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mindhunter

Inner circle
Upstate NY
1664 Posts

Posted: Sep 15, 2008 10:18am

Thank you for the kind words!

Bryn

Ok, freebie time. The response to this book has been great, and in no doubt in part to the Café.

The first person to PM me that has my book TSP (will make no sense otherwise) and wants this will get a $4 value! Who hoo! LOL! I have an extra "$4 index" (the actual one I used for the photos in the book), and I'd love to pass it on to someone that can use it.

The next two Café members that PM me the answer to this will get a free copy of the eBook emailed to them:

The famous mentalist who's real last name was Squires died on this particular date.....

Thanks for playing...

Bryn

Posted: Sep 24, 2008 9:51am
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Freebies all given out...thanks!

Bryn

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Price is $45.
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Or PayPal me at: cavscout19@hotmail.com
Contact me for LOGAR & SAFWAN PAPERS Combo Deal

mesmer

Inner circle

1224 Posts

Posted: Sep 24, 2008 1:01pm

Bryn, I was hoping the Freebie is that Machine Gun in your avatar.....oh well

anyway, I wish the "Seven" could be apply in to my Indonesian Language, but I sadly says, it can not, since the word "off ah" and "off of" does not have any Dual meaning in my language

since this 2008 is almost over, overall, TSP is one of my best buy of the Year...

.....

mindhunter

Inner circle
Upstate NY
1664 Posts

Posted: Sep 24, 2008 1:22pm

Mesmer - Uncle Sam may get mad at me if I gave that one away!

Thanks for your comments on TSP!..Just try SEVEN without the linguistic touch...it will still work due to the other principles involved.

Bryn

lostpoet

Special user

613 Posts

Posted: Oct 23, 2008 9:20pm

Let me first say I really enjoy Bryn’s writing style. He connects with the reader and does a great job explaining his work. While I was reading “Seven”, it felt like I was on a mission. Bryn takes you step by step covering all aspects of this piece. One of the most thorough explanations for an effect I have read.

Also his concept of the imaginary deck sequence opened a door for me, very good thinking. “Seven” takes some work but goes over well. I’ll continue using it.

“Your Lucky Nite” is another nice effect. It’s similar to one of Cassidy’s bank nights. I was going to try this out last week but did not. I’m reworking the presentation I want to use. I’m actually going to combine it with Cassidy’s. Now please understand “Your Luck Nite “is fine as is and no changes are needed, just my personal preference and performing style.

The $4 index is something else I like a lot, so simple and logical. I plan on using this for a long time. I’ve wanted an index for a while but never decided on one. This suits me just fine, thanks Bryn.

BOHT is an interesting effect. I love methods like this (they come from performing). Some are bolder than others but this one is not hard at all. I also loved the story behind this creation. Bryn could write a book… and should!

The other two effects Bottle Cap Koran and Himberstring are just not the kind of effects I do. However, they are well-explained methods and presentations and offer food for thought. In fact Bottle Cap Koran is a lesson in itself. Any beginning mentalist should read this effect.

I like TSP and look forward to reading more of Bryn’s work. He comes off as a really good person and I like his way of thinking.

--Lostpoet--

Briz

New user

17 Posts

Posted: Oct 27, 2008 12:13pm

I received my copy of TSP just a few days ago. I ordered it about six weeks earlier, Bryn having to resend it as the original didn't manage to make it through the letterbox here in the U.K.
My reasons for ordering were I liked the sound of four of the routines written, I've used Osterlind's variation of Bank Nite with the lottery ticket ending as an opener and it's always gone over well. Bryn's variation is very well thought out and has a few more layers to it than a standard Bank Nite effect. It's been well thought out and has a great element of drama to it.
'Seven' I like. No need to write what the effect is as I'm posting on the 7th page of this thread! The elimination of cards is similar to what Wayne Dobson uses in his Invisible Deck routine, seemingly very fair and logical for the spec. I'm not the most magically well read person so I don't know how many effects are out there which necessitate a deck to be in n** d*** o**** for the result. The only other I've seen is on the Carl Cloutier 'Bill in Kiwi' DVD, where this is used for a different type of effect with a different end result. Bryn's therefore in good company with how he thinks his effects through.
Bottle Cap Koran - not tried it, going to read it through a few times more and then practice, practice practice to give it justice.
BOHT - Nicely explained 'Which Hand?' effect. In depth discussion on the psychology behind it.

Bryn's done a good job with this, a really good job. What I liked is that fact that Bryn's thought through and reworked effects and managed to write it all in a clear, concise manner.

I was a little nervous when my copy didn't arrive after a few weeks. Bryn reassured me by letting me know exactly when he'd resend to me. So all in all a very worthwhile buy backed up by good customer service. Recommended.

Mark

Roger Kelly

Inner circle
Kent, England
3313 Posts

Posted: Oct 27, 2008 1:01pm

A lovely book! I just wish I'd ordered the hard copy now!

