Alan Moore on Magic, Storytelling, and His New Not-Quite-a-Comic.

The article focuses on Alan Moore's book, *The Moon and Serpent Bumper Book of Magic*, a 400+ page grimoire coauthored with Steve Moore that explores the history, theory, and practice of ritual magic. It presents magic primarily as a transformative inner process rather than supernatural manipulation, aiming to clarify misconceptions and offer practical guidance. Moore discusses the relationship between comics and magic, suggesting that the comic strip medium uniquely engages both visual and verbal cognition, making it well-suited for conveying magical ideas. The book combines illustrated essays and comic strips to provide an accessible yet profound exploration of magic's cultural and psychological significance.