I went to Atlantic News last night. I've been itching to go there ever since starting the Advanced Magazine workshop. You see, we're examined regular non-fiction magazines, but I wanted to see with my new pair of magazine-trained eyes how fiction magazines are laid out.

I got two: Realms of Fantasy, and Polygraff. I really like Realms of Fantasy's layout. I think there's a good mix of text and ads/pictures, although I disagree with some of the placements of the stories (it's a little top heavy, two much in the FOB [front of book]). There's also great illustrations there and entertaining short stories.

Polygraff has the mix of fantasy, sci/fi and horror that I'd like to have when I create my own fiction magazine. This is only their second issue, and it's printed in Quebec! Because they're really new, half of their magazine is filled with public domain works. I don't really mind that, I just can't wait to see if this magazine will grow.

I think after my Creative Book Publishing Course at Humber College, I'll apply for some grants and start a fiction magazine again.