Also I regret the huge amount ( typically now c. 30%) of advertising material in these comics.
And what do you think actually pays for the magazine staff and overheads...??
Typically, the cover cost will barely pay for the print bill and the distribution cost. One big issue that all publishers have is that they all have to pay to have the magazine put on the shelves - WH Smith charge for this big time. For the magazine to survive, they need the advertising, and if they get 30% then they are doing well...
All magazines recycle articles, they have to as there are fewer people willing to spend the time and effort writing. It's a time consuming task, and the page rates aren't huge. It's more of a paying hobby for most.
The internet is killing the magazine industry. Make the most of it while you can...
