The second factor is know what you want to do, say, or get across with your publication. You need to first know your niche before you can really start putting an ezine together. Have a mission statement, goal, or outline of what you stand for. This is going to be your guide in how your site and information will look, and the type of readers you will attract.
The third factor is you need to have the time. If you plan to write a series of books for young adults, adults, or middle graders, you may want to rethink doing an ezine. I spent a lot of time working on Stories for Children Magazine, from reading submissions to formatting each new issue.
What words of advice would you give to people who are considering such an endeavor?
Do your homework! Starting a magazine is no different than starting your own business or submitting your manuscript to a publisher. You need to research, research, research, and then research some more.
I know lots of people think they can just jump online, build a site, and have readers or subscribers. Well you can, but if you want to be taken seriously as a magazine then you need to know your niche, competition, and publication rights.
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