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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
New Fantasy Release Spins A Dazzling Tale of Magic, Memories, and Misadventures With Grandmother-Grandson Duo
Palmetto Publishing Announces The Release of WHOLE INTO ONE WHOLE INTO ONE Charleston, SC, June 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Do you believe in magic? You will after reading WHOLE INTO ONE. Ray Taylor and his spirited 90-year-old grandmother Jean embark on an unexpected journey to search for the magic that once made their family famous. They traverse Las Vegas together, with Ray becoming more engrossed in his grandparents' fascinating life story with every block they cover. However, the family's voice of reason, Aunt Belinda, opposes their adventure, citing that Ray may have coerced Jean into this trip. Then, law enforcement steps in, halting their escapade entirely. WHOLE INTO ONE weaves a complex web of family ties, personal ambition, and hidden truths. Will Ray and Jean manage to overcome this setback? Or will their dream-filled adventure crumble under the weight of external forces? '[This book is for those readers who] enjoy the exploration of family and relationships and to try to understand exactly what is wrong with the men in their lives… As if they don't already know,' joked the author. WHOLE INTO ONE is available for purchase online at and Barnes and For more information about the author, please visit any of his social media platforms: X/Twitter: @KevinTaylorRay Facebook: (business page) Instagram: @rheaworks About the Author: Kevin Taylor Ray, author of the novel WHOLE INTO ONE, has a rich background in writing and entertainment. Known for his comic short-story Group Therapy(!) and screenplays including the comedy Facespace and action epic Four Corners, Kevin has spent over 16 years in television. His work reflects his love for fantasy and horror, evident in the surreal mysteries Syndrome Machine and Bridgtowne. Kevin's quirky side shines through his ongoing tussle with his wife over the coffee maker. This novel marks Kevin's debut in long-form writing, promising an exploration of family and relationships with a twist of humor and mystery. Media Contact: Kevin Taylor Ray, kevintaylorray@ Available for interviews: Author, Kevin Taylor Ray Attachment WHOLE INTO ONE CONTACT: Leah Joseph Palmetto Publishing publicity@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Fox News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Finding the Magic With Criss Angel
Award-winning illusionist and magician Criss Angel joins Kennedy to discuss his extensive career and how his show, MINDFREAK, became the top stage show in Las Vegas. They talk about his humble beginnings, how he got started in magic, and why politics isn't everything. Unfortunately, Criss didn't manage to make Kennedy levitate, but we certainly wish he had! Follow Kennedy on Twitter: @KennedyNation Kennedy Now Available on YouTube: Follow on TikTok: Join Kennedy for Happy Hour on Fridays! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
BBC News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Tommy Cooper's magic robe set to be auctioned in North Yorkshire
A robe worn by comedy legend Tommy Cooper during his final performance is set to go under the hammer in North Yorkshire. Cooper, who combined intentionally disastrous magic tricks with slapstick humour, donned the red silk robe for a TV performance at Her Majesty's Theatre in London on 15 April 1984. As part of the act, objects increasing in size were passed from the stage curtain through a panel in the garment, as if they were appearing by magic. The comedian suffered a heart attack on stage during the performance and was later pronounced dead at Westminster Hospital aged 63. Cooper, whose television shows attracted audiences of millions, was also known for his catchphrase "just like that".Tennants Auctioneers, in Leyburn, will be auctioning the robe on 23 July, with the item set to fetch between £4,000 and £6,000. Kegan Harrison, from Tennants, said the robe could end up fetching more than its estimate, depending on interest. One of Cooper's signature fezzes recently went for £7,000 at auction, which was double its estimated worth. "It sort of came around by chance because the vendor was on a walking tour here," Mr Harrison said."We got chatting and he asked if we would be interested in selling this item, which of course we were."The current vendor acquired the robe, created to fit the Welsh comedian's 6ft 4in (1.93m) frame, from the late magician Paul Daniels in 2003. "The staff have been very keen to see it," Mr Harrison added."We have very high hopes for it and hope it will find a good home to go to." Listen to highlights from North Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
The Review Geek
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Review Geek
The Librarians: The Next Chapter – Season 1 Episode 5 Recap & Review
And the Memory Crystal Episode 5 of The Librarians: Next Chapter begins with Vikram and Lysa discussing science and the marvels of what its done for our world. Lysa also brings up an astrophysicist called Roslyn Kirch, and suggests they go and check out her work. Her papers on superclusters of stats (called Quasars) is well-known and she's a big name in the community. The pair show up to see Rosyln during her big speech… but there's a problem. She winds up having a neurocognitive issue and has to be taken off stage. While Lysa believes this is simple medical science, Vikram is convinced it's a spell. The 3D map whirs and comes to life back at the Annex when they look into this, with the pendulum pin-pointing the College of Science Observatory as the area most likely responsible. Eventually Lysa concedes, thanks to her AI software, and believes it could well have been magic. This memory loss appears to be