Title: Seventeen
Editor-in-Chief: Ann Shoket
Publisher: New York, NY: Heart Magazines
ISSN: 0037301X
http://www.seventeen.com
Summary: In publication since 1944, Seventeen has been a standby in teen magazine's for decades. Covering topics from beauty and health to boys and careers, teens are sure to be able to locate subjects of interest in each issue. $2.99 per issue from the newstand. Subscription of 12 issues for $10.
Critical Evaluation: Thoughtfully laid out, and with every detail clearly defined, Seventeen is probably the best of the magazines available especially for teens. It has fun quizzes and information on fashion, etc, but also contains more mature material such as teens finding their own images on the Internet after break-ups, internship nightmares, etc.
Editor Information: Ann Shocket keeps her own blog on the Seventeen website, but there is limited information available about her, beyond that she adores David Beckham, Adrian Grenier, Cherry Chapstick, and modern art. She is also to be found on the television series, America's Next Top Model.
Grades/Ages
Grades 8-12/Ages 13-19
Challenge Issues
Potential for trouble with younger teens looking at articles for the seventeen, and older, crowd. Would relate to parents or administrators that issues are not to be swept under the rug, and seeing them detailed in a reliable source is preferable to content to be found from young sources or often those on the Internet.
Why did you choose this book?
I chose this magazine because Seventeen has been in circulation so long, and appears to still be going strong, despite competition like Teen Vogue. I wanted to find a magazine for teens that contained topics more than just music, fashion, and celebrities.
