Sandow Media Names Patrick Williams Publisher of Worth Magazine

Sandow Media has appointed of Patrick Williams to the position of vice president and publisher of Worth magazine, the financial magazine targeted to ultra-affluent consumers, acquired by Sandow Media in February 2008.

Website: http://worth.com/

New York House Magazine Appoints Meyer as Editor

ScheinMedia has appointed Nancy Meyer to the post of editor for New York House (http://www.newyorkhousemagazine.com/), a monthly magazine which specializes in residential and multifamily real estate, construction, design and green living in New York.

Meyer has 18 years' experience in business journalism, managing publications and sections of trade newspapers. She joins ScheinMedia from 'Home Furnishings News', where she served for more than 14 years as senior editor of furniture, lighting and home decor. Prior to that, Meyer served as editor-in-chief of 'Intimate Fashion News', and prior to that, she was managing editor of 'Empire State Report'.

Meyer holds a bachelor's degree in Journalism and French from SUNY New Paltz, where she currently teaches journalism.

At New York House, Meyer is responsible for repositioning the monthly magazine for growth in 'green' and sustainable home building, design and furnishings, as well as enhancing its home furnishings offerings. She reports to Jonathan A. Schein, publisher of New York House and president and chief executive officer of ScheinMedia.

ELIXIR International - The World's First Quarterly Anti-Aging Magazine

Elixir Press Ltd has launched ELIXIR International, the world's first quarterly super glossy consumer magazine, totally focused on the booming market in anti-aging services and products.

The 200-page perfect bound quarterly will go on sale in the UK (W H Smiths, Borders, Tesco, independent newsagents) and internationally in October with a cover price of $7 (£3.80) and an initial print run of 100,000 copies. It will also be distributed free to spas, cruise ships, luxury hotels, gyms, airport business lounges, on private charter jets and international sales through on-line subscription.

The paper quality and size of the magazine will be exactly the same as that of Vogue magazine. ELIXIR International will also be published online to meet the demand of both internet readers and advertisers.

The publication of ELIXIR International follows the successful pilot launch last year of the monthly title ELIXIR and www.elixirnews.com an online magazine devoted to rejuvenation and anti-ageing, established four years ago. It now has 30,000 unique visitors each month and has a growing database of subscribers interested in anti-ageing products and services.

Website: http://www.elitepublishing.co.uk/

MichBio Will Publish Bi-Annual Magazine Covering Michigan's Biosciences Industry

MichBio, the association for Michigan's biosciences industry, announced today that it will publish a bi-annual magazine entitled BioMatters. The glossy, professionally written publication will be devoted to chronicling the discoveries, trends, issues and personalities that are shaping a growing and vibrant Michigan biosciences community.

The magazine's second edition will be published in May 2009 and, in addition to editorial content, will include the Michigan Biosciences Directory and Resource Guide, a listing of all of Michigan biosciences companies, resources such as economic development organizations, SmartZones, funding sources, etc., and MichBio member service providers to the industry.

Website: http://www.michbio.org/

ENVY Magazine Launches in Austin, Texas

ENVY Magazine, the premier lifestyle magazine in Texas, announced the publication has launched in Austin, continuing the next phase of their statewide expansion campaign. ENVY is currently available to readers in Dallas and Houston, and in the coming months the publication plans to expand into San Antonio, as well as outside of the state in the next year.

Every month, ENVY readers enjoy comprehensive coverage of music, film, fashion, technology, automobiles, art, social events, restaurants, clubs, bars and everything else of interest to its savvy followers.

Website: http://www.envymags.com/

Sports and Entertainment Magazine Debuts

Sports and Entertainment Magazine (SET Magazine) announced the launch of its newest magazine that will hit stands September 2008. SET Magazine will offer an in-depth look behind the scenes of famous athletes and celebrities; showcasing their families, vacations, lifestyle and give a bird's eye view of multi-millionaire celebrity lifestyle. SET will also offer vivid photographs and one-on-one up close interviews with the nation's top celebrities that you won't find in other magazines.

The magazine boasts of giving fans unparalleled access taking them past the world of stats and scores to reveal the interior world of professional athletes and their families. SET Magazine will circulate 50,000 copies in Barnes & Nobles, Borders and 7-Eleven.

Publisher Danisha Rolle says this Magazine is geared towards women who love sports and watch sports television shows but do not pick up sports magazines. "I started this magazine with women in mind, but the magazine is for all sports enthusiast," says Rolle, who is wife to Samari Rolle, cornerback with the Baltimore Ravens.

SET Magazine will also launch their new website in conjunction with the release of the magazine. SET-Magazine.com will feature more than what is in the magazine.

Website: http://www.set-magazine.com/

New State Magazine Launches in Texas

Departing from the "if it's negative, it's news" approach to magazines dedicated to Texas, Publisher Kelley Glick is putting her best boot forward with the launch of Texas Magazine on September 15, 2008. The new bi-monthly consumer magazine and its online version Texas Magazine Website Online - offer a fresh, positive perspective on the lifestyle, allure and essence of being Texan - by birth or adoption.

"We concentrate on the best aspects of life in Texas and the exceptional people, places and events that make Texas so vibrant," said Glick, publisher of Texas Magazine and founder of Blue Sky Publications, LLC. "We will explore the arts, culture, businesses, and creative endeavors in the state, plus include a dining guide, travel ideas and calendar of local events by city. And, we promise to make the magazine a good read."

Regular content from writers around the state includes: Artistically Yours introducing filmmakers, musicians and artists and their work; Business Case, exploring the latest business trends in the state and profiles of movers and shakers; Healthy Texan, highlighting the state's best places for health and activities for fitness; and, Portrait, profiling accomplished Texans.

Urban life will be a focus for the publication, with coverage dedicated to the major metropolitan areas -- Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio and Austin. "But we will explore every part of Texas, and all kinds of events are welcomed -- as long as your zip code is in Texas," adds Glick.

The launch issue includes a profile of Gov. Rick Perry as author of his book On My Honor; a timely report on wind energy in Texas; an article on how Nolan Ryan and his two sons have brought minor league ball to Austin and Corpus Christi; a profile of one of the Lost Boys of Sudan who now lives in Plano; and, a portrait of urban life in the fast-growing city of Fort Worth. Glick also has applied for consumer magazine membership with the media auditing firm BPA Worldwide to track circulation, geographic coverage and ad pricing.

Website: http://www.mytexasmag.com/