By Sharael Feist
August 13, 1999
You’ve got a great idea for a glossy magazine, but you don’t have the money to put it into action. Fortunately, there is an alternative. Start an e-zine. They are easier to create than you might think and are a good project for kids with great ideas.
Are you interested in computers and technology? How about outdoors sports? Any topic can make a great e-zine. Choose something that interests you, follow these simple steps, and you’ll soon be publishing.
E-zines for Kids
E-zines are great ways to share your ideas. They let you reach people that have the same hobbies, goals, and interests.
Here are a few e-zines that are good examples of what you can do:
- MidLink Magazine
- FreeZone
- Fundango
- Too Cool for Grownups
Getting Started
There are a couple things to keep in mind when creating an e-zine:
- Who is your target audience?
- Who will the e-zine be created for? Make sure you have a good idea of who will read your material. It will help you focus on the content.
- Will it be an email list or a Web site?
- You can create a list of people who would like to receive your e-zine through e-mail and then send it out periodically. Or you can create a Web site that people can visit whenever they want.
Soon you’ll be on your way to becoming an e-zine publishing guru. Have fun!