Question,
We got very good feedback with regards to the "substantial" aspect of issue #1. Substantial in weight, page count and content. Here's a question. I am thinking in terms of issue #2 increasing to reach or exceed 100 page (#1 was 88).
The question I've been battling is that will mean the weight will no longer allow First Class mailing. I think the QTY will be such that cost will come down, that we could "absorb" the handling fee of issue #1 and perhaps even subsidize the Priority Shipping costs a bit....
But the bigger question that's been hitting me is this. Some of you have enjoyed enough benefit with issue #1 that it seems there will be an easier time, and more enthusiasm with regards to helping pre-sell issue #2. Some of you have decided having copies to promo and sell is a no brainer and that some are considering "pre-ordering" copies for themselves which also then gains more space in the issue. It is possible that 100 pages will not be enough.
So my question is, based on the current size.......... and then thinking 100 pages..... what would be "too big", could we approach overwhelming? I hold a copy and think 25% to 50% more again would make for a weapon of a pinup mag.... 124ish pages....... would that be overkill? I'd love to say go monthly but there is no way I could manage that.
Nightly I spend about an hour shipping off copies.
Solo I will need a 2 month window between issues.
Prep and then ship.
SO -
Thoughts, how big is too big?
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The store online.
I had too many emails of people confused on all the different entries in the store. In spite of spelling it out, at least I thought so. For issue #2 I want to have 1 place for people to buy the issue. What I want to do is provide each of you a coupon code you can share so your fans can get a discount.
Also, what's the opinion on the graphics I provided to promote it?
We did so well with all that I have to think it had a positive impact. A definate call to action. So a graphic for whoever wants it, and a coupon code to include with your posts? Opinions welcomed.
Thanks and cheers
Michael
Cheers
M
