The Power of Magical Women

The Power of Magical Women
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.

For over four decades, Connie Boyd has made a lasting impact on the world of magic as an award-winning magician, producer, director, inventor, and writer. She rose to fame as a Las Vegas headliner, earning accolades like the "World Magic Awards - Best Cabaret Act," and Monte Carlo's "Prix du Public." Connie has performed in grand theaters and on global television, captivating audiences with her artistry. From 2009 to 2020, she produced and directed four all-female magic shows for international cruise lines-an unprecedented achievement that spotlighted women in a male-dominated field.Her advocacy for women in magic continued with the creation of the Magical Women Project, including the Magical Women with Connie Boyd YouTube channel and her widely acclaimed lecture, How Women Influence Magic, presented at FISM 2022 and major conventions through 2025.Recognized with the Academy of Magical Arts' Special Fellowship Award, a Presidential Citation from the Society of American Magicians, and an "Innovation in Magic" award, Connie's contributions extend beyond performance. She mentors women in magic through consulting, editorial work, and media exposure.As Senior Associate Editor for Vanish International Magic Magazine, she's written 50+ articles and featured well over 30 women on its covers. Currently, she has written The Power of Magical Women, a groundbreaking book documenting contemporary women in magic.Connie Boyd is not only a trailblazing magician but a powerful force elevating women in the magical arts-past, present, and future.