Showing posts with label free magazines. Show all posts
Showing posts with label free magazines. Show all posts

Friday, December 19, 2014

Star Date : the Astronomy News Report

Star Date : the Astronomy News ReportI bought StarDate as a gift for my husband. We both love it and I am renewing our subscription. We have always been interested in "stargazing", and StarDate keeps us informed about what's going on in the skies.

I subscribed to this magizine early this year and was given a March 28, 2007 ship date and no later than July 25, 2007. It is now October 3, 2007. They say it was shipped, I didn't receive it. Good luck!

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Thursday, October 2, 2014

Canadian Living

Canadian LivingI've subscribed to Canadian Living for almost 20 years after reading a copy while visiting Canada. The magazine offers plenty of parenting tips (great for young families) and lots of delicious recipes.

Each time I travel over the US border I always pick up a copy of CL. To my way of thinking CL picks up more common sense and interesting articles than Good Housekeeping or Womans Day here in the States. Often, the writing has that dry Canadian humorous edge to it that you don't always get in US publications.

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I don't generally subscribe to magazines anymore, but I decided to give this one a try; it's a little bit on the expensive side, but by far it's one of the highest quality magazines I've seen in a long time. It doesn't seem to be very heavy with advertisements, either. One of the things that I enjoy the most about this magazine is there is such an abundance of cooking recipes, and many of them are very innovative, and healthy, definitely recipes that I will use. I now keep my magazines saved in with my cookbooks. I plan to give gift subscriptions to all of my sisters and mom. It's such a nice, enjoyable magazine. I would highly recommend trying it.

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Whenever I travel to Toronto, I always look forward to getting this magazine. It's closest equivalent in the US would be Good Housekeeping. I enjoy the recipes as well. After I finish with it I pass it on to others and they always enjoy it as well.

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American or Canadian this is great reading.

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Friday, August 15, 2014

Ellery Queens Mystery Magazine

Ellery Queens Mystery MagazineEllery Queen's Mystery Magazine (EQMM) is the sharper image of its sister publication, Alfred Hitchcock's (AHMM). The stories are more polished, some have literary aspirations, and I'm more likely to find the well-executed twist in an EQMM story. While not every piece is a textbook mystery (some are police procedurals or psychological thrillers), all are good entertainment.

Editor Janet Hutchings introduces each piece with a description of the story, or what the author is working on, or an introduction to the writer if this is a first story. Occasional pen and ink illustrations, while not required to enjoy any of the stories, add to the feeling that EQMM is richer than AHMM. Some authors appear every month (Edward Hoch, amazing!) or almost as much (Doug Allyn) and deliver a quality story every time. There are plenty of other writers to enjoy; some are series tales with a recurring character, some create new worlds but impress with their mastery of the short story form.

EQMM relies on fewer gimmicky departments and more fiction. There is a book review column, calling your attention to novels worth reading.

If you love mysteries you should be getting both AHMM and EQMM.

Note: Starting with the 2004 issues, EQMM will publish only 10 issues a year; 2 will be "double issues" with almost twice as many pages. I remember when the Dell Magazines published 13 issues a year, including the "mid-December" one; back then the magazines came every 4 weeks. Those were the days and I have shown myself to be a certified grumpy codger.

Ellery Queen's Mystery Magazine consistently delivers solid stories every month. As others have noted, not every story is a gem, but I usually find *at least* one really good story per issue, and most of the rest are quite enjoyable. (With around 10 stories per issue, you have to expect the occasional dud.)

This has been true for as long as I've been reading the magazine, which must be close to 30 years, now! The quality of the writing is consistently good, because the editors know what they're doing.

As a previous reviewer said, it is a good idea to pick up one issue to see if you like the kinds of stories EQ has to offer. But if you like that one issue, you can be sure you will enjoy others.

Note: Though it's known as EQ "Mystery Magazine", not all stories are mysteries. They do all fall generally into the "crime" category.

