Effectively immediately, Apex Magazine is going on hiatus. We’ve reached a point where myself and the other people involved with Apex Publications felt it best that we put our focus and energies into the side of the business that makes the money: the books.
This decision should be in no means seen as a statement of how we feel about Apex Magazine. It’s a beloved entity around these parts. We’re all proud of the work we’ve done on the magazine and for me, it has always been the most rewarding aspect of this publishing company–from way back in November, 2005 through today. This made the decision to go on hiatus all the more difficult.
But here’s the thing: I believe it is only temporary. For now, the hiatus will definitely last at least three months…it might go on six months, a year, but when the resources are there to bring it back, it will be brought back.
The May issue of Apex Magazine will be published on May 4th, per the norm.
The small handful of digital subscribers will be refunded for the remainder of their subscription. There will be no ‘ebook’ version of the magazine for May.
Even though the magazine is taking a breather, other aspects of ApexBookCompany.com will only push forward with renewed vigor. The Apex blog will become center stage for all the action. We’ll be bringing you more unique content such as essays, chats with authors, discussions about books & culture, and, of course, my ever-present hawking of wares. Apex Books will be the focus of our attention. Not only do we want to sale you books, we also want to share with you the work of awesomely talented people like Jennifer Pelland, Fran Friel, Paul Jessup, Nate Kenyon, and more. Stars of Here & Now, as I like to say. We also will continue to bring you work from established stars like Michael A. Burstein, Gene O’Neill, and Liz Engstrom.
I’m saddened that Apex Magazine is taking a well-deserved rest. Yet, I can barely contain my enthusiasm for the future of Apex Books.
Be on the watch…many more great things are coming from the depths of Apex…
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Well, foo. I’ll be keeping my fingers crossed that the book business does well enough to bring the magazine back ASAP! *rolling up sleeves and getting ready to sell some more books*
Thanks for the information, Jason. I love Apex Magazine, and was looking forward to submitting before I saw the notice about the hiatus, but I hope it’s fruitful for you, and will be knocking on your door with a story the moment the gates open again.
Don’t refund me. Put it to good use! Looking forward to whatever you guys do. =) If you ever need any help, just ask.
Ken
Sorry to hear this and best of luck with the push on the book side of things. Hope you can come back sometime.
What Ken said — because you guys are coming back, right? It’s not like you charged that much for a subscription, come to that. I’ll spend the interim working on something to STUN Mari when you reopen. ;)
So, can I interest you in a collection of short stories then? ;)
While I’m really sad to see the magazine hibernate, I like your books too! I’ve liked every volume I’ve read.
Best of luck–and I know the feeling.
Oh man, this breaks my heart. Apex is such a star and I’m so sorry you have to take this route. Heaven knows you’ve busted your butt to keep it going, but I’m glad you’re taking care of yourself and the business. No doubt Apex will rise again, and you can be sure I’ll be there rooting here on.
Now, on to the books!
Warmest Wishes,
Fran
Damn it. I’m sorry to hear this. Apex has been mighty good to me. I do hope it is indeed temporary.
Respects,
S. F. Murphy
Really sorry to see you guys go. :(
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That sucks. Like Jennifer said, I hope you sell tons of books so you can bring the magazine back ASAP. Either way, I’ll be buying some more books from you. You’ve got a wonderful team, I’m thinking you’ll be back.