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At one point when all the Dot Coms were riding high, we even considered -- briefly -- going sort of commercial. We thought we'd put up lots of ads and do other money-making schemes, maybe even open a real office, all seemed possible for a few minutes. Then one day I saw an article in the business section of our newspaper about Salon.com. They were burning through millions of dollars every month trying to keep their business afloat. Of course, they have a brilliant concept and lots of cache, but these days you have to either pay to read it or suffer through a series of ads before their homepage will open up. Then you get lots of news that you could read for free on Yahoo or any number of other sites, while being distracted by all kinds of other advertising -- just to get into their heart of darkness. So how long will clevermag be around? I have always had just one answer for that question. When writers stop submitting their work, I'll quit. So far there is always something unusual or interesting coming across my desk. That's what keeps me interested in working on this website. We remain non-commercial, which means that the costs are picked up by my family. I have expertise here (in addition to my two furry production assistants), who are always on hand for me. One consultant is my son-in-law, Jeff, who has been my constant source of expertise. Without him, clevermag would not exist. In addition to technical assistance, he provides inexpensive hosting for our site. This is what keeps us in business. In case you hadn't notice, Clever is ALWAYS up and running. (Other mother-in-laws should be so lucky.) Other family members and friends work for the "fun of it" and are usually on hand when advice is needed. In case I haven't thanked them lately -- THANKS! So let's keep our fingers crossed that people continue to visit this site, and think about sending us articles, short stories, travel pieces, humor and other stuff for us to read and laugh at. That's what it's all about, right? Later, Diannek, editor September 2003 Fall Madness is here. We really had a good time putting this issue together. Lots of funny stuff this time out. Most of it comes to us via email, anonymously. I guess that's because nobody really wants to take credit for the silliness. But we love it so we can't wait to share it with you, even if you've already seen it. Six new contributors showed up, and we are VERY pleased to showcase their work this fall. I'm sure you'll enjoy reading their work, as well as that of the rest of the gang. We continue to be pleased with the way readers flock to our site, and we also want to welcome those of you who are just joining us. The quarterly format seems to be working for everybody. The winter quarter's theme will be "Wishful Thinking." That's vague, I know, but it gives us lots of latitude for more of the same. So stay tuned and check in often. Here's the link: www.clevermag.com Here's looking at you, kid, The Phantom June 2003 Hi Everybody: It's time once again for another issue of Clever. More great stuff this time -- with four new contributors: Julie Andersen, Jennifer Cathey, Martin Green and Steven Howe. A nice round of applause for everybody. We all did good this time out. This one's another travel issue so I know you'll enjoy it. Plus, we've got some other stuff that you'll like too. So here's hoping that you find time very soon to check in: http://www.clevermag.com. Fire off an email if you'd like to comment on anything. We're always interested in hearing from you. We'll promise something sort of new for the fall issue, so stay tuned.
Later,
Diannek,
editor
February 2003: We're back, finally. Three months is a long time to wait, I know, but it was worth it. We've packed this issue with lots of great stuff, including our latest development: the do-it-yourself interview. Plus, a whole slew of new contributors are checking in this time around. Welcome to all of you.
We also want to
welcome the new subscribers. Here's the spam email you've been
waiting for. We continue to promise not to sell your email address or to
use it for any other purpose, tempting as that may be. (And a note to
all of you who have stolen OUR email addresses and ARE spamming us,
we've got three words for you: serious spam blocking.)
The summer theme
will be On the Road Again, just in time for all the summer travel or
the lack of it, depending on war outcomes and gas prices. So if
you've got something that's worthy of publication on somebody else's
website, send it along.
One last word, you
have received this email because somehow your address is on our
mailing list. If you want to be removed, just fire off an email to editor@clevermag.com and
correctly type the word "Czechoslovakia" into the subject
line, and you will be reluctantly removed.
Fondly,
Diannek, editor
Announcing new Quarterly Publication November 2002: Hello Everybody: Time to announce the latest issue of Clever. It's our annual humor issue, which is always lots of fun. Two new contributors join us this month: thank you, Jamie Kiffel and Doug Tamoury. Check out their work and all the rest of the amusing contributions when you get the chance: http://www.clevermag.com
An official announcement: starting
with the next issue, Clever will begin quarterly publication, at least
for a while. We'll still be doing the same stuff, just less often. Also,
we'll be working on the archives so that we can showcase the Best
of Clever more easily. Stay tuned for that.
Later,
Diannek, editor
Virtual Trips -- the July 2002 issue:
Now that I've used up my daily
allotment of exclamation marks I feel much better. This issue marks the
end of Clever's fourth year of continual monthly publication and we're
still going strong but it's getting sort of lonely out here. We simply
must take a short moment of silence for some of our more
illustrious companions in the ezine business. My most favorite zine,
Salon, has announced that it might have to close down. (Sniff.) But they
never did figure out how to manage their money. It takes them $1-1/2
million per month to do what they do. Yikes! We're also losing Yahoo's
zine, which is also a crying shame. Since it only takes Clever $1.98 per
issue (just kidding), we're still here. Next month is our annual
pet parade and animal story issue. There are so many new stories
that I can't wait to share them with you.
A plea to the faithful:
everybody seems to enjoy DearClever but Ida Ngo and Miss NForm are in
mourning this month. First off, they will miss Anne Landers, but
secondly, they didn't receive any questions last month. They simply
cannot go on without Qs. Can you help out? You could call this an
official Pledge Break. If you'd like to see this column continue, they
need your help.
Have fun this weekend and throughout
the month. Hope to talk to you soon,
Diannek, editor
The food issue: May 2002
By the way, what is your favorite computer food? Would everybody stop what you are doing right now, pick up your keyboards and turn them upside down. Take a good look at the stuff that falls out. What kind of crumbs can you identify: Doritos, Oreos, coffee stains? Any pull tabs? I've got cat hair in mine -- yuck! Next month we'll be doing the Clever spring house cleaning. Lots of stuff that has slipped under the blotter will be coming up for air. Also some long-lost pieces are surfacing, so who knows exactly what we'll have for you, but it will be entertaining as usual. Thanks to everybody who sent in contributions to this issue. Keep up the good work. Now, would everybody please go buy something from amazon.com after clicking through from Clever's opening page. Later, Diannek, editor |
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 The very first postcard! |
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During times like this, it's more important than ever to keep in touch and to reach out to make new friends. And as all of you who are reading this publication know for sure, our medium is perfect for communicating across long distances. The events of the past few months have made it clear to us that without the internet, our world would be an even more frightening place. I'd like to take this opportunity to thank all the contributors for their hard work and creativity. And of course, I especially want to thank the readers for finding the time to spend a few minutes with us every month. We're already working on the winter issues. Who knows what's coming next! So stay tuned and stay in touch. Happy holidays, Diannek |
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