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My 80+ year old mother used to enjoy EQMM when I was a kid, so I thought she'd like a subscription for her birthday last year. Wrong! With the very first issue, she started complaining that there was too much bad language and sex in the stories. So I checked it out, and it did seem to be a lot, but no more than what I've come to expect from books, tv, and movies today. For her though, it was understandably racy, and to prove her point she dug out some old EQMM and read some stories. The difference in writing was immediately obvious. The older issues were infinitely better written, with less bad language and no sexual content.

I'm not saying it's a bad magazine, but if you're considering this for gift subscription for someone who enjoyed EQMM years ago, be aware that it's not the same as the magazine they used to read.

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EQMM is definitely a worthwhile magazine for any true fan of mysteries. Is every story exceptional, of course not and that's unrealistic to expect it to be. The stories are however entertaining and you get the opportunity to see something from some of your favorite writers. I think it's enjoyable to read a short story from writers you like whether it is a surefire classic or just another tale. To address, some of the issues by the jaded first reviewer, look at it from the standpoint of a mystery lover. If the publishers only produced great classic books, we would have only a handful of books each year, instead of the masses that readers have the fun of combing thru each year. The pages smudge, but this is not a magazine that is mass produced like People or Time or Sports Illustrated. At the current price, you could probably only get one to two stories a month for glossy pages. If you're reluctant to get a subscription then at least go to your local bookstore and buy the latest copy of EQMM and find out for yourself how enjoyable getting a quick glimpse into dozen of mystery writers can be.

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I absolutely love this magazine! This is a wonderful read for any who like short stories and mysteries! The magazine includes new writers as well as more well known ones. A wonderful magazine!

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Sunday, August 10, 2014

Good Old Days

Good Old DaysIf you are like me, and have a fondness for the 1930's and 1940's, you will love this magazine. It is filled with warm and funny stories of those happy days gone by. Times may have been hard, but they really were better. Neighbors were real neighbors, growing up was more innocent, families were closer, and when you married your high school sweetheart, it stuck.

Everything from family memories of growing up during the great depression to a young man's memories of his first car during the 1940's are told by the people themselves. There is something to love here for just about everyone in the family. Whether it's a young girl's remembrance of mornings in the kitchen baking with Grandma (which includes a recipe), or a young soldier's tale of being shot down over the Netherlands and aided to freedom with the help of the daring Dutch underground, you'll be transported to better times.

If you are nostalgic at all, you'll enjoy this greatly as I do. There are always photos or illustrations to accompany the warm and funny memories of those who lived through these times. From home remedies to stories of the big band era, you really will enjoy every article. The glossy cover always has a nostalgic picture and the inside, quite appropriately, is on black and white paper. Film and music stars from these times are fondly remembered as well.

You won't be disappointed in this magazine. The short and enjoyable stories will leave a warm feeling in your heart. It will, however, make you a bit sad that these days are gone forever. I have a couple of very good copies of Modern Screen with Deanna Durbin on the cover from the 1940's I have collected and Good Old Days sits quite nicely between them. I even discovered a new source for collecting old time radio shows in the magazine's advertisements I intend to check out.

All in all, a real bargain and one magazine that's nice to have around the house.

As a member of a couple of writing workshops, of which, at 54, I am considered the baby of the group, I am privileged to hear stories of "The Good Old Days" on a weekly basis. They write of making do during the depression, of the war(some going back as far as WWI), of growing up facing prejudices, of the simple but enjoyable ways of making their own fun(no xbox, TV or Computer needed), their schooling, but most of all the very fond memories of the era. I attend every week, and I follow these true life stories, that are poignant, funny,important, and sometimes sad. The generation we call "Seniors", is truly the greatest generation, and the stories they write should be considered treasures, and should be passed down from generation to generation, so they just don't fade away into oblivion.

"The Good Old Days" is a magazine, that holds tons of articles, poems and essays for every generation to treasure.

Most seem to be of the 1930 's and 1940's, but you will also find some dating back and ahead another decade or so.They are real stories of real people who have interesting and nostalgic tales to.First loves(back when courting was still a most wonderful custom), Family Outings(they actually went places and did things like picnics, hay rides, etc),a soldier's story,Big Band era music and dancing,childhood memories of playing or working in the kitchen with mom, fun on the farm, attending Community happenings, small town, and city ways, Uniting as neighbors(now there's a good idea!) are all part of this excellent view of the past. And so much more.

You'll also find among the pages, little quizzes, to keep you thinking, photographs of days gone by,a classified section where people can list old items that are wanted. The ads, which don't over power the essays are all geared toward the senior.Music from the era, a miniature Ford Model A,Ma and Pa Kettle video collections, etc.

The Magazine isn't anything fancy and doesn't need to be. The cover always has some Rockwellesque sort of picture, the pages are like those of a newspaper in black and white(only magazine size). The subscription offer here is an excellent value, as you can pour over the stories for hours.

I looked for this to be available on audio, but could not find it. This seems like a periodical that begs to be on cassette.

"The Good Old Days" is a favorite in my workshops, and get passed around. For seniors, it is a most enjoyable and nostalgic read. One that sparks memories and encourages new stories. For the rest of us, an educational and a precious look at History preserved in the form of some great Senior Moments.

Enjoy the read....Laurie

also recommended:The Writer Within You: A Step-by-Step Guide to Writing and Publishing in Your Retirement Years

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My parents were born around 1930 and this magazine is their favorite reading. All these years I've never seen them so eager for a piece of mail to arrive. Both my mom and dad told me that this is the first and only magazine they've ever read cover to cover (and I mean every inch).

Typically the issues contain old photos that readers send in showing how things were for everyday people. Along with those pictures are stories/anecdotes. In the stories the folks mention a lot of old-timey stuff that the reader may not have thought of in years. Also included are old advertisements, costs of goods, songs, recipes, and miscellaneous household tips.

This makes a fantastic gift subscription.

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Your grandparents will love this magazine! I bought this subscription two years ago for my Dad (as a gift from my daughter) and I will continue to renew this magazine as it makes for very meaningful conversations. Grandparents enjoy reflecting on the past and sharing their memories with those they love, especially grandchildren. The magazine stays on the coffee table which also allows for other family members and neighbors to enjoy as well. What an excellent conversation starter.

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I subscribed to this magazine for at least 15 years and agree with all the good things other reviewers have to say. Unfortunately, with the retirement of the long-time editor, a major format change was implemented. One of these included dropping a regular favorite, "Wanted," in which readers sent in requests for long lost poems, songs, sayings, friends, collectibles, and "card showers," which brought happiness I am sure to thousands of people over the years. The audience now, judging from many of the articles, is aimed at people born in the 1950's and 1960's. Even the ad inserts are targeted, based on the photos, at people in their 20's and 30's.

I decided to cancel my subscription and, because I was really unhappy, accept the published guarantee, which reads, "If at any time you're not completely satisfied with Good Old Days magazine, you can cancel your subscription and receive a full and immediate refund of the entire subscription price. No questions asked." This guarantee has appeared in the magazine for years and is still on page 6 of the March/April 2013 issue.

I had renewed for several years for $27.97 before knowing about the format change. I cancelled online and got an immediate email giving my refund as $9.33. I called Customer Service and was told that a full refund had to be requested at the time of cancellation because, "We don't offer it--you have to ask." Of course, there is no place on the Web site to do ask. The lady I spoke to was quite snippy and sort of implied that I was an unpleasant person for expecting them to actually do what the guarantee said. I still do not know whether Good Old Days will live up to the promise because after she said, "You mean you really want the full refund?" and I replied "yes," she said have a nice day and hung up.

It is sad to see something that was great fall down. I will be replacing this with Reminisce.

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Monday, May 5, 2014

Site Selection

Site SelectionSite Selection Magazine is the leading resource for industrial real estate professionals. Their insightful articles are written by professionals with deep ties in the market. Site Selection Magazine has filled the economic development niche for more than 5 decades.

Monday, March 17, 2014

Good Housekeeping (1-year auto-renewal)

Good HousekeepingI have received "ladies'magazines" for many years and keep coming back to GH. I am 57, single, have little reading time for pleasure and little interest in or time for walking through stores to keep up with products, new ideas, etc for women. I don't' even spend much time on the net for this information. I like GH's reputation for quality (GH Seal of Approval and assessment of products), the price (it requires ads to sell the magazine at this low price in today's market; GH passes some on to the customer by keeping the subscription cost low), and the timeliness and the variety of topics interesting women. And I enjoy the tidbits of celebrity information without excessively intimate details of their personal lives that have no impact on the reason I enjoy their performances/talent. It's the only "overall" magazine of this kind that addresses things I want to know about on a consistent basis without becoming the same every month, which is something I don't like about many other periodicals. I also enjoy the ads; otherwise, I would never know of foods, beauty aids, cooking techniques and equipment, fashions, shoes, books, etc. I look forward to getting my GH. When topics greatly interest me, I cut and file them. Also, when I finish with one while flying, I can always find another woman who is happy to take it on their flight.

As some of the youngsters say today, "It's all good!"

Of all the magazines, this one has the best layout.

Whether you are looking for the latest news on your favorite star or are looking for a new recipe...this magazine has it all.

You know how many magazines say: "Oh, we are going to tell you about...." And five minutes later, you are still looking for "that" article. Well, in this magazine they have a great Contents page with a special: "On the Cover" section. So, if you want to read about Nicole Kidman she is on page 110! OK, that was in the November 2001 issue and it is quite a sad article. What ever happened to the fairy tale? I just don't know...

Now, if you love reading about other people who are making the news, the People section always has something fun to read about. Fashion and beauty gives ideas on the latest nail color or makeup tips. The articles on relationships are interesting.

This magazine also has sections for: Health & Well Being, Consumer Sense, The Better Way, Food & Home, Fiction, Departments and Columns. The TECH section is always of interest. There is a definite focus on women, as in: "The Best Cell Phones for Women." Plus, this is where you can find Heloise giving out the newest Household Tips.

My favorite page is the looks, trends, and news page where they always give you ideas for holidays or feature beauty products like Pumpkin Pie body wash in November. The recipes are often multicultural and you can find anything from Lebkuchen to Pavlova with Passion Fruit Sorbet.

In my top 10 of favorite magazines!

~The Rebecca Review

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Good Housekeeping is a wholesome, clean, serious magazine. Various topics that may be found in an issue how to raise children, household tips, financial help, or marriage advice suggest that the magazine is geared towards the middle-aged to the older woman. I'm married and only in my 20s, but I still get so much out of reading the articles and advice anyway.

I absolutely love this magazine! I was looking for a magazine with good, long articles to read, and I found this great one. They even re-designed the look, and it's excellent. Everything is more organized, clearly separated into their respective sections, and each page is clearly marked with the section header so I'll always know which section I'm on.

I particularly enjoy the articles about real-life triumphs and tragedies, Talk to Me by Joy Behar about relationship advice, and Peggy Post's Etiquette Dilemmas.

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Ok, Amazon has it at 10.00 as of Feb 2004, and the cover price is 2.50 Enough said right there. But let me inspire you further, Amazon's price is even cheaper than directly from the publisher!!! OK, as for the magazine itself, this is another one my mom likes to read and which I find myself checking out from time to time. Good Housekeeping has existed for many years and is ranked 5th in the USA for sales! It has a circulation of over 4,000,000. It covers an array of topics including: food, fitness, beauty, child care, money management, health news, travel, and human interest stories. This is a magazine that would be great for any homemaker (is that one word or two?) If you are a parent or someone who has their own place, this magazine could be a big benefit to you. It's main aim is at women, though many men read it for its insightful articles.

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Was once an excellent, reliable mag, with all sorts of helpful information on different subjects. Now, it's mostly adverts with a few pages of info and recipes here and there, and half of it seems to be geared toward housewives who are intent upon watching every calorie. I guess if you're ocd about your weight and you're looking for another way to beat yourself up, this is for you.

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Saturday, January 25, 2014

Singing News Magazine

Singing News MagazineI have been exposed to the Singing News for going on 30 years and I am totally sold on its contributors as well as it's staff. This publication keeps fans and gospel music listeners abreast of the up and coming events, personnel changes and special needs of groups that travel around singing Southern Gospel music. I truly love the articles and pictures which bring some very popular people down to a regular persons level. By no means are they gods but they all (gospel music legends) are held in high regards. If you desire to be informed in this venue of music, this would be the magazine for you.

Just subscribed to The Singing News and received it after about 6 wks! Thanks for putting our Gospel group, THE TIPTONS, inside the July 2012 (pg 36) issue. Love how you all help Southern Gospel groups and report on and about them. God bless you!:)

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As a voice teacher and singer, I love to go through all the singing material out there to review for my own blog: . Singing News is a really impressive little magazine that caters to the Southern Gospel Singing community. I haven't seen a singing magazine like it. I really enjoyed the lay out and the information it had. I would only subscribe of course if this is your genre interest since it is so specific and perfect for that.

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Singing News is an outstanding magazine reporting on Southern Gospel music. It contains articles by the artists themselves along with upcoming concerts and releases. If you like Southern Gospel music, this is the magazine to have.

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Voters need more reliable information concerning the Gospel Music Awards Ceremonies:

*Rules and Regulations

*Eligibility

*Objectives

*Council Members

*Memberships and Privileges

*Relinquishing Membership

*Membership/Nominee Disqualification

Any member/nominee found indulging in acts contrary to the purposes and activities of the program should be removed by the Council by following the due procedure as laid down in

bye-laws. The Council should set a probationary period of 1 to 3 years for renomination. In good faith, an individual may resign his/her nomination.

Council members should relinquish their membership when it comes to receiving awards or honors at the ceremonies.

My favorite group walked away with numerous awards. I have always believe that they were #1, but three of the group members serve as Board of Directors for several southern gospel music events.

Some people are questioning why their favorite group wasn't nominated for an award. There are other qualified people who can serve on the board of directors.

I haven't mastered the craft of writing, but it can't be any worst than trying to read those pseudo-blog sites that are under various disguises and names.

They may feel comfortable writing their comments on those site because their views will not get publish in the Singing News Magazine.

We are not fans but friends of Gospel Musical Ministries. We should not relinquish our identity in Christ and relinquish our right to vote! We need an Independent Vote Analysis to ensure Voting Integrity for the Gospel Music Industry.

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Opera News (1-year auto-renewal)

Opera NewsI have been a subscriber of Opera news for over 5 years now, and I eagerly look forward to the arrival of each issue. Not only does Opera News provide information about the Metropolitan Opera in New York, but also every major opera house in the world. I feel connected with all that is going on in the world of opera when I read Opera News. The timely articles about performers, performances, and recordings help me to make informed decisons about what to see and what to buy. I highly recommend Opera News to anyone who loves opera.

I've been a subscriber to Opera News for almost forty years. (Now THAT's a sobering thought!) And indeed it is the opera-lover's best friend. There is always a lot going on in the opera world, over and above the performances themselves. And Opera News is a great place to keep up. Of course, it focuses primarily on the Metropolitan Opera and in particular the the Saturday afternoon broadcasts (I'm listening to a delectable 'Don Giovanni' as I write this--'La ci darem la mano').

And for people who are new to the world of opera it is easily the best periodical for easing them into this admittedly difficult (at first) art form. The price is terrific, too.

If you've hesitated before, now's the time!

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I am a young singer who is really excited about what's ahead. I love Amazon because I can find everything I need. Opera News teaches me about all the professional artist, I get Classical singer which talks to me as a young artist with audition listings, and Voice Lessons To Go by Vaccarino (two volumes of singing lessons on CDyey!). Now if I could just get an agent of this site!

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(2008 HOLIDAY TEAM)I have only recently become an opera enthusiast partially because I realized I needed to be old enough to appreciate it and also because of my intimidation of those who are quite knowledgeable about it. That's why I heartily endorse a subscription to "Opera News", which I find to be by far, the most reader-friendly of magazines dedicated to opera and classical music. It is probably not as comprehensive as others are, but it makes for educational and entertaining reading at a level that would make sense to anyone interested in learning more about opera. Published monthly by the Metropolitan Opera Guild, it naturally places primary focus on the Met's performances, but it also does an excellent job in covering performances at venues around the world. The layout and graphic quality are as polished as any popular entertainment publication.

The feature articles are consistently informative and well-written, especially in their efforts to broaden perspectives on opera relative to other performing arts (e.g., Broadway, early movie musicals) and spotlighting historic performances. Generally showcased as the cover stories, there are in-depth profiles of the leading performers rising, established and legendary. There is also a comprehensive section devoted to reviews of recordings and performances available on CD and DVD, which I find very helpful in prioritizing my own purchase decisions. In fact, I was lucky enough to travel to New York last month to see the wondrous Stephen Wadsworth production of Handel's "Rodelinda" at the Met, and the December 2004 issue (with star countertenor David Daniels on the cover) gave me all the information I could use to heighten my anticipation of that superb performance. If you are a long-time opera aficionado or a neophyte like myself, it would be difficult to find a more worthwhile publication on the newsstands. Also worth noting is the accompanying Web site () that includes online exclusives of particular reviews, easy access to archived issues and daily news updates in the opera world.

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A Great scource of information for lovers of opera and classical recital singing. As a singer myself by avocation, it's great to know what the pros are up to, to read stories and interviews from some past luminaries and to see what's up with the regional and international opera scene.

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Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Babybug

BabybugYears ago, my daughter received a subscription to Babybug magazine for her first birthday. It was probably the best gift we ever received! The pages are heavy stock so they don't tear (they are not really board books, but close enough). Essentially, there a number of short books within each magazine. There are also poems and rhymes that are very easy to turn into simple songs. (We've "sung" many of them!). Beautiful pictures too! There are continuing stories with the same characters like Kim and Carrots (a story about a little girl and her stuffed bunny). The makers of this magazine really know kids and families. They celebrate simple things like playing with daddy in the park, tumbling in the grass, making cookies, playing with a big red ball, etc. etc.

On the back of every book/magazine, there are four pictures that are taken from the pages, and my daughter loved this mini "I Spy" game.

Besides all of these wonderful features, you get issues throughout the year! I can't recommend this magazine enough. Beautifully done. We still have the "books", years later. My daughter is now 6 and she won't part with them.

I originally got a year long subscription to Babybug when my older son (now 3 1/2) was about a year old. He absolutely adored it from the first issue. In fact, it was one of the few "books" he would sit still for. When he turned two, I got a Ladybug subscription for him, but I wish I had gotten a second year of Babybug instead. Ladybug should really be for 3 and up (not 2 and up like it suggests). Now we read our old Babybugs to my younger son who is 16 months. They have held up great (a few have been taped because of so much use!) Now that we are reading them again, my older son loves to listen to them too!

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My parents gave my son a subscription to BabyBug as a present for his first birthday, and when the first issue arrived I have to confess I wasn't impressed. Most of the stories were short -some, only a two page spreadand many of the stories & art seemed remarkably bland. Well, what do I know? My son LOVES it! The brevity of the stories suits his tiny attention span, and the "bland" stories about kids falling down or picking flowers or what-have-you fascinate him. He clearly relates to the simplicity of the stories revolving around toddlers.

