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This book is sorely needed… a must purchase… The writing style is accessible and there is a useful glossary. Ive produced small-circulation magazines for years and I learned new things. I just wish this book had been around when I was moderating coursework. – Media Education Association NewsletterI would recommend both books and if you are seriously considering magazines for analysis and production exercises, both the [Magazines] Handbook and the [Magazine] Production book are essential buys. – Media Education Association Newsletter

Magazine Production is a guide to the practical processes of taking a magazine from initial idea to final print, and is aimed at those who wish to produce a title as part of their studies or for distribution on a small scale. It gives readers an overview of the essential elements to take into consideration when creating a magazine, including legal issues, the relation between editorial and design, and preparation (more…)

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