I've published four other magazine/tabloids in my lifetime - one local, two state-wide and one nationally distributed. All were monthly or bi-monthly publications.
I am planning on starting another free, regional tab but want to begin with quarte...
Great question. In my experience, going directly to the publisher has been the best bet. They are the "big dog" in the whole mix and are just as anxious to sell books as the PR firm. Plus, you will handle your legal bases this way too.
I'm a native Texan based in the Pacific Northwest's Willamette Valley. I still have a bucket load of friends and relatives down in "God's Country." I figured I should join this group just because I need to stay connected.
A forum for sharing ideas and experiences, asking questions and discussing best practices for creating, executing, selling, and managing magazine events, conferences, and trade shows.
Austin Blues Monthly
Country Line Magazine
Lone Star Music Magazine
True Believer
I'm Looking For:
Friends, Networking, Inspiration
Professional Background: (Resume)
1994 - Began publishing Austin Blues Monthly in Austin, Texas
1996 - Co-created and published Country Line Magazine, Austin, Texas
1996 - Co-created and published Lone Star Music Magazine, Austin, Texas
1997 - Created and published True Believer Magazine
Creater and cohost for Roadhouse Revival Radio Show and Lone Star Radio Show.
Personal Interests
Music (I lead a western swing band called, "The Oregon Valley Boys)
Art and Design: I have my own graphic design studio www.hilldesignstudios.com and a fine art studio at www.artfoundango.com
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