Who founded PopMatters and when was it launched?
Sarah Zupko launched PopMatters in late 1999 as a sister site to her earlier academic resource, PopCultures. The new magazine began by offering original essays and reviews on various media products.
Questions about PopMatters
Short answers, pulled from the story.
When did PopMatters reach one million monthly readers?
Monthly readership exceeded one million readers by the fall of 2005. This growth marked a significant milestone for an online magazine operating without traditional print distribution channels.
What year did PopMatters start producing syndicated newspaper columns for McClatchy-Tribune News Service?
PopMatters produced several syndicated newspaper columns for McClatchy-Tribune News Service starting in 2006. By 2009 there were four different pop culture related columns each week.
Which book did PopMatters Book Imprint publish with Titan Books in May 2012?
The PopMatters Book Imprint published Joss Whedon: The Complete Companion edited by Mary Money with Titan Books in May 2012. Four additional titles appeared in a series with Counterpoint/Soft Skull between 2008 and 2009.
Who serves as senior editor at PopMatters and what are some notable former contributors?
Karen Zarker serves as senior editor while writers come from backgrounds ranging from academics to professional journalists. Notable former contributors include David Weigel who worked as political reporter for Slate and Steven Hyden who wrote for Grantland.