Conundrum – Issue 1

A Curiosity-Filled Magazine for Discerning Magicians

• No ads
• 100 pages
• Just Magic

Conundrum is an independent magazine based in Montreal, crafted by the husband-and-wife duo Marc Trudel and Sophie-Anne Vachon. This publication aims to celebrate the art of magic, showcasing talented magicians and contributing positively to the magic community.

Completely ad-free and printed in Canada on high-quality paper, Conundrum feels more like a book than a magazine. Each issue is packed with interviews, profiles, tricks, discoveries, and creative inspiration, all explored with a discerning eye. We focus on the remarkable aspects of magic that deserve to be celebrated.

Inside Issue 1, you’ll discover:

• Ernie’s Center Double: An unpublished technique by Ernest Earick that inspired Ray Kosby’s Raise Rise.
• Chung’s Center Double Variation: Derrick Chung shares applications of this technique and previews upcoming Earick books.
• Cap No Cap Sharpie: A portable pseudo-hypnosis trick by Alex Boyer.
• Soul Mates: Jeff Hinchliffe presents a gimmick-free anniversary-waltz routine.
• Bringing Chaos to the Zarrow Shuffle: Bernardo Sedlacek reveals a brilliant variation on this classic technique.
• Chug Chug Goose: Rune Klan’s unique take on a trick from Eric Leclerc, used in his FISM performance as a tribute to the Amazing Jonathan.
• Where’s my Sandwich: A previously unpublished finale for a sandwich routine by Ed Marlo, brought to life with Bill Malone’s help.
• Sticky Hand Job: A fun card stab concept created by Daniel Garcia and Chris Ramsay on the set of Big Trick Energy!
• Everyday I’m Shufflin’: A practical false shuffle solution for the Rubik’s cube, straight from Derrick Chung’s show.
• It’s Nothing: Ghislain Lavoie shares pro tips for performing for children, along with the current closer from his show.

What They Are Saying:

“It is probably the best magic magazine out there right now.” – Chris Ramsay

“What a great, modern magic publication. It has an amazing look that has been lacking in magic publications.” – Marc DeSouza

“Took a look at this new journal in the dealer’s room at FISM. Highly recommended! It’s a big fat good-looking magazine!” – Richard Kaufman