The Power of Magical Women

"Connie Boyd thoroughly explodes the myth that professional female magicians are a new or rare phenomenon. The historical and cultural importance of this first-of-its-kind anthology cannot be overstated." Margaret B. Steele - Award-winning author, publisher and magic historian "I've studied this subject for nearly 40 years and learned as much from this book as from any other. The 70 performers featured inside comprise the new Golden Age of women in magic, and Connie Boyd is their champion." Michael Claxton - Author of Don't Fool Yourself: The Magical Life of Dell O'Dell "Connie Boyd has pulled off the impossible - she's unveiled the untold legacy of women in magic with grit, grace, and stunning precision. It's richly layered, endlessly fascinating, and quietly gripping; like a book you lose yourself in, page after page." Gay Blackstone Executive Producer, Masters of Illusion "Being part of this book is an honor. Connie Boyd's passion for magic-and for the women who shape it-is undeniable. She poured her heart into telling our stories with care and respect. No one else could have created a collection like this, and I'm so proud to be included." Solange Kardinaly AGT Finalist 2024 "This book is an immense source of inspiration for everyone. Seeing so many passionate and powerful women share their magic with the world is vraiment magnifique*! It shows that anything is possible when you work with passion, creativity, a piece of yourself, and deep determination." Léa Kyle 2025 1st Place Winner-Olympics of Magic (FISM) *Vraiment magnifique: truly beautiful in French "The Power of Magical Women" is not just another biography. It's chocked full of unbelievable stories that, for the most part, have never been told. Connie Boyd doesn't just take us into a magical world that only few know exists, but she brings to life the "why" and "how" these women-whose ground-breaking achievements have been completely ignored by virtually every historian-have beat the odds in a profession that, to this day remains, 96% male dominated. Their remarkable stories will bring tears to your eyes, joy to your heart, wonder to your mind, and inspiration to your life. Diana Z. Zimmerman Best-Selling Author "This inspiring collection celebrates the groundbreaking women who have redefined magic and will change how the next generations of magicians view the craft." Helen Coghlan 6 X Penn & Teller: Fool Us Winner Step into the spotlight with the trailblazing women magicians redefining the art of magic in the 21st century. For centuries, the world of magic has been dominated by men-but these fearless female illusionists, escape artists, stage performers, and close-up magicians have shattered the glass ceiling with dazzling style and unstoppable determination. They've rewritten the rules, challenged tradition, and proven that women in magic can command the stage-and the story-like never before. Can you name a woman magician? Most people can't. That's because the truth has been hidden-until now. The Power of Magical Women is the first book of its kind to showcase over seventy extraordinary women who are transforming magic today. Through intimate interviews and captivating behind-the-scenes stories, author and magician Connie Boyd reveals their artistry, struggles, and triumphs. From spellbinding performances to courageous acts of reinvention, these modern magic icons inspire readers to dream bigger, take risks, and make their own mark-because if they can escape centuries of invisibility, you can steal the spotlight, too.