Wenger MUST go!

mindhunter

Inner circle
Upstate NY
1664 Posts

Posted: Oct 27, 2008 4:40pm

Thank you very much for the great comments/reviews, guys!

I certainly appreciate it.

Bryn

beverage

New user

57 Posts

Posted: Oct 28, 2008 2:15am

Its a very good book . Just as well though, anyone feel brave enough to give a bad review.

mormonyoyoman

Inner circle
I dug 5,000 postholes, but I have only
2317 Posts

Posted: Oct 28, 2008 10:42am

It's already happened -- but you have to go through seven pages of positive reviews to find it.

*jeep!
--Grandpa

This font is so tiny that no one can read these things.

mindhunter

Inner circle
Upstate NY
1664 Posts

Posted: Oct 29, 2008 6:13am

Quote:

On 2008-10-28 10:42, mormonyoyoman wrote:
It's already happened -- but you have to go through seven pages of positive reviews to find it.

*jeep!
--Grandpa

Almost spit out my coffee!
Thanks for that, Chet!

Bryn

Posted: Nov 1, 2008 8:52pm
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I am humbled, again.

Jheff has seen fit to feature me and some of my effects his most recent issue of "Journal of the Mind." This is a subscription-based newsletter in which some creators highlight some current and upcoming items, and also tip some effects. Jheff's writing are worth the price of admission by themselves, but usualy a few effects from recently released tomes are tipped as well. I put my Double-Down effect, from Richard Osterlind's No Camera Tricks DVDs, as well as the full script and routine for BOHT, from The Safwan Papers, in this issue. There are some other ramblings and effects from me as well.

The "blurb:"
"The new issue of Jheff's Journal of the Mind spotlights
BRYN REYNOLDS, a highly regarded part-time pro who's
produced some very fine material."

The link to subscribe:
http://www.marketplaceofthemind.com:80/jmmc.html

Jheff has kindly given me the copyright to this particular issue. Any orders for my effect that I receive from the Café will get a free copy. This is a great way to get a taste of the nice product he is putting out. It is well worth it!

Thanks, Jheff!
Bryn

DT3

Inner circle
Hill Valley
1856 Posts

Posted: Nov 1, 2008 9:07pm

So ironic! I dove back into this today with three coca-cola bottle caps.

I can say from a recent re-read...just great. Very great.

D

Mind Blasters USA

mindhunter

Inner circle
Upstate NY
1664 Posts

Posted: Nov 4, 2008 9:05am

Spooky, Don...and so close to Halloween.....
(Hears the Twilight ZOne theme in the background.)

Thanks!
Bryn

mormonyoyoman

Inner circle
I dug 5,000 postholes, but I have only
2317 Posts

Posted: Nov 4, 2008 10:36am

Quote:

On 2008-10-29 06:13, mindhunter wrote:

Almost spit out my coffee!

Don't blame you. The stuff tastes like burnt water.

*jeep!
--Grandpa Chet

This font is so tiny that no one can read these things.

mindhunter

Inner circle
Upstate NY
1664 Posts

Posted: Nov 4, 2008 10:55pm

VERY burnt, stale, water, actually...

I am glad some here have lebeled TSP as being fresh...

Thanks!
Bryn

Mr.Crebar

Loyal user

232 Posts

Posted: Mar 1, 2009 4:30am

I wanted to publicly thank Bryn, not only for his noteworthy mentalism products, but also for his outstanding customer service. Byrn was very kind and responsive when I told him I lost his manuscript to an unfortunate computer crash. Within a few hours of sending my email, I was amazed to find that Bryn had already sent me another with warm regards. Bryn, you seem like a heck of a guy to me, and your sincerity really shows through your work. I look forward to the future contributions you will give to mentalism and speak for the masses when I say, "Keep up the good Work!"
best regards

mindhunter

Inner circle
Upstate NY
1664 Posts

Posted: Mar 1, 2009 8:23am

Thanks, and sorry to hear about your computer troubles!

Bryn

brehan

Veteran user
holland
391 Posts

Posted: Mar 2, 2009 7:44am

Bryn when is tsp 2 planned loved the first one eager for 2nds
cheers brehan

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mindhunter

Inner circle
Upstate NY
1664 Posts

Posted: Mar 6, 2009 5:51pm

Brehan:

I will be releasing a trio of mentalism effects utilizing currency hopefully within a month or two.

"TSP 2.0" (or whatever I call it) will follow hopefully shortly thereafter. The effects are pretty much written up, but will require a few more eyes to proofread, and then the publishing, etc.

Thanks for the interest!

Bryn

kinesis

Inner circle
Scotland, surrounded by
2431 Posts

Posted: Mar 7, 2009 6:48am

I look forward to TSP2 (or whatever). I simply love your material and methods. This so fits my style. The first time I performed both 'Your Lucky Night' and 'Seven' I felt instantly comfortable with them, they were very 'me'. Can't wait.

