Daily Archives: Monday, October 21, 2002

Here’s something you don’t see often. The launch of a weekly magazine. As “spinoff” from Thedeal.com. Tick-tock.

My man Samir is quoted in today’s Chicago Tribune on his new expertise: magazine closures. This time, on why SI Women died: Quote: “They had a complete lack of focus. Their unique selling feature disappeared hard and fast.” A fuzzy … Continue reading →

Bonnie Fuller was named editor of the year by Advertising Age. Real Simple, the best magazine. You can download a PDF of the “A List” of best magazines from Advertising Age’s website.

The annual consumer magazine conference opened yesterday in Arizona. Here’s a link to Ad Age’s preview.

David Carr of the NYT reports there will be no Christmas parties at Time Inc. this year, saving as much as $1 million. Quote: “I don’t really care,” (one employee) said. “It was always this drunken, slightly awkward affair that … Continue reading →