Georgia Backroads Advertising Information

Publication Overview

Georgia Backroads is Georgia’s premier quarterly magazine focusing on history, nature, lifestyles, and travel. Published in March, June, September, and December, it reaches subscribers across the United States and abroad, with a strong readership in Georgia and surrounding states.

  • Publisher: Daniel M. Roper

  • Call Local: (706) 295-7998
  • Toll Free: (800) 547-1625

Advertising Rates and Sizes

Georgia Backroads offers various ad sizes to suit different needs and budgets. Rates are effective as of January 1, 2023.

Ad Sizes and Rates (B&W / Color):

  • 1/8 page: $100 / $200
  • 1/4 page: $300 / $400
  • 1/2 page: $600 / $750
  • Full page: $900 / $1500

Premium Placements (Color only):

  • Inside front cover: $1750
  • Inside back cover: $1750
  • Outside back cover: $2500

Multiple Placement Discounts:

  • 2 issues: 10% off
  • 3 issues: 15% off
  • 4 issues: 25% off
  • 6 issues: 33% off

Ad Specifications and Requirements

Ensure your ad meets our specifications for the best results in print.

General Requirements:

  • Submit electronic files in QuarkXpress for Mac, EPS (.eps), or PDF format
  • PDFs should be optimized at 2400 dpi with embedded fonts
  • Trim size: 8½ x 11 inches
  • Colors available: 4 color process
  • No extra charge for bleeds

Ad Page Dimensions (W x H):

  • Full page: 7½ x 10 inches
  • Full page bleed: 8½ x 11 inches with 1/8 inch bleed
  • 2/3 page: 4¾ x 9¾ inches
  • 1/2 page vertical: 4¾ x 7⅜ inches
  • 1/2 page horizontal: 7¼ x 4¾ inches
  • 1/3 page vertical: 2¼ x 9¾ inches
  • 1/3 page horizontal: 4¾ x 4¾ inches
  • 1/4 page horizontal: 7¼ x 2¼ inches
  • 1/6 page vertical: 2¼ x 4¾ inches
  • 1/6 page horizontal: 4¾ x 2¼ inches
  • 1/8 page: 3½ x 2¼ inches
  • 1/12 page: 2¼ x 2¼ inches

Advertising Policies

Understanding our policies ensures a smooth advertising process for all parties.

Key Policies:

  • 15% commission to bona fide advertising agencies for ad space
  • Closing dates for ad space reservations: January 1, April 1, July 1, October 1
  • Payment due at time of ad placement
  • Typesetting and design costs (if needed): $150 per hour
  • Cancellations not accepted after issue closing date

Contact Our Team

For full details on our advertising policies or to place an ad, please contact:

  • Lisa L. Roper, Assistant Editor/Advertising
  • Phone: (706) 295-7998 or (800) 547-1625

  • Email: georgiabackroads@comcast.net

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