H&S Media Launches Mary Beth's Teddy Bears and More

Posted on August 23, 2000

H&S Media, the publishers of Mary Beth's Bean Bag World, have announced that the premiere issue of Mary Beth's Teddy Bears & More, will be available on newsstands September 5, 2000 with a cover price of $5.99 and initial circulation of 250,000. The new publication will offer news stories, analysis from artists, collectors and dealers, celebrity collections, collector tidbits, a reader's forum, Artist of the Month spotlight feature, rare and antique bears and other information for teddy bear collectors.

Editor-in-chief Mary Beth Sobolewski stated, ``Mary Beth's Teddy Bears & More will provide a variety of information for arctophiles (bear collectors) of all ages, so come join us as we explore the wonderful world of Teddy bears, which have been loved, created and collected for nearly 100 years!''

Sobolewski went on to say, ``We're very excited to remain at the forefront of news and information that influence the collectibles world, and firmly believe we will continue to be its leading resource.'' She added, ``The world launch of Teddy Bears & More is slated to take place at the Second Annual Collectibles Convention in Scottsdale, Arizona September 1 through 3, 2000 -- allowing interested parties to preview the magazine before its official on sale date.''

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