1. Cosmopolitan
Cosmopolitan is an international women's magazine known for its articles on fashion, health, relationships and sex, and celebrities. Published by Hearst Magazines, it is printed in 34 languages for more than 100 countries.
Cosmo is controversial because of sexually explicit headlines and many stores, such as Kroger grocery stores and Walmart, do not place Cosmo at checkout stands. However, Cosmo wasn't always so controversial. It began in 1886 as a family magazine, but has developed over the years into a literary magazine in the 1930s and finally into the women's magazine it is today beginning in the 1960s.
Cosmo is geared toward the 18-30 year old female population. ASU students fit into this category and many feel they can relate to some of the articles.
"I wait every month for it," Emma Jarrett said. "It appeals to an audience of my age group - too old for Seventeen and too young for Women's Health."
Cosmo is controversial because of sexually explicit headlines and many stores, such as Kroger grocery stores and Walmart, do not place Cosmo at checkout stands. However, Cosmo wasn't always so controversial. It began in 1886 as a family magazine, but has developed over the years into a literary magazine in the 1930s and finally into the women's magazine it is today beginning in the 1960s.
Cosmo is geared toward the 18-30 year old female population. ASU students fit into this category and many feel they can relate to some of the articles.
"I wait every month for it," Emma Jarrett said. "It appeals to an audience of my age group - too old for Seventeen and too young for Women's Health."
2. Sports Illustrated
Sports Illustrated is a weekly American sports magazine published by Time Warner. It's read by 23 million people, including over 18 million men, with a subscription base of 3.5 million. It's the predominant source in sports print journalism after 50 years of publication.
SI looks inside many of the popular sports, such as NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, College Football, College Basketball, NASCAR, and more, addressing rumors and speculation in each issue. They also honor amateur athletes and a high school "Player of the Month" who have made major accomplishments in their sport.
"It gives you in depth looks at many different sports teams and a commentary on the sports," Shawn Gilbert said.
SI looks inside many of the popular sports, such as NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, College Football, College Basketball, NASCAR, and more, addressing rumors and speculation in each issue. They also honor amateur athletes and a high school "Player of the Month" who have made major accomplishments in their sport.
"It gives you in depth looks at many different sports teams and a commentary on the sports," Shawn Gilbert said.
3. InStyle
A monthly women's magazine with a circulation of 1.4 million, InStyle discusses beauty, fashion, home, charitable endeavors, and celebrity lifestyles. Published by Time Inc., InStyle began publication in 1994.
InStyle also offers a companion website which is updated daily. In addition to the magazine content, the website also has editor-written blogs and coverage of celebrity events.
Unlike many women's magazines, which are often geared toward either the 18-29 or the 30-45, etc., age groups, InStyle offers content that is appealing to any age.
"My favorite is InStyle because they have great pictures and how to articles," Tabitha Peterson said.
InStyle also offers a companion website which is updated daily. In addition to the magazine content, the website also has editor-written blogs and coverage of celebrity events.
Unlike many women's magazines, which are often geared toward either the 18-29 or the 30-45, etc., age groups, InStyle offers content that is appealing to any age.
"My favorite is InStyle because they have great pictures and how to articles," Tabitha Peterson said.
4. Seventeen
Seventeen is a Hearst publication that has been continually published each month since 1944. It is still at the forefront of newsstand popularity across the nation.
It's geared toward young women ages 13 to 19. It features content applicable and entertaining to today's young adults such as celebrity news and interviews, hair and style tips, workout and health advice, and real life stories from readers.
"They always have fun style tips and hilarious stories," Cori Tagg said.
Jessica Choi added, "I also read them to see what clothes they have."
It's geared toward young women ages 13 to 19. It features content applicable and entertaining to today's young adults such as celebrity news and interviews, hair and style tips, workout and health advice, and real life stories from readers.
"They always have fun style tips and hilarious stories," Cori Tagg said.
Jessica Choi added, "I also read them to see what clothes they have."
5. @Gamer
@Gamer is a magazine dedicated to bringing you the latest news in the video game world. @Gamer is the official games magazine of Best Buy.
@Gamer helps you find the best of the best in video games, coming from the leading video game experts in the industry. It offers news and coupons on current and pre-order games.
A variety of games on XBOX360, Play Station 3, and PCs are all featured in the magazine, including Dead Space and NBA Jam in the November 2010 edition.
"Gamer is a better deal than other gaming magazines," Joshua Klemmetson said. "It's not only cheaper to buy but it comes with great coupons for video games. Plus it also has inside information on video games that are coming up and different accessories."
@Gamer helps you find the best of the best in video games, coming from the leading video game experts in the industry. It offers news and coupons on current and pre-order games.
A variety of games on XBOX360, Play Station 3, and PCs are all featured in the magazine, including Dead Space and NBA Jam in the November 2010 edition.
"Gamer is a better deal than other gaming magazines," Joshua Klemmetson said. "It's not only cheaper to buy but it comes with great coupons for video games. Plus it also has inside information on video games that are coming up and different accessories."
By Jennifer Crane
