Here are the 4 books that really helped me improve at card magic. I've read heaps of other books, and really enjoyed many of them, but these ones actually made a difference to my act. Study them carefully and take your time reading them :)
Best book for beginner card magicians. Read it cover to cover. You'll learn the fundamentals, and also how to read magic books.
The Royal Road to Card Magic - Jean Hugard
After reading The Royal Road to Card Magic, read this. An incredible collection of ideas and sleights.
Expert at the Card Table, Royal Road, and Expert Card Technique : r/Magic
A collection of the most respected routines from the golden age of magic
Stars Of Magic - Starke, Daley, Elliott
Super cheap. If you want to learn some table shuffling, this is a great resource.
Expert at the Card Table, Royal Road, and Expert Card Technique : r/Magic
