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Alice Hoffman on Why the Time Was Finally Right for ‘Practical Magic 2’

The author details the creative pivots required for the sequel, from finally breaking the long-standing Owens family curse to why certain characters from 'The Book of Magic' didn't make the screen.

‘Practical Magic’ book cover and a still from ‘Practical Magic 2.’

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