Richard J. Kaufman

Who is Richard J. Kaufman?

Richard J. Kaufman is a prolific author, publisher, illustrator, and editor of books and magazines in the field of magic. Born in 1958 in New York City, he became interested in magic at age 5 after receiving some novelties from the S.S. Adams company sent by his uncle Alan Soffin. This was followed up by a gift of several magic books. Richard's father, Lewis C. Kaufman, also encouraged his interest by purchasing tricks at a magic shop, learning them, and demonstrating them to his son.