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The February Genii cover is occupied by Mr. David Kovac, a big hit at our most recent Genii Convention, though it seems a million years ago now. David is an unusually multi-talented individual. Dustin Stinett forged the story at a safe COVID distance just for you.

In “Conjuring,” Jim Steinmeyer explains an amazing virtual mental effect that’s so strong I can’t even whisper the name here. * David Britland “Cardopolizes” a Spectator Cuts to the Aces. * Roberto Mansilla “Splitz” his prediction card in “Artifices.” * John Gaughan gazes into a Spirit Clock in “Chamber of Secrets.” * Libby Ward explains the online virtual Friday Lunches arranged by John Kippen for Academy of Magical Arts members in “Knights at The Magic Castle.” * Jonathan Friedman shoves three good tricks right atcha in “Magicana.” * Jon Racherbaumer turns 81 and pulls another oldie out of the closet in “Exhumations.” * Chloe Olewitz surveys the world in “The Eye.”

Three more friend have departed this month. We have obituaries for Al Cohen, George Goebel, and Bob Dorian (head of the Magic Castle Juniors for many years).

This month we welcome a new reviewer, pro-magician Mark Phillips will review tricks, David Britland reviews books, and Joe M. Turner reviews videos.