spreading around campus, as during Vikram's rant about smartphones making us more stupid, students and the faculty are also experience memory loss too. The group split up, with Connor and Lysa go hunting for the magical artifact, with Lysa distracting the teaching assistant while Connor sneaks into the library and grabs some important documents called the Culpepper papers. Culpepper was a 17th Century collector and at one point was in possession of the Crystal of Doctor John Dee. This is a magical artifact that could well be their memory loss trinket. Unfortunately, these papers are written in Enochian, which is a language only a few people on Earth know how to translate. Thankfully, we have Vikram. Now, the crystal is harmless in necklace form but once its taken out, it has the power to offer a single desired glimpse in the future. The cost, however, is a memory from the past. The necklace was initially in the London Museum but its recently been stolen, so it must be somewhere inside this College. Unfortunately, Charlie begins to lose her memories while stopping the teaching assistant from crashing his car (which he's forgotten how to drive), and it makes their job that much harder. With Charlie cautious around Vikram and his involvement with the library, given her memories are gone, Lysa and Connor break into the vault downstairs. Whilst there, they realize that Doctor Stonaris is our culprit, and he's using the telescope with the crystal to consume people's memories. The more people who look through it, the more powerful it becomes. Dr Stonaris locks the group in the vault though and decides he's going to go down as one of the best brilliant minds ever. Unfortunately, he doesn't realize the danger he's put them all in. The crystal is becoming overcharged, and in doing so, the ripple effects in our reality will be so profound that it won't just cause memories to erase, but the entire timeline as we know it. With Stonaris pressing ahead with his plan involving the telescope, Vikram decides to sacrifice himself to try and stop him. He steps into the spectral bubble, using his trained brain to stave off the effects of memory loss to stop Stonaris before it's too late. Unfortunately, Stonaris disrupts Vikram's concentration by bringing up Anya, whose memory causes him to lose concentration. Vikram uses the necklace shielding Stonaris from the memory loss, ripping it from round his neck and throws it up to Connor, who's in the process of stopping the telescope. The group are successful and manage to stop Stonaris. Thankfully, Charlie hasn't faded out of existence either. With the world saved, the good doctor is thrown into psychiatric care and our team prepare for their next case! The Episode Review This episode sees a simple but effective mission diving into the world of memory loss and how important our memories actually are to our wellbeing. However, it does come with some silly scenes too, like Charlie somehow managing to ride a bicycle as fast as a car? I understand the car is still spinning in circles but it's pretty amusing that she was able to do this. We do get a little rant here about smartphones and how they're counter-productive to our memory, while the main plot has a decent conclusion. The doctor wanted to be famous and I guess now he's become infamous in a way, thrown into lock-up to make sure he doesn't hurt anybody else. The team do have a nice chemistry now, although it would be good to see them branch out a bit and be tested beyond their capabilities. The earlier arguments between Lysa and Connor seem to have disappeared now too, which is disappointing as it cuts out some of the initial friction within the team. All in all, this is a decent if unremarkable episode. Previous Episode Next Episode Expect A Full Season Write-Up When This Season Concludes!
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Immersive wizard cocktail bar announces closure
A wizard-inspired immersive experience and cocktail bar has closed. The Cauldron was located in Clarence Gardens, Brighton, and offered guests an immersive 'potion-making' cocktail experience. The company posted a statement on their website announcing the site's closure, alongside their other locations in London, Edinburgh, New York, and Philadelphia. READ MORE: Royal Albion Hotel owners submit plans after latest demolition work It said: 'It is with an incredibly heavy heart that we share The Cauldron & Wizard Exploratorium has closed its doors. 'We explored every option—from investment and loans to partnerships and strategic sale discussions—but could not secure the capital or find a buyer with the resources needed to keep our magic alive. 'To the one million guests who walked through our doors: thank you. Thank you for believing in our vision and making magic real, from our very first Kickstarter backer to our final guest. The potion making experience at The Cauldron 'To our investors: we are truly sorry we could not fulfil the potential of this company or reward your faith in us. 'To our amazing team: thank you for your hard work, your authenticity and your commitment to creating inclusive, magical experiences for everyone. 'We are deeply grateful to every guest, team member and partner who made this dream possible. Always remember to be kind, pay it forward, and know that you are magic. Magic is for everyone.' The cocktail bar opened in August 2022, founded by entrepreneurs Matthew Cortland and David Duckworth. Matthew described the venue as a 'gateway to the magical world' and said: 'Our mission is to make magic real for people with science, technology and design.' Alongside their cocktail-making experience, they also served a range of unique cocktails featuring different effects such as fire, ice, smoke, and colour change. The venue also featured non-alcoholic experiences for families, offering everyone the chance to enjoy the experience.
