Discover the Ingenious Card Magic of Ramón Riobóo

Renowned for his innovative card tricks, Ramón Riobóo captivates both seasoned magicians and the general public. His unique methods challenge conventional expectations, blending simplicity with sophistication and a touch of sleight-of-hand. Each trick is meticulously crafted to deceive, leaving audiences in a state of pure astonishment.

His first book, Thinking the Impossible, showcased Riobóo’s talent for confounding even the sharpest minds. Now, with Second Thoughts, he elevates his craft to new heights. This collection features a wealth of baffling card magic, designed to be performed casually while ensnaring the audience’s rationality.

For fans of Thinking the Impossible, Second Thoughts offers advanced techniques that will leave you breathless. Newcomers to Riobóo’s magic should prepare for an unforgettable experience as his tricks defy belief.

A long-time associate of Juan Tamariz, Ramón Riobóo understands the art of crafting perplexing card tricks and skillfully manipulating perceptions. Within this book, you’ll encounter familiar effects that take unexpected turns, alongside original creations that challenge the limits of imagination.

Riobóo’s magic is unparalleled. His seemingly innocent procedures conceal intricate layers of deception, resulting in astonishing outcomes that defy explanation.

Second Thoughts is a treasure trove of nearly fifty tricks and routines, complete with insights into his favorite tools for creating magic. Riobóo also shares essays that delve into his thought process and the theory behind his distinctive approach to card magic.

This book will inspire you to rethink your card magic techniques, incorporating Riobóo’s innovative ideas to enhance both the entertainment value and the impenetrability of your effects.

With a background in screenwriting, direction, and journalism, Ramón Riobóo began his journey into magic in 1987. His late start has only fueled his passion, particularly for card magic and psychological deception. A recipient of the Ascanio Award (1992) and First Prize in Card Magic at the XIX National Magic Congress (1993, Barcelona), Riobóo is also a member of the esteemed Escuela Magica de Madrid and the author of two influential books on card magic.

“His effects fool me, and his ingenious methods amaze me.”R. Paul Wilson

“Ramon Rioboo constructs card tricks with so many devious and interlocking layers of deception you just can’t crack the code.”Steve Beam

“Wow! This new book is an incredible compendium of some genius-level thinking about card magic. Ramon’s forte is methods based on hidden mathematical principles, cunning psychological ploys and crafty stacks. Add in several innovative new sleights, some inspired use of gaffs and some extraordinary yet commercial presentations and you have a collection of fabulous new material that will be used by magicians for decades to come. But this book contains so much more. The theoretical underpinnings of Ramon’s style and approach are thoroughly examined and explained. And keener students will be pleased to know that’s just the start; Ramon discusses much of his philosophical research and conclusions about what makes for strong magic, powerful tricks and successful magicians.

If you like fooling other magicians, then this book has your name written all over it. If you are a professional performer, there are at least half-a-dozen killer tricks that you’ll want to add to your repertoire immediately. And I finally have an answer to my question: “If Einstein had been into card magic, I wonder what kind of book he would have written?” Now I know. Highest recommendation.Mark Elsdon

“Every card magician will be fooled by his creativity and deeper concepts and thinking about card magic. I suggest you get his book before you become fooled, fried and Rioboo’d by somebody else.”Raj Madhok

“I was super impressed. Not just the volume of tricks (which there were a ton of!) but I found very often I was highlighting things throughout the book. Tools and insights within those tricks that I can apply to other areas. If you’re looking for a book with a lot of really great material plus a lot of nuances you can apply to other areas of magic that you do, check out Second Thoughts.”David Corsaro