The creation and solution of magic squares has certainly escalated over the last several years. But, I hasten to add, for me and possibly many others, it was Harry Lorayne's books and tapes that piqued my interest not only in magic squares but in the broader area of mathematical magic. I am forever indebted to him for introducing me to this form of entertainment.

I have today released a new magic square method: "Birthday Magic Square" https://www.lybrary.com/birthday-magic-square-p-923360.html There is zero math and the effect turns out to be stronger for spectators. This has become my favorite impromptu magic square effect. People are loving it.

Thanks Chris! It was really a refreshing booklet! I can really recommend it!

The good thing about the new generations born after 2002 is that if you split their birthdays in four pieces (example 2008-may-31), you will get 31, 5, 20, 8 and no number will stand out as suprisingly high as the case is where people is born 1950-1999.

Gus, thanks. I am very happy you liked my recent publication. With my method all numbers cluster around the numbers that have been entered by the spectator. And on top you have a bit of flexibility to shape in which direction they will lean.

It's not enough to just read Jim Solberg's books once. I'm constantly finding new ideas and suggestions because my knowledge and point of view are also changing. For example, I just found an excellent idea to force a magic sum in Jim's new book.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge!