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New & Noted Magazine Launch Announcements, 2004

Magazine Publisher Description Date Frequency
Ajaa! Latino Life in the U.S.A. Andres Neidig Ajuaa! will be aimed mostly at affluent Hispanic business owners and white-collar workers in Colorado. Thirty percent of its future copy will run in Spanish to appeal to newly arrived Mexican immigrants in the Colorado area. October 2004 Bimonthly publication
All In Bhu Srinivasan A magazine about poker will feature noted players Howard Lederer, Chris Jesus Ferguson, and Phil Gordon as contributors. May 2004 Bimonthly publication
All You Time Inc. All You is aimed at value-conscious American women. It will cover interpersonal relationships, home repair and real-life practical solutions to everyday problems. August 2004 Monthly
American Thunder American Content, Inc. Magazine for men who love Nascar racing, fishing, etc. February 2004
Armchair General Eric Weider Armchair General magazine focuses on generals from the past and contemporary military strategy. February 2004 Bimonthly publication
Art Jewelry Kalmbach Publishing Co. This magazine targets professional jewelry designers as well as the amateur craftsperson. It will offer stories and how-to articles on handmade jewelry. October 2004 Bimonthly
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Avance A bilingual general interest magazine for the Charlotte region of North Carolina. December 2004
B Bloomingdale's Inc. "B," is a new magazine from Bloomingdale's. The pages will contain everything from music reviews and horoscopes to fashion, it will attempt to go beyond the scope of a standard shopping title. Fall 2004 Quarterly
Backyard Living Readers Digest Association This new launch is designed to assist readers in the enjoyment and improvement of their backyards. January 2004
Bargain Style Meredith A magazine that focuses on design and parties with a hip look targeting younger readers who prefer the term "design" instead of "decoration". October 2004 Semi-annually
BCE Fashion, culture and art for sophisticated Russian Americans living in metropolitan areas. Summer 2004 Bimonthly publication
Beach Houses Rent 101.com Beach Houses reports on beach side communities and locations and shows you the latest in vacation houses. Summer 2004 Quarterly
Berkshire Living Michael Zivyak A magazine that will showcase the Berkshire area's cuisine, personalities, attractions, homes and outdoors. Winter 2004 Nine issues per year
BestLife Rodale Inc.  Magazine targeting active and complex adult males. May 2004
Boutique Angela Hughes, Erinn Johnson and Lynda Caravello A shopping magazine for toddlers showcasing unique and designer clothing, shoes, home dcor, gifts, stationery, books and all things for children. Spring 2004 Quarterly
bp Joanne D. Garvey bp is written for the nearly 3 million Americans who are diagnosed with bipolar disorder. The stories are a mix of features, advice and practical help in managing bipolar disorder. Fall 2004 Quarterly
Bridges The Gallaher Group This new regional magazine aims to connect Ohio River communities. The premier issue showcases several stories of local interest including a feature on Lake Vesuvius, an article on firehouse cuisine and an ongoing family business feature. Fall 2004 Quarterly
Bring it Home Magazine Sea Gull Lighting Products Inc A consumer magazine of trends, tips and style for the home. It will feature easy decorating solutions and innovative products. Summer 2004 Quarterly
BusinessWeek SmallBiz A magazine aimed at small business owners and executives . June 2004
Cary Western Wake Media This is a general interest magazine for residents of western Wake County, NC about the region. January 2004 Bimonthly publication
Cargo Conde Nast Shopping magazine for men, featuring electronics, automotive & fashion. March 2004
Catalina En Espanol CDK Media The spanish language version of the lifestyle magazine "Catalina", catering to today's busy Latinas. Spring 2004 Quarterly
Chow Jane Goldman Food, drink, fun. Those are the simple words that describe the editorial focus of this new magazine. Fall 2004
Cigar Magazine A new magazine for cigar connoisseurs created by cigar experts. Fall 2004 Quarterly
Citizen Culture Evan Sanders A publication dedicated to discovering writers, photographers, social commentators, cultural critics (of food, film, music, and fashion), poets, and cartoonists. Citizen Culture targets the intellectual twenty-somethings of America. September 2004 Monthly
CMO Magazine CXO Media Inc A new magazine dedicated to the nation's chief marketing officers (CMOs). September 2004
Comic Book Digest Lamp Post Publications A magazine devoted to comic books that will publish previews of new books from publishers like Image, Dabel Brothers Production, and Dreamwave Productions. October 2004 Bimonthly
Conceive Intellectual Capital Productions Magazine focusing on the challenges facing infertile couples. September 2004 Bimonthly publication
The Connected Guide To The Digital Home Mcmullen Argus Publishing Inc. For readers who want to combine sound and video technology with stunning home design. March 2004
Cook's Country Boston Common Press Like sister publication Cook's Illustrated, this new magazine will carry no advertising. Cook's Country is not about fancy cooking or hard-to-find foods. The first issue features recipes for Extra-Crunchy Fried Chicken, Cheesy Mashed Potatoes, Ice Cream Cupcakes, S'mores Brownies, and Country-Style Pot Roast. November bimonthly
Cottage Living Southern Progress Corporation/Time Inc. The magazine will celebrate the desire for a sense of refuge, comfort and simplicity. September 2004 10 times a year
Crush TMC USA The content will include player profiles beyond the golf course, golf instruction from top LPGA Teaching and Club Professionals, fashion, travel and high-energy features. March 2004
CS- The Men's Book Modern Luxury Inc Chicago's own local metrosexual magazine. Fall 2004 Monthly
Dandelion Dandelion LLC Recreation and sports for women who are serious about fitness. Summer 2004 Quarterly
DCX Air Age Media This magazine focuses entirely on the world of die-cast cars, trucks, planes. The debut issue celebrates the fortieth anniversary of the Hot Wheels brand. October 2004 Quarterly
Design New England Horvitz Communications A Publication  featuring leading New England residential architecture and design, positioned as The Home for Classic Interiors and Architecture. September 2004 Quarterly
Digital World PC World Communications This publication covers the convergence of PC, consumer electronics, and mobile communications products. October 2004 Bimonthly publication
Dirty Found Found Magazine An X-rated version of the popular underground Found magazine. As with the original, editors review submission of found photographs and letters and present them as the magazine's editorial content. Dirty Found will contain material the editors had deemed too explicit for the original Found magazine. December 2004 Quarterly
Edutopia George Lucas Educational Foundation Edutopia, is a new magazine for a new world of learning. The publication's editorial will showcase innovative thinking in education. September 2004 Bimonthly until September 2005, then 10 times a year.
Elegant Bride Conde Nasts Fairchild Publications Features high-end fashion and beauty, targeting an older bride.
Extreme Tech Ziff Davis Media A hardcore tech magazine for do-it-yourselfers. It will offer guidance on the design and upgrade of PCs. October 2004 Monthly
Family Reformation Family Reformation, LLC Religious magazine geared to Christian families. June 2004
Fed Tech CDW Corporation Designed to assist IT decision makers and implementers who use technology in the US federal government. April 2004 Quarterly
Florida Travel and Life World Publications It will showcase Florida's luxury lifestyle options covering everything from cuisine to architecture. Fall 2004 Quarterly
For Me Hachette Filipacchi Launching as a test, this magazine will exclusively target young women with articles on everything from starting careers and buying an apartment to entertaining. It will initially only appear on newsstands. November 2004 Monthly
Fuego Harris Publications Men's magazine for the urban latino male.
GenZ Campus Connections GenZ Magazine (pronounced 'jeans'), a new concept in delivering compelling content and targeted advertising to the nationwide community of college and university students. Fall 2004 Twice a year
Ghost! Jusdus Productions This new magazine sprang from a Web site, www.ghostmag.comhttp://www.ghostmag.com/">www.ghostmag.com>, that has been online for about a year. It will look at various ghost-hunting organizations, modern scientific tools used to determine whether a haunting is real or imagined and guidelines to determine whether one's house is haunted. October 2004 Quarterly
Giant Entertainment magazine aimed at males, covering TV, music, books and video games. September 2004
Glued Vogel Communications The magazine targets the 30-45 year olds seeks to expand on what TV Guide and Entertainment Weekly offer. It will focus on articles and coverage instead of program listings. September 2004 Monthly
Golf Connoisseur Riggs-Henrich Media A high end magazine for the affluent and commited golfer. December 2004 Quarterly
Grand Christine Crosby A Florida based magazine targeting 50 and over crowd, Grand Magazine will feature articles on raising grandchildren, active adult communities, and the changing face of grandparents in America. October 2004 Bimonthly publication
The Green Vision Media & Communications Magazine for Black and Hispanic Golf enthusiasts. March 2004
H Romulo Sans, Beta Gran Caribe, LTD Bilingual magazine devoted to contemporary life in Havana. Havanas essential lifestyle magazine covering culture and art. September 2004 Quarterly
Hampton Family Life Tami Gross With a focus on the family, this magazine reflects the finest in fashion, beauty, home, real estate, travel, arts, entertainment, and more for grown-ups and kids. Summer 2004
Happy Home American Media, Mark Drucker A shelter magazine for younger, hipper generation. December 2004 Bimonthly publication
Healthy Family Richard Bulman A new health magazine aimed at the entire family. May 2004 Bimonthly
Hello New Mexico New Mexico Department of Tourism This magazine will feature stories about celebrities who have a connection to the state, food and wine and outdoor recreation topics. April 2004
Her Sports Wet Dog Media  This magazine targets women who run, mountain bike, participate in triathlons, ski, snowboard, hike, surf and do other popular individual sports. March 2004 10 times a year
Hiatus Big Fish Publications A magazine loaded with destination features that will cover worldwide locations, both popular and remote. Resorts and activities will be reviewed by editors, and readers can also write reviews. Summer 2004 Quarterly
Hombre Francisco Romeo & Hombre Publishing Group Magazine for bilingual urban hispanic men, featuring coverage of contemporary music, entertainment and culture. Fall 2004 Monthly
iCaramba U LatCom Communications The only national Latino College magazine. It will inform and educate latinos about the options available to them after college September 2004 Quarterly
IntelliChoice Primedia The magazine will focus primarily on product ratings and consumer tips. April 2004 Quarterly
International Yacht Vacations & Charters Kircaali Media Provides editorial on charter yachts worldwide.  February 2004
Journal of the Shivas Irons Society Steve Cohen, Shivas Irons Society A new golf magazine for devoted practitioners of the game, that will offer thoughtful essays on the sport. Spring 2004 Twice a year
Justine A wholesome magazine aimed at young women from juniors in high school to juniors in college. May 2004 Monthly
Life & Style Weekly Bauer Publishing A magazine focusing on positive success stories of celebrities. November 2004 Weekly
Lo Fi Bad Munky Press Comics and Entertainment magazine that showcases the work of independent comics artists and musicians. Quarterly
Lore (The Lives of Real Estate) Real Trends Inc A celebration of the lives of high profile Real Estate professionals. February 2004 Quarterly
Low Carb Energy  Coincide Publishing The magazine will offer general and nutrition information, fitness features, weight loss information, tips and other resources to people interested in Low Carb living.  May 2004 Bimonthly
LowCarbiz TJFR Group Inc, Features in-depth articles, profiles, news updates and "how-to" columns geared at retail buyers, executives and business owners with a financial stake in the low-carb industry. April 2004 Three Times in 2004Quarterly in 2005
Marketing Y Medios Primedia This magazine will enable marketers to understand fully the Hispanic American consumer, focusing on the 18 to 49 year old population. September 2004 Monthly
Maryland Life Great State  Publishing LLC It will showcase the unique people, places and events that make Maryland a vibrant state. December 2004 Bimonthly
Me A magazine that will focus on up and coming artists and personalities. October 2004 Quarterly
Metro Exposure This new glossy magazine's niche will be "to fill the void in other local magazines". It will focus on diverse upscale Detroit residents and endeavor to unite the different social circles in the city. December 2004 8 issues in 2005, then monthly in 2006.
Military Spouse J.T. Payne A first ever in the publishing industry: a magazine by, for and about the husbands and wives of men and women serving in the armed forces. September 2004 Bimonthly
MPH Eric Rucker This magazine focuses on the upscale car and gadget enthusiast, serving up the newest in exotic sports cars and performance machines. November 2004 Monthly
My House McGraw-Hill Construction The target audience for this magazine is the high-end homeowner, the design and building professional, architects and interior designers.
With an initial debut in Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, Idaho and Montana, additional My House editions will follow in other regions of the country featuring outstanding architecture and design projects in multiple settings.
October 2004 Bimonthly
Mynt Leonard Burnett Mynt will be a product-focused shopping magazine, but this one will be targeted to African-American readers ages 12-24. November Monthly
National Geographic Traveler on Campus National Geographic Society A magazine offering tips for budget minded travelers in or just out of college. Fall 2004 Twice a year
Nervy Girl Magazine for women seeking something meatier to read than the typical grocery store titles. mid-2004
NetDefense McGraw-Hill The magazine will be a news and intelligence service for military personnel and government leaders. January 2004
The New Frontier   Helen O' Donnell Addressing the increasingly busy intersection between politics, lifestyle and entertainment; an innovative national political magazine. September 2004 Monthly
New South Gardener Ark Royal Magazines New South Gardener Magazine provides gardeners and homeowners with tips and information from experts who know first-hand about the South's growing conditions. April 2004 Bimonthly publication
New York Dog Gatsby Publishing An upscale magazine devoted to dogs and their owners. Special articles in the first issue include "Ruff Justice," on how to keep your dog in a custody battle, and another on how rescue dogs and regular canine denizens of Lower Manhattan coped with the bad air of the September 11 attacks. October 2004 Bimonthly publication
Night Sky Sky & Telescope A magazine for beginning stargazers. April 2004 Bimonthly
O at Home Hearst Magazines & Harpo Print LLC An Oprah-inspired magazine that will help readers design home environments that reflect their personal styles and needs. On newsstands only. Spring 2004 Will appear on newsstand twice in 2004; in May and October.
One Life One Life Inc This new magazine addresses the interests of African-Americans. A magazine that speaks to the intellectual, the artist, the activist, to the youth and adult population. September 2004 Monthly
Orlando Style Sven Joel Bode This magazine is aimed at young, affluent newcomers to the downtown Orlando scene. December 2004 Bimonthly publication
OT RMS Media Group OT will have a business/lifestyle focus with news, insights, advance notice of trends, and practical real world advice about developments related to the professional sports industry. June 2004 Quarterly
Pilates Style magazine Lifestyle Media Inc. A magazine covering the ever-expanding world of Pilates; how to find a studio, what to wear to class, destination spas, makeup tips and step-by-step exercises. Fall Quarterly
PlainsFaith Debra Lunday-Wells This magazine's mission is to reach across the barriers between Christians, to provide a media outlet designed to draw people closer to God, to initiate discussion and encourage understanding among denominations and to celebrate the Christian faith in the High Plains region. Fall Quarterly
Playlist IDG A magazine dedicated to the MP3 music format and its audience. September 2004 Monthly
Plenty Mark Spellun For the new breed of conservationist, looking for ecologically conscious alternatives in fuel consumption, food, fashion and transportation. November 2004 Bimonthly publication
Plum Groundbreak Publishing The first pregnancy magazine aimed at women over 35, is a joint effort with the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists. Fall 2004 Annually
Private Jet Charters & Travel (JC&T) magazine Kircaali Media Featuring news and analyses written by top private aviation journalists, and is expected to be the leading source of industry news in the world. August 2004 Quarterly
Queer. Chris Hughes, Ryan Coughlan and Tim Pittman An intercollegiate literary magazine. The editorial board of "Queer." Through this magazine editors seek to create a forum that combines issues under the umbrella of sexuality with academic essays on gender theory, personal reflective pieces and visual arts. Spring 2004 Biannually
Rainbow Weddings Rainbow Enterprises The first magazine for gays and lesbians who plan to marry.  The magazine will offer comprehensive information for the planning of weddings and honeymoons. December 2004
Real Tony Golden "REAL" addresses the broad scope of women's lives, rather than primarily pursuing a lifestyle, health, beauty or entertainment agenda. It aims to give readers a real-life, real- woman, girlfriend-to-girlfriend approach. April 2004 Monthly
Reality Check Primedia New magazine highlights reality TV shows and contestants. January 2004 Monthly
Restaurant Start Up & Growth RS & G partners This magazine will address the concerns of the owners of the 30,000-plus new restaurants opening every year in the United States. February 2004 Monthly
Revenue Montgomery Research Inc. This publication explores the basics of affiliate marketing, and looks at strategies for making affiliate efforts more profitable. February 2004 Quarterly
Road & Track Gear Hachette Filipacchi Launching as a test, this cutting edge motor enthusiast magazine will feature coverage on accessories and advances in aftermarket technologies. October bimonthly in 2005
Road & Track Speed Hachette Filipacchi This new test launch is aimed at the younger car enthusiast, this magazine will aggressively cover what's new in automobiles. October bimonthly in 2005
Robb Report Luxury Home CurtCo A Design-focused lifestyle publication showcasing luxury homes and the unique design approaches that set them apart. Fall Quarterly
RobbReportMotorcycling CurtCo Media A magazine targeted at the growing audience of affluent riders who are passionate about motorcycling. February 2004 Quarterly
Segue Kimberly Toms Public Relations Covers art, music, fashion, financial management, sports, social life and travel for singles. Spring 2004 Monthly
Shop, Etc. Hearst Shop, Etc. is a magazine for fashion, home and beauty. It will include tips on finding the best buys, hottest fashions and the latest beauty products. August 2004 10 issue per year
Silicon Valley Magazine Rick Amor Launching with a controlled circulation, this new magazine casts a fresh eye on the people, places, businesses, non-profits, arts, and technologies that comprise this one of a kind region called Silicon Valley. November Bimonthly
Snowboard Journal Created by snowboarder Jason Ford and photographer Jon Foster, the magazine will feature articles and photography about the past, present, and future of snowboarding. March 2004
Strut Third Street Publications It's metro Detroit's new magazine for smart, sexy, sassy women. Issues will feature; local essays, profiles of metro Detroit women making a difference, original paintings and photography, health and beauty trends and a local events calendar. October 2004 Monthly
Swindle Obey Giant Co. Alternative arts, graphics, fashion and politics for discerning members of generation X and Y.  Fall 2004 Monthly
Swink Swink, Inc. Dedicated to identifying and promoting established and emerging literary talent. 2004 Biannual
Sync Ziff Davis Media A lifestyle consumer title focusing on the integration of digital technology into everyday life. June 2004 Quarterly
That Essence Communications A fashion and culture magazine for the upscale urban woman.  Fall 2004
Tip The Washington Post Company A magazine spinoff of Newsweek's highly successful "The Tip Sheet" section will hit newsstands with a rate base of 300,000. Articles cover sure-fire gifts for everyone, tipping from A to Z, how to throw a perfect party, last-minute plastic surgery and holiday getaways. November 2004 Monthly
Time Out New York Kids Time Out NY Partners A magazine for families who want to enjoy all the culture in New York City together. March 2004 Quarterly
Trump World Sobe Life A magazine devoted to luxury and comfort, occasionally running features on the hit show "the Apprentice". September 2004
Un Chin A magazine for English-speaking latinos with stories about contemporary culture and events. September 2004 Monthly
Uptown Harlemwood Publishing Harlem based Lifestyle book covering travel, nightlife, fashion and feature fiction pieces. August 2004 Quarterly
Utah Magazine Sports Young Automotive Group Covers the gamut of the state's athletic scene - from pros to preps. March 2004 Bimonthly
Vitals Fairchild Publications A dynamic and cutting edge shopping title for the male consumer. August 2004
Vice Versa  Miguel Ramos and Julio Valdez A full-color glossy magazine with snappy graphics that targets the Latino community in the twin cities and beyond. Fall 2004 Monthly
Violet Keki Mingus This magazine is aimed at today's modern family. It speaks to mothers, fathers and families of all kinds; gay, straight and multi-racial. "Violet" attempts to fill a void in the contemporary parent magazine marketplace. Fall Quarterly
WebLogic Pro Magazine Fawcette Technical Publications WebLogic Pro will serve the growing community of BEA WebLogic Platform 8.1 users with timely and vital technology information. Bimonthly
The Whyvillian Numedeon Publishing A print companion to the tween site, Whyville, the publications editor says, "the magazine will provide many ways to augment the on-line learning experience of Whyvillians. January 2004
Women's Health Rodale The new magazine will be a spin-off/sister magazine to Men's Health. the magazine will feature efficient strategies for exercise and features on ways for women to live a healthy and engaged life. October 2004 Monthly
Woodworking For Women DRG/Annie's Attic A magazine focusing on woodworking, painting, and other home improvement and interior decoration projects for the home. Monthly
Yin Star Publishers Yin will feature beauty, fashion, health, lifestyle, entertainment news, romance, travel, and culture for Asian women. Summer 2004 Quarterly
Yoga Journal's Balanced Living Yoga Journal, LLC Launching as a test, this is a lifestyle magazine devoted to helping readers create happier, healthier, more balanced lives. It will cover subjects ranging from family and home, work and relationships, to physical and emotional health. October 2004 Monthly
Your Diet People Publishers This magazine will not focus on a particular diet, instead there will be recipes along with weight-loss success stories, and broad diet strategies. June 2004

Sources:  Adage.com, Samir Husni, New York Post, MediaPost Communications, Mediaweek, Newscom.com, Trendcentral.com, Ulrich's Web, Wooden Horse Publishing. 

Note: The New & Noted Magazine Launch Announcements, 2004 are maintained by the MPA Info Center and constitute announcements only and not necessarily launches as this list tracks forthcoming, planned and test launch magazine titles.