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NYC is Happy
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Because it will join Ed for drinks in the back garden of Lunasa in the E. Village from 7 to 9 p.m. on Monday, July 25.

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Yo, Philly! Yo, Houston!
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Any interest in having an Ed2010 chapter in your city? Pop an e-mail to sunny@ed2010.com if so.

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News
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1. Yahoo News
Reader's Digest Publishes 1,000 Issue
By Jim Fitzgerald
7/18/05
http://news.yahoo.com/news?tmpl=story&u=/ap/20050718/ap_on_en_ot/digest_s_1000th_2

If your grandmother claims she's squirreled away every issue of Reader's Digest, there will soon be an easy way to check: just go up to the attic and count to 1,000.

The 1,000th issue of the 83-year-old minimagazine comes out this week, and the occasion is likely to prompt thoughts about the Digest's colorful history and its status as an American symbol.

But the magazine, which is celebrating with a party in Manhattan on Thursday night, is studiously looking forward rather than back. The commemorative August issue includes a 95-page section devoted to "the big ideas that will change our lives in the next five to ten years," such as do-it-yourself doctoring, food as medicine and extreme vacations.

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2. Newsday
Magazine auditors get tough
By Mark Harrington
7/19/05
http://www.newsday.com/business/ny-bzcirc4349303jul19,0,4536790.story

As Inflight Newspapers & Magazines Inc. fades from view amid federal probes of industry circulation practices, publishers that had relied on it to deliver magazines to airlines face hurdles proving that circulation through the distributor was paid for and legitimate.

In a signal of the problems some of the nation's leading magazines may face, BPA Worldwide, a magazine-industry auditing company, emphasized last week in a letter to members that it would not allow an exemption from its rules for publishers who could not document paid circulation through Inflight, which is based in Valley Stream. At least one member had sought an exemption, citing lack of response from Inflight, whose offices appear to be closed. The company has been beset by a lawsuit by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and by federal probes of its distribution practices.

The Audit Bureau of Circulations, a rival of BPA, also has been examining how to deal with issues arising from Inflight's apparent closure, and could announce guidelines as soon as today, sources said. As many as 80 high-profile magazines could be affected if ABC takes a hard line, as expected, on exemptions for Inflight and another company, Ebsco, one source said.

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3. The Globe and Mail
Frank magazine to return on-line
By Jen Gerson
7/20/05
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/ArticleNews/TPStory/LAC/20050720/FRANK20/TPNational/Canada

Frank magazine, the pulp tabloid notorious for its lascivious insider gossip, spotty scoops, satire and coarse political commentary, is to start up again on-line in September.

A teaser website at http://www.efrank.ca , put up about a week ago, depicts a chainsaw cutting a Pinocchio-style nose from the face of Prime Minister Paul Martin; a caption boasts that the new Frank will be "sharper than ever."

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Whisper Jobs
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Ed hears...

. . . that Atlanta-based Textile Industries Media Group (part of Billian Publishing), has an opening for an assistant/associate editor - maybe more advanced, depending... Responsibilities for this full-time position include news, departments and features, editing stories, and writing for online-exclusive content. The Group has three titles, one in English, one Spanish and one bilingual English/Chinese - each have corresponding websites and e-newsletters. They aren't translations of each other, but share when necessary. Candidate must possess strong attention to detail, excellent writing skills, and a good sense of organization and be highly productive - there is plenty to do! Do you speak Spanish or Chinese - not essential, but could be helpful. Send resume and cover letter to Jim Borneman, Publisher, Textile Industries Media Group (jborneman@billian.com). Don't wait, this will probably happen fast. (OK to mention Ed)

. . .that Health magazine is looking for a managing editor. Duties include enforcing deadlines and overseeing issue closes; maintaining editorial calendar; working with advertising to determine page makeup for each issue; supervising copy, fact-checking, and production departments; authorizing freelancer payments; and monitoring budgets. Top candidates are likely to be those who have had prior experience as a managing editor, copy chief, or production manager. (Do NOT mention Ed)

. . .that Time Out New York is looking for a freelance market editor. Would be part-time (2 or 3 days a week), and involve covering a broad mix of fashion/accessories/gift/home/tech markets (including scouting NYC boutiques, attending trade shows, press events and market appointments), reporting to editors weekly on trends and regularly pitching and producing story ideas. Essentials: Strong industry contacts, styling experience and lots of good ideas and concepts. (Don't mention Ed)

. . .that Paladin, Chicago--an Advertising, Marketing, Creative recruitment and staffing firm--is looking for a financial editor with 3-5 yrs of experience--national magazine experience a plus! Please send inquiries to Chi-Talent@paladinstaff.com. Include a cover letter describing your financial background, any relevant samples, and a resume. This is for a client of ours located in the Chicago Loop! (OK to mention Ed)

. . .that Rap-Up, a national hip-hop and R&B print magazine, is looking for interns to conduct interviews and write stories for upcoming issues. This is an unpaid internship, but is a great way to build up published clips in a national glossy. Candidates should have journalism experience, hip-hop knowledge, and be able to conduct in-person or phone interviews in NY or LA. Please send cover letter, resume, and writing clips to jobs@rap-up.com. Looking for interns to start immediately. (OK to mention Ed)

. . .that Weight Watchers Magazine is seeking an intern for the Fall 2005 semester. Schedule is flexible, approximately 3 days a week. Depending on experience, intern will assist editors with article research, fact-checking, and light administrative duties, and perhaps do some writing (sidebars, etc.). Intern may also assist the production department, so knowledge of Quark is helpful (but not required). Journalism majors and students with experience in campus journalism preferred. Internship is unpaid; college credit may be arranged. Please send resumes to Barbara Brody, senior editor, at brodyb@wwpublishinggroup.com. No phone calls, please. (OK to mention Ed)