Biography tells inspirational story of Asheville-area magician Ricky D. Boone

Jason Sandford

Jason Sandford is a reporter, writer, blogger and photographer interested in all things Asheville.

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Ricky D. Boone is well-known in Asheville and beyond for his magic, and his magic shop, in Woodfin. He’s also known for his bravery in battling a rare illness. Now there’s a new biography out detailing Boone’s inspirational story. It’s called The Four-Foot Giant and the Vanishing Wheelchair. Here are details about an upcoming event to mark the book release:

Jan. 21 – Duane Laflin and Company, of the Magic and Beyond Belief theater in Pigeon Forge, Tenn., presents a family-friendly illusion show, honoring the release of the new biography of Asheville-area magician and magic shop owner Ricky D. Boone.

7:30 p.m., Carol Belk Theater at UNC Asheville, presented by the Psychology and Drama Departments. Tickets: $15 adults; $5 children at Magic Central, 175 Weaverville Highway, Suite L, or call 828/645-2941.

Check out Boone on Twitter @magicxtwo

Boone’s Magic Times Two website: http://www.magicxtwo.com/

Boone on Facebook

Boone’s book website, http://www.fourfootgiantbook.com/