Content:

16 OUR COVER: EDWIN A. DAWES 
Dale Salwak remembers magic’s beloved historian in a touching tribute. 

25 WHAT’S IN A NAME? 
Ring Reports Editor Dr. Steven Schlanger continues his popular series about the magicians for whom I.B.M. Rings have been named. 
26 ROBERT ORBEN 
In this heartfelt remembrance, Rick Heath recalls the celebrated comedy writer who published scores of books for magicians and comedians during his prolific career. 

32 CREATIVE ALCHEMY 
Jafo, the resident magician at Universal Resort Orlando, shares ideas for using ChatGPT-4 to transform your ideas into magic. 
39 A PORTRAIT OF THE PROFESSIONAL 
Dale Salwak reflects on the beauty and magic of travel, and its impact on magicians’lives and performances.

Columns 
12 FROM THE EDITOR 
13 THE PRESIDENT’S PAGE 
42 FROM OUR UK 

CORRESPONDENT 
52 MARKETING MAGIC 
56 POLISHING THE RINGS 
66 TEACHING MAGIC 

Departments 
36 YOUTH TRIVIA 
94 HOCUS IN FOCUS 
100 BROKEN WAND 

Trick Section 
 69 MARK AUSTIN 
 ONE-MAN PARADE 
 87 THE CARD CORNER 
 89 SIMPLE DIVERSIONS
 91 CRAFT STORE MAGIC 

92 AUTO-MAGIC 
Miscellaneous 
14 PICTURES FROM THE PAST 
15 BOARD NOMINATIONS 
46 MAGIC AND MEMORIES 

44 GREEN MAGIC 
58 DIALOGUES 
68 SICK & CONVALESCENT 
152 APPLICATIONS/ 

REINSTATEMENTS

-- The Linking Ring is the I.B.M.’s monthly journal of magic. Each issue contains over 160 pages of fascinating performer profiles, historical features, and magic for all skill levels, from beginner to advanced performer. Our famous “Hocus Pocus Parade” features in-depth explanations with wonderful artwork by Tony Dunn, one of the best illustrators in magic. Plus, read the reviews of the latest releases of magic books, tricks, and videos. To top it off, each issue includes information on the monthly meetings of I.B.M. Rings around the world. Find out which group is right for you, and get involved to enjoy the magic!