Derek

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mindhunter

Inner circle
Upstate NY
1664 Posts

Posted: Mar 11, 2009 8:56pm

That is a great feeling to hear that, Derek.

Bryn

AlluTallu

Veteran user
Finland
397 Posts

Posted: Mar 12, 2009 11:23am

Bryn, I really want to thank you for publishing TSP. I love ALL the effects in this great ebook. Especially with seven and Lucky Night I have got some very nice reactions so far.

I also love the thinking behind BOHT. I'm currently trying to construct a full routine around this basic principle and some of my own ideas.

I'll post a more in depth review after I have experimented more with all the effects.

-Aleksi Hietanen

mindhunter

Inner circle
Upstate NY
1664 Posts

Posted: Sep 11, 2009 8:32am

I appreciate the comments, Aleksi!

Bryn

Stephen Young

Inner circle
Thought Illusions
2780 Posts

Posted: Sep 11, 2009 2:55pm

I like "Or Whatever" as a title. If it's even half as good as TSP I'll be ordering it.

imagine":
"How do I find a review of Bryn's new book?
"Go to the Magic Café search box and type in WHATEVER".

http://www.thoughtillusions.com/index.html

http://www.thoughtillusions.com/espy-onage.html

http://www.thoughtillusions.com/photopsyche.html

http://www.thoughtillusions.com/oap.html

John C

Inner circle
The AMAZING and COMMERCIAL Chair Test
6152 Posts

Posted: Sep 12, 2009 9:02am

Whatever ...

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Withnail

Special user

768 Posts

Posted: Sep 13, 2009 3:12pm

I can only humbley echo all the positive comments about TSP. Top notch thinking and a refreshing witing style - packaged and put together by a real top-notch bloke.

Bryn - thanks again for all your help!

Yet again that oaf has destroyed my day

praetoritevong

Regular user
Sydney, Australia
139 Posts

Posted: Sep 14, 2009 12:14pm

Bryn, like Withnail, I don't think there's much I could add to the torrent of praise you have already received, except to say that you deserve it, and that I loved TSP - Seven especially, appealing to my card magician roots.

Cheers

mindhunter

Inner circle
Upstate NY
1664 Posts

Posted: Sep 21, 2009 9:46pm

"Whatever"...lol

Has a ring to it! Thanks for the comments on The Safwan Papers, but I'm hopefully going to get to finish the "other one" sometime, and will keep in the "tradition" of naming it where it was refined.

I've been called away quite a bit regarding the training for this upcoming deployment, still working at the Sheriff's Office, and trying to get things buttoned up here at home for Deb for this winter and the next. I appreciate the eBook orders, and the offers of support. I wish I could get on here more often to say that...

I'm so glad some are still finding some value in TSP!

Thanks!
Bryn

mindhunter

Inner circle
Upstate NY
1664 Posts

Posted: Oct 21, 2009 8:01pm

All ordered print-version books will be in and shipped on Saturday.

After that, due to a military deployment, only the eBook version will be available. (Also, no other physical products will be available for some time.)

For the nest week, I'll be home and can email eBooks "on time." After that, it is hit-or-miss, with a couple weeks delay, perhaps. I am looking for a solution, or maybe the 2-week delay is the right answer...

Please checkout the link from Outlaw Effects if interested:
http://www.outlaw-effects.com/store/the-arsenal/e-books/safwan.html

I'll email all orders as soon as I possibly can! If you get a PDF file from some pirate satellite email hookup, it is me!

Also, please keep in touch, through here, email, ( diveteam@adelphia.net or cavscout19@hotmail.com ) or messages in a bottle!

Thanks, gentlemen!

Bryn

JanForster

Inner circle
Germany ... two of me is one too much ..
2057 Posts

Posted: Nov 24, 2009 12:39pm

What can I say that not has been said before? I was the lucky one receiving the last printed edition. It is a fantastic book, no doubt one of the best I've ever read about mentalism. Alone "Seven" is worth far more than the price for Bryn's entire work. Simply a must read. Jan

Jan Forster
www.gedankenmagier.de

churken

Regular user
California
199 Posts

Posted: Jul 7, 2010 4:44pm

I wanted to chime in here. I have said in previous posts how much I enjoyed The Safwan Papers, but I have found that it goes beyond that. I originally purchased in 2008 primarily for Seven. I have used Seven often since. But, I keep going back to The Safwan Papers and finding new and exciting ideas in its pages. BOHT and Lucky Nite are brilliant. One of the great values of the book are Bryn's insights to the art. I love reading the stories he tells on how and why these effects came to be.

I just made up the $4 billet index. I don't know why it took almost two years for me to do this. I guess I didn't have $4.00, but that's a different story. Anyway, I am already thinking of multiple routines that I do that this will be useful for.

In short, The Safwan Papers is one of the best investments I have ever made in our art. It ranks up there with my favorite five or so ebooks of all time. I know a lot of people have purchased this, but if you are not one of them do yourself a favor and get one quick.

Paul

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