The magazine itself is nicely put togetherthe pages are sturdy enough to withstand juice spills and rough handling, and the size is just right for a small hands. I appreciate the lack of advertising, too. (Although I should note that each issue is stuffed with subscription cards. Better to pluck these out before you hand it to your kid.)

All in all a terrific magazine for the very young, and a great idea for a shower gift.

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I LOVE this magazine, and more importantly my 2-year-old daughter LOVES this magazine. I agree with all the other rave reviews on this page. This is a GREAT magazine for toddlers!

I do want other parents to be aware of one thing, though. This company sold my daughter's name and address to other companies and we have begun to receive inappropriate consumer catalogs addressed to her. Because no other company has her address, I called customer service and spoke to a rep there. She told me that yes, they did sell my daughter's name and address. She then said she would remove my daughter's name from the list. I appreciated the admission, however, I thought other parents might want to be aware of this.

I wrote a similar review a few years back for Ladybug Magazine and lodged a complaint with the company about selling the addresses of little children. Sadly, their policy remains unchanged and I get even more [inappropriate] junk mail for my younger child.

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**I wrote the following five (!) years ago and things have changed. My youngest, now six, developed a profound and severe developmental disability (called Penelope Syndrome or ESES), so in many cognitive respects he is still a baby / early toddler. We have been getting Babybug magazine for five+ years, and I am so grateful. He LOVES it. He lights up when I say "Kim and Carrots!" (Kim is a toddler and Carrots her stuffed bunny: they have a little story in the beginning of nearly every issue.) For whatever reason my son is fascinated with Kim and Carrots. Additionally, my son really, deeply responds to the melodic, rhythmic nature of the rhymes / brief stories. I find them (stories / rhymes) very easy to read in a sing-songy voice -they are pleasing to the ear, and he giggles and claps and tries to turn the page or prevent me from turning a page so we can reread. For him, I read each page twice, and then the whole story / rhyme all over again, at least one (usually two three) more time. I don't know if the repetition might help him but he certainly likes it, and I do know that the repetition is good for him, allows his brain time to process what we're hearing. I like the different artwork but I don't think it makes a difference to him (hard to tell). This is the only children's mag to which we still subscribe: the others really held no appeal for him. We'll be getting this magazine f-o-r-e-v-e-r, or so it feels. I'm glad it exists because he really loves it, esp. Kim and Carrots.

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My children (ages 3 and 1) both love books and we're regular library visitors; I thought getting magazines would be a terrific supplement. Well ... thus far I'm the one who's getting the most from the magazines. I don't know if the characters, illustrations, stories, aren't appealing to my children. ??? Of our three subscriptions, the children seem to be most interested in Wild Animal Baby -not this or Click. (and Click is by far the least favorite) I still think Babybug is cute, albeit expensive (seriously, esp. given my children's [lack of] interest). If I'd known my children's reaction(s), I most likely wouldn't have ordered it.

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Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Santa Fean

Santa FeanI ordered this magazine for my brother, who visited Santa Fe and loved it. He says it's a wonderful magazine beautiful photography and very informative. He asked me to give it to him again this Christmas!

Tuesday, August 27, 2013

American Angler (1-year auto-renewal)

American AnglerBought this for my husband, an avid fly fisherman. It's a great magazine with interesting, relevant, and informative articles. It has articles about locations throughout the US and does not merely focus on the most expensive or exotic locations. Not too many ads. Good customer service so far. Highly recommended.

This is a nice magazine with skills and great photos. Nice for beginners or experienced. Good product reviews. and travel ideas.

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I think this is the best angler magazine out there. I am a fly fisherman and love it.

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Good magazine for the fly fisherman. Articles cover both the "where to" and the "how to." Excellent photos and helpful hints.

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I know you can read a lot of online magazines over the net, but is always nice to have a magazine siting on your table in front of a nice fire and enjoy a Sunday afternoon reading.

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