Always a challenge to strike the right note on the front with a story like #Philip. Not least the choice of picture - the way most think of him or a man in his prime?
ICYMI a few thoughts on today's offering.
First, it's not about *you* and *your* grief.
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ICYMI a few thoughts on today's offering.
First, it's not about *you* and *your* grief.
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Yes, you want to tell people what's inside. But try to dial down the self-promotion. A "magical" supplement? And "historic *144* pages? That screams "don't buy me"
...and do we need to be told about a Monday supplement on today's front page?
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...and do we need to be told about a Monday supplement on today's front page?
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It's good to recognise that not *all* your readers may be completely obsessed by the royals. They might like to know you're offering something else.
There are ways to do it....and, perhaps, ways not to do it...
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There are ways to do it....and, perhaps, ways not to do it...
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This has to be the most incongruous p1 picture of the day...
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The best advice is keep it clean. Maybe like this...
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The Independent, though now online only, still produces a "front page". And today's is good...
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But, for my money, easily the best of the day is @telegraph. Striking picture on black background; no headline, so no fawning or mawkishness; tasteful guide to what's inside at the bottom. Great job!
Happy Saturday everyone...
Happy Saturday everyone...
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