The World Still Reads Magazines

You may ask - who still reads magazines.  Magazines remain a popular and relevant medium, with millions still consuming them in both print and digital formats, driven by a desire for curated, trustworthy content and a tactile, "screen-free" reading experience. In the UK and US, print holds a strong preference over digital, with 72% of UK adults engaging with printed magazines monthly.   A Good Christian magazine is novelty for many - and we feel it is our duty to keep up the passion to encourage people to read good news stories about faith
and resilience.  Exodus Christian Magazine is on a mission to increase readership.  At some point, some of our articles may also be available to read online.
Key Trends in Magazine Readership:
  • Print Preference: Despite digital growth, many readers prefer the physical experience of magazines, with 52% of British adults still reading print versions.
  • Demographics & Habits: Seven out of ten millennials read printed magazines for leisure. They are often viewed as a "stress-busting" and tactile alternative to constant digital stimulation.
  • High Trust and Quality: Magazine brands are often considered more trustworthy and curated than social media or fragmented digital news.
  • Niche & Special Interest: Niche, hobby-based, and high-quality niche publications are thriving, serving as community-driven, in-depth content sources.
  • Hybrid Consumption: Many readers consume both, with 82% of UK adults engaging with magazine media digitally while still enjoying physical copies.
  • Loyal Audience: In the UK, 20 million people (38% of the population) still read magazines, and the market for print is holding firm, notes InterMedia. 
The industry is adapting, using digital platforms to complement print, while specialized print magazines are experiencing a resurgence for their value as "coffee table" items and in-depth, focused reading experiences

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