Next Issue Media, an independent media consortium, was formed to explore and shape the boundless opportunities for publishers, advertisers and consumers in the exciting, emerging environment of digital publishing and e-reading devices.

Next Issue Media is a company established by publishers – five of them – for publishers – all of them. Our mission is to provide not only publishers, but advertisers, consumers and tech partners alike, an easy and economical entrée into the e-reading channel.

The venture will develop open standards for a new digital storefront and related technology to allow consumers to easily download and enjoy their favorite media content on a variety of digital devices including smartphones, e-readers, tablets, net books, desktops and laptops.

A vast array of magazine and newspaper content will be available for consumers to browse and buy. The venture will also offer a robust array of advertising opportunities for marketers via compelling new digital magazine and newspaper templates.