of Edge of the Woods. I m incredibly excited to see what people think of this one and if you re excited, too, and don t want to wait you can get a look at the prologue here.

The shop is a treasure trove of wonder and awe, offering a wide selection of magic tricks, books, instructional DVDs, and props. Stepping into the Pike Place Magic Shop feels like entering a secret world of illusion and mystery. The shelves are lined with colorful boxes and packages, each holding the promise of unlocking the secrets of magic.

"Sufficiently Advanced Magic" review

This is a combined review of the first two novels in the Arcane Ascension series, Sufficiently Advanced Magic and On the Shoulders of Titans. I DNF’d the series at that point, after reading Goodreads reviews of the third novel, The Torch that Ignites the Stars.

That should give you a pretty good idea of my thoughts on these books.

After I read and loved Cradle so much, I decided to give another self-published progression fantasy that I’d seen praised on /r/fantasy a try…but honestly these series have almost nothing in common, and I struggle to understand the praise for SAM.

• Jin is pretty cool
• The actual plot and world, with the towers and Voices and etc is really interesting
• It’s a pretty good description of an asexual main character, though it loses almost all of the points it gains from this by having the most cringe introduction to / explanation of a nonbinary character later on in book 2

Bad things (there’s some spoilers here. Nothing SUPER major imo, but you may want to avoid if you’re still planning on reading these novels. But, you shouldn’t. They kind of suck.):

• The plot that I said is pretty cool almost never happens. Maybe 10% of the book is plot.
• The fight scenes are immeasurably boring, feel inanely low-stakes, and take up a huge percentage of the book
• The puzzle-solving scenes are even worse than the fight scenes
• The being-an-enchanter identity crisis makes literally no sense with the entire rest of the main character’s personality - he seems to have zero affinity for fighting, tons of affinity for tricking his way out of situations and inventing things, and yet doesn’t even have inner conflict about his attunement, only disappointment. It’s like the author wrote the character’s reactions to events prior to defining the character’s personality, and didn’t adjust the former when the two didn’t align.
• More of an issue in the second book, but the random side quests are zero-stakes and drag on forever
• Seriously, the monster fighting, which is somehow the entire point of the book, is just so utterly pointless.
• The school-as-a-plot-device-for-world-building really just does not work. Half the narrator’s classes feel like in-universe kindergarten, but he’s supposed to be in in-universe college or something. They try to explain part of this by saying that he’s catching up from missing three years of schooling, and there’s commoners who had no schooling, but like…it could be made to make so much more sene by sticking him in some sort of “remedial” class and giving him a great excuse to feel awkward about his father from this situation, and letting us get the worldbuilding that way. Instead we’re supposed to believe that all of these kids have no idea of the most basic tenets about advancement in the magical arts that they’ve spent their entire lives preparing for.
• Speaking of which, I just could not take the magic system seriously. Citrine? Carnelian? Maybe this is a me-problem, and if the rest of the book had been great I could have forgiven it, but these words are too elaborate for me to believe them. Linguistically, core concepts of a culture tend to be simple words because people say them all the damn time, and no one wants to say bullshit long words like this, so they’ll shorten them. Cradle’s Copper/Iron/Jade is believable, those words are short and easy for literally anyone to remember. I had to search in the ebook text to remember “Carnelian.”
• Also, I read 1300 pages of a progression fantasy series, and the dude like…doesn’t advance? What is this? Despite the fact that the lore of the universe is thrown in our face constantly, it seems completely irrelevant to any part of the plot that matters.

Anyway, if you want to read a progression fantasy, read Cradle. Cradle is AMAZING. If you’ve already read Cradle and you’re looking for more progression fantasy, currently I don’t have a recommendation. Cradle is something special.

That’s not to say that the entire story is sad — there are moments of spectacular beauty, as well as some great moments of action — but ultimately, this is much more of a journey focused on self-discovery and emotion than a tale of a hero defeating the demon king—

The store is run by knowledgeable and passionate staff who are always eager to share their expertise and help customers find the perfect trick or prop to suit their skill level. Whether you're a beginner looking to impress your friends with a simple card trick or an experienced performer seeking to add a new element to your repertoire, the Pike Place Magic Shop has something for everyone. They offer a range of tricks and props catering to different skill levels, ensuring that there is always something new and exciting to discover. Aside from selling magic supplies, the Pike Place Magic Shop also hosts regular magic shows and events. These performances showcase the skills and talents of local magicians, providing entertainment and inspiration to visitors. The shop also offers private lessons and workshops, allowing aspiring magicians to learn directly from experienced professionals. The Pike Place Magic Shop is not just a place to purchase magic tricks; it is a community hub for magic enthusiasts. The shop provides a space for like-minded individuals to gather, share their love for magic, and connect with others who share their passion. It is a place where the ordinary and mundane are transformed into the extraordinary and extraordinary, leaving visitors with a sense of wonder and amazement. In conclusion, the Pike Place Magic Shop is a must-visit destination within the vibrant and bustling Pike Place Market. Whether you're a seasoned magician or simply have a curiosity for the art of magic, this shop offers a magical experience like no other. So, next time you're in Seattle, be sure to step into the Pike Place Magic Shop and let your imagination run wild..

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