Comic-book gossip columnist Rich Johnston lets us in on two upcoming books dealing with the practice of magic, both are written by prominent comic book writers. First up is Grant Morrison (author of the cult-hit “The Invisibles”).

“A few years ago, Morrison wrote an essay on magic for “The Book Of Lies.” Which seemed to have been ignored by the usual Morrison demographic. That won’t be the case soon, as Morrison is planning a full length book on the subject.”

Next is Alan Moore (“V For Vendetta”, “Watchmen”) who is planning a sequel of sorts to his amazing series about magic “Promethea”.

“Alan Moore and Jose Villarubia are collaborating on a graphic novel about magic, combining Jose’s considerable photographic and illustrative skills. It is being published by a French publisher, and the pair considers it a continuation of the themes espoused in “Promethea.” There is no information if there is yet an English language publisher.”

One wonders if history will look back on this time as one where artists (as opposed to “professional” magicians) made the greatest leaps in magickal theory and practice.

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