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I have been a long time Genii reader and amateur. As time has passed I have shown less and less interest in the Genii features on the latest big names, in a different but not so different reason than you explained. It would be nice to see more columns in Genii which talks to and explores the concern...

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This is quite the endorsement for the hobby... 7. He never does tricks for people in real life Derren says that as a young man his nervousness and shyness meant: “I would always have tricks in my pocket.” But he goes on to say: “It’s such a red herring in life, the desire to impress. It feels like t...

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My suggested entry for 2020 would be: "COVID-19 has killed close-up magic as we know it."

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Do you have an update on the release of the Magicana book?

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I very much enjoyed the magic and many aspects of the show. However the focus on celebrities makes it difficult for me to feel as engaged with him as a performer as when he performed for mostly the common folk. Too elitist for my taste. Clips with his daughter was endearing but the crow stole the sh...

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Isn’t Cardistry just the modern evolution of card manipulation? For example Jeff McBride’s videos on the art of card manipulation contains many acrobatic card moves, no?

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Richard,

You mentioned in the More Genii Speaks video that this was the last month for the audio columns. Why are they coming to an end. Will these be replaced with new audio columns? I loved Max’s audio column, maybe you could bring him back.

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What are your thoughts on the collectible value of original Jerry’s Nuggets decks once the reprints hit the market? The Kickstarter offered a limited edition product with one original Jerry’s Nuggets deck (one deck for about $400 if you factor in the other products included) from a reliable source a...

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It's too bad one cannot purchase these after the fact. I don't really understand why not as the positive reviews make me want to purchase a few of the ones I missed. Oh well, I guess it is both our loss.

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Yes. On April 5. Resent now.

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3 of my uncut sheets arrived banged up in the upper right corner. 2 of the uncut sheet had a 1/4 inch tear.

Anyone else have this issue?

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One must remember that The Works is different from the other examples given because we have received all of the releases (gimmicks) upfront. All that is missing are written instructions, sent by email, for each routine associated with the gimmicks provided. So it’s not like they are looking for crea...

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My fear is this is all backfiring and these comments might be giving Richard ideas. I bought Deland. It was well worth the price for the quality of publication. However, I would have hesitated if it were more. I will hesitate for Greater Magic if it is more than $150 as I already have the previous ...

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I remember historical posts of Richard mentionning that the book market was very difficult and that it took year to sell stock. So who are buying these $150+ books? Why does it appear the market now welcomes expensive books when reasonably priced ones would apparently sit there in print for years? A...

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$150 is a lot of money for a magic book. Of course I did buy it but I am from a generation that reads books. I wonder how many copies of your average magic book is sold to the younger demographic, as I assume from what I observe that they don’t really read magic books. It seems expensive books are m...

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Can we expect additional surprise guests to the lineup or have all the artists been announced?

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Another brilliant release. I am always happy when they show up in my email.

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Is the new version indicated as a second printing? The one I got from Amazon 2 months ago says first printing. What was wrong with the editing? Anything significant? I checked my book again and I was mistaken about seeing first printing. I cannot find any indication of first or second printing. How...

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Is the new version indicated as a second printing? The one I got from Amazon 2 months ago says first printing.

What was wrong with the editing? Anything significant?

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How is seating assigned? Will I get a better seat if I register early? Does FISM sell out? How big is this convention? Is it anything like the Genii Convention?

Lot of questions

Thanks

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I am now begin to believe the issues are released upon a critical mass of member emails sent to enquire about the "monthly" releases... and one by the Genii to tip the balance.

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I've inquired but have had no reply...

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I have taken three of Tenyo’s plus one effects and given them a magical makeover, taking them all back in time to the Victorian era. All three have had the graphics completely redesigned from scratch and have also been made in wood. If I am not mistaken, Jenzo's products tend to be re-skinned Tenyo...

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Richard Kaufman wrote:It would cost about $16 per book just for the four decks, which is a lot.

Uhmm. It costs me about $16 for 4 regular decks...

So $16 for 4 special Deland decks is a deal. Actually, at that price I would want 8

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[quote="Richard Kaufman As far as including four decks with the book rather than two, I don't think you have any idea what the time and money involved in that are.[/quote] You are correct. However, as a customer or your fine products, I know I would like to get a most "complete" book ...

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I agree with the Maiden back design suggestion. Much closer to the Rider back design than Mandolin.

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I believe that Mandolin backs are the cards I was referring to in my previous post. So let me ask a serious question, then. I am faced with the following options for a particular trick of DeLand's. I can print the trick in the following manner: 1. Use DeLand's original cards so what you will get is...

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Unfortunately neither of those decks are viable options because you need to remove the cards from the deck when you start the trick. I want the cards to match the deck most commonly used: Bicycle Rider back. Michael Weber has some great work where he mixes Bicycle Rider backed cards with Mandolin b...

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I believe each book will come with two identical decks. There are certain gimmicks I cannot print because USPC won't let me print an altered Rider Back. You do have other options if you want to include a complete set of gimmicks, which would be nice since this publication is a once in a lifetime th...

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You would pass out if you saw the books I have written in.

The funny thing is that to another magician, or my son should I be so lucky that he takes up this hobby, my annotations add value to the reader but I guess not to eBay.

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I have these books, and quite an extensive library of most of the major books published in the last 35 years. I write in all of them. I write in the margins, I cross-reference variations, I rate each effect I read with a star system to avoid having to re-read the book to find what I considered the b...

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Before I register, I wanted to know if there is the possibility of a refund or partial refund up to a certain date?

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I bought, and I am happy with the 3 Way Mirror by Sean Yang from Vanishing Inc. Note: it is a flexible mirror so it will not provide a perfectly sharp reflection, but it is very light and practical.

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So there is no official release date?

Some people get it early, others wait for an unknown release date...

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When will they be available? I see them still listed as pre-order on Vanishing Inc.

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Will you have some for sale at the Genii Convention?

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I wish all Floridians well in this difficult time.

Is the hotel located in the path of the storm?

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Will there be a book or DVD set being released at the Genii convention? Maybe a new Kaufman book or Max's DVDs?

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Paul Harris was a great choice. I am not sure but I believe he rarely makes convention appearances.

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Did we lose Bill Malone? I hope not...

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