MAGIC

LADY MAGICIAN

Sue-Anne Webster

The inspiration behind the Phyllis Wong Time Detective Mysteries

by bestselling author Geoffrey McSkimming

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Lady magician SUE-ANNE WEBSTER is profiled in the world dictionary of magicians:

DICTIONNAIRE DE LA PRESTIDIGITATION

and in the history of female magicians:

HISTORIAS DE MAGAS ANTIGUAS Y MODERNAS

Sue-Anne is the inspiration behind the Phyllis Wong Time Detective mysteries by best-selling author of the Cairo Jim chronicles, Geoffrey McSkimming.

She has performed magic for decades and represented Australia as a delegate for world magic events. Publishing cracking stories of mystery, magic, adventure and verse with best-selling author, Geoffrey McSkimming, at 9 Diamonds Press enables Sue-Anne to reach a greater audience with quality literature and magic. She is also a voice behind some of The School Magazine’s greatest poetry collection.

Transform your event with the Lady Magician’s ASTOUNDING magic and mystery. Professional, fun and dazzling magic shows with lots of audience participation.

Sue-Anne specialises in prestidigitation from the Golden Years of Magic ~ bringing to life the rarely seen magic of the past right up close for your guests, or on stage for your event.

LATEST NEWS

26 April, 2026

Click to listen to America’s Reading With Your Kids podcaster Jed interviewing Geoffrey McSkimming on the latest publication—Phyllis Wong and the Lure of the Lighthouse—Book 8 in the Phyllis Wong Time Detective mysteries.

In this episode, Jed welcomes back Australian author Geoffrey McSkimming, creator of the much‑loved Phyllis Wong and Cairo Jim series. Geoffrey joins from Sydney to celebrate Phyllis Wong and the Lure of the Lighthouse, the eighth book in the series, and talks about why Phyllis remains one of his favorite characters—resourceful, brilliant, magical, and deeply inspired by his wife, Sue-Anne Webster, a renowned stage magician.

Geoffrey explains how magic and mystery writing overlap: both rely on misdirection, red herrings, and staying several steps ahead of the audience.

Sue-Anne’s publication ASTOUNDING! Quick, Slick, Magic Tricks is also mentioned throughout the interview.

CORPORATE I PRIVATE I EDUCATION

Ongoing

The online exhibition of the ladies who shaped Australian magic: Esme Levante, Myrtle Roberts and Moi-Yo Miller.

Sue-Anne Webster interviewed by Cathy Pryor.

5 October, 2021

Sue-Anne is a guest on ABC’s podcast of The History Listen: The illusory life of Esme Levante.

Archived.

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ASTOUNDING!

Quick Slick Magic Tricks

Be Noticed — Be Unique — Be ASTOUNDING!

ASTOUNDING shows you how to perform like a star in no time.

Be mentored by an international stage magician and lecturer; tap into over 12 million show combinations using everyday household objects, and astonish your friends.

Houdini and Copperfield began with one trick, and so can you. ASTOUNDING shows you the secrets behind the great magicians!

Now, that’s ASTOUNDING!

Scroll down to see some ASTOUNDING magic tricks … many of which have been featured in The School Magazine (NSW Department of Education)—the world’s longest running children’s literary magazine!

‘Sue-Anne’s “voice” shines through the whole e-book and comes from decades of professional performance. This book is like having a one-on-one coaching/rehearsal session with her.’ — Author Geoffrey McSkimming

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Sue-Anne has globe-trotted across America, Europe, Africa, Asia and Oceania performing, lecturing, reviewing and judging international magic events.

She’s performed off-Broadway in New York, on stage in Las Vegas and at the Magic Castle in Hollywood, as well as hosting Magic Sports at the FISM world championships of magic.

Sue-Anne now enjoys performing in Australia, inspiring young people to learn and encourage critical thinking.

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Education

Reading is crucial for the development of young minds, so Sue-Anne has teamed up with best-selling author of the Cairo Jim chronicles, Geoffrey McSkimming, to present the Phyllis Wong Time Detective mysteries show in schools and at author events, encouraging a love for language and inspiring their imaginations with fun and fantastical stories.

Sue-Anne Webster brings the stage magic and illusions from the Phyllis Wong mysteries to life—magic that Phyllis Wong and her great-grandfather Wallace Wong, Conjuror of Wonder! perform—right before your very eyes!

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Phyllis Wong mysteries show
for your event!

Book through the Children’s Bookshop, Beecroft, NSW, Australia.

Contact: Beth

Email: staff@thechildrensbookshop.com

The 1.5 hr lecture includes a show and exposure of some of the secrets behind great magic tricks.

Students are encouraged to think ‘outside the box’ and take the ideas presented in the Magic of Science presentation to formulate their own tricks, science experiencements and presentations at science fairs.

EDUCATION

SCIENCE

Magic of Science and the Science of Magic

show and lecture

Based on the NSW K-6 Science curriculum.

Fun with science using stage magic!

Students will see the action of light reflection, refraction and absorption used in the performance of magic.

Book direct through Sue-Anne

publishing@9diamondspress.com

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Rated 5 out of 5

"Astounding! by Sue-Anne Webster is an outstanding how to do magic book. As a full time professional magician for over 35 years I have read LOTS of magic books. This new book by Sue-Anne Webster is positively one of the best I have ever read, especially for any young person interested in magic." (see more on Amazon America)

Amazon U.S.A.

Rated 5 out of 5

"Brilliant, easy to follow step by step guide for anyone wanting to wow their friends and family with illusions and tricks that will leave them completely amazed ... Sue-Anne is obviously very accomplished and it comes across in the book as she writes in such an entertaining and captivating manner that you'll struggle to stop reading - 'just one more page' I kept telling myself." (see more on Amazon Australia)

Amazon Australia

"... nothing short of excellent."

"Sue-Anne’s performance was nothing short of excellent. I was stopped numerous times by guests wishing to pay compliments.”

SEVEN NETWORK

“Sue-Anne, we haven't had a female magician of your calibre on the show and I'd love for you to consider being part of it. Love the sawing act - love the Jeannie act ... you're a definite show woman.”

FremantlEMedia Australia

Jonathan Payne—Australia's Got Talent

“Sue-Anne absolutely wowed the crowd … seriously, the woman is phenomenal.”

Story Arts Festival

Ipswich, QLD

"Jeannie [Sue-Anne] was a huge hit at our event. ... Her magic tricks were appreciated even by the most cynical of minds and she was admired by many who were in awe of her flair."

Coles Myer

Cathy Broaders

"Sue-Anne Webster is one of the top magical performers in the World today. She is an incredibly skilled performer who's stage act is fun, imaginative and inspiring."

JEDLIE

Magician & Podcast Host, USA

"WOW! You really look just like me!"

BARBARA EDEN

ACTRESS, SONY, U.S.A.

"Not only can she perform magic, and capture the audience, she captures Jeannie's personality and character as well. I have no doubt in my mind that Sue-Anne could very well be the next Jeannie, she really is that good."

PATTERSON LUNDQUIST

Ms Eden's personal assistant and acme Elvira impersonator

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