We the People...

As much as we readers would hate to admit it, we are attracted to the wild stories and flashy headlines that are commonly found in magazines. 

We acknowledge the fact that many of these stories are exaggerated and dramatized for entertainment purposes, but there is something so intriguing and enjoyable about sitting down to read the juicy details in the lives of our favorite celebrities. 

It's human nature. 

However, many of these magazine publications do not have the most admirable reputation. They often don't receive the same respect that newspapers receive. The question is, why? 

The New York Historical

The first issue of People magazine featured 

Mia Farrow on the cover, who played 

Daisy Buchanan in "The Great Gatsby."

People magazine released their inaugural issue on March 4, 1974 and characterized itself as a weekly celebrity and human interest magazine spotlighting the personal lives of notable and intriguing people. The first issue, flying off the shelves, had an initial press run of 1.4 million copies. Since then, it has grown into one of America's best-selling weeklies.

Reader reviews about People often mention its ability to provide an accessible, entertaining glimpse into celebrity lives with a mix of relatable stories, great photography and a trustworthy reputation for reporting accurate news without excessive negativity. 

As an optimistic person, this is something I appreciate.

Unlike other celebrity publications, People is known for its positive portrayal of celebrities, focusing on personal milestones and heartwarming stories. It prioritizes human interest stories, highlighting ordinary people in its "Half Their Size" and "Heroes Among Us" features, to further resonate with the audience.

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A beautiful photograph of Simone Biles

featured on the cover of People magazine. 

Naturally, the eyes of any reader are drawn to photographs rather than large paragraphs of words. That's why journalists write the way they do. That's why most news stories you read include intriguing photographs that compliment the story. Readers appreciate the abundance of high-quality celebrity photos that appear in each issue. People strives to incorporate images that are attractive and pleasing to the eye, but it doesn't lack in the literary element in any means.

The writers for People, in general, use a conversational and friendly tone to simulate a chat over coffee with a good friend, specifically the one that spills all the details. Celebrity, movies, music, crime, food, health, travel. The grand variety of topics ensures that there is something for every type of person. 

Additionally, the opinion pieces, both articles and reviews, are authentic and thoughtful. The delivery is enlightening and honest, some of the principle values of any opinion piece.

Tom Wyman 

People released an exclusive feature on John Stamos titled,

"I'll Be A Fun Dad," to announce his baby on the way.

Most importantly, the content is organized in an easy-to-read fashion. The layout and writing style are considered user-friendly, making it a quick and enjoyable read for those on-the-go. Each page contains a creative mixture of text, graphics and pictures that contribute to the overall theme and brand of People.

And that brings me to my final point. 

This publication has created a name for itself and a reputation that many admire, myself included. We the people enjoy reading about the people. 

This magazine is quite literally built on this foundation.