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Fiction Magic card "tricks" raise the stakes in writing with phrases like "Alienate an Ally" and "Break a Promise." The guidebook interprets the prompts and adds creativity coaching "tips" to keep you writing. It's like having two decks in one! Fiction Magic may also provide inspiration for poetry, memoir, and other projects in the arts.

Deb Lund is an author, teacher, and creativity coach with a master's project on teaching writing and a mission to get everyone claiming their creativity. She has taught writers of all ages (and writing teachers) and frequently presents at conferences, schools, and libraries.

"These cards are a creative way for Deb Lund to extend her gentle genius for helping fellow writers develop our own magic with fiction. I can hardly wait to get my hands on them, as both a writing teacher and a writer myself ." Christina Baldwin, writing coach and author of Storycatcher

"When I read a book on writing, it takes about 200 pages before I learn anything I can apply to my writing. I can use these cards instantly. " Carole Estby Dagg, Award-winning YA author

"These cards are thought-provoking and inspiring. As an author and literary agent, I plan to use them myself and with my students and clients. " Andrea Hurst, Literary Agent

"Because of Deb Lund's wonderful workshop, I found an 'Unspoken Truth'....Now the story is flowing!!! " Judith Gardiner, SCBWI Regional Advisor

"Writers-I *highly* recommend you get to know author and teacher Deb Lund. She offers excellent advice on writing. " Jen Rofe', Literary Agent

"Deb Lund brought together her 20+ years of teaching experience in a magical way-with 54 surprising writing prompts, tips and tricks to apply to your work-in-progress whenever you're feeling stuck. It's like having a writing coach right there with you!...These "magical" cards act as triggers to pull something out of your head that you wouldn't ordinarily be able to coax out. " Tara Lazar, author and creator of PiBoIdMo (Picture Book Idea Month)