# Writer's Digest Magazine

> Leading publication for writers with craft instruction, industry trends, and author interviews. (iPhone/iPad app by Active Interest Media, Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/writers-digest-magazine/id772120099 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Active Interest Media, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/419605844)
- Category: Lifestyle, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 69 App Store ratings · 28 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 86 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch
- Released: 2013-12-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/writers-digest-magazine/id772120099/reviews.md

## What is Writer's Digest Magazine?

Writer’s Digest has been North America’s leading publication for working and aspiring writers since 1920, showcasing the latest in industry trends, expert craft instruction and inspiration straight from publishing professionals, accomplished writers and bestselling authors. Every issue is packed with techniques for succeeding in every genre, must-have insider information on the business of getting published, tips and tricks for getting creative and staying motivated, interviews with the most successful writers dominating bookshelves and bylines today, profiles of top literary agents and editors and what they’re seeking, and much, much more.

The Writer's Digest Magazine Subscriptions available: 
A single issue for $5.99 (non-subscription) 
1-year subscription for $19.99, automatically renewed until canceled 
Payment for all purchases will be charged to your iTunes account at the confirmation of your purchase. 

SUBSCRIBERS’ AUTOMATIC-RENEWAL FEATURE: Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your iTunes account will automatically be charged at the same price for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period (another year for annual subscribers, another month for monthly subscribers) unless you change your subscription preferences in your account settings. You can manage your subscriptions through your Account Settings after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. Please go to http://www.writersdigest.com/contact-us for more information. Please review our privacy policy and terms here: http://www.fwcommunity.com/termsofuse
http://www.fwcommunity.com/privacy 

Support: 
At F+W Media, we want to make sure our applications enhance your crafting experience. Our expert, helpful customer service team is always standing by to answer your questions, help you with any technical issues, and hear your suggestions for making our applications even better. 
If you have any issues with or suggestions relating to functionality of the iPad app itself, we want to hear from you. Please email us at listdept@fwmedia.com so that we can address your concerns.

## Key features

- Industry trends
- Expert craft instruction
- Genre techniques
- Publishing business insights
- Author interviews
- Literary agent profiles

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Year Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| 1 Month Subscription | $2.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Writer's Digest January 2014 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Writer's Digest May/June 2014 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Writer's Digest July/August 2014 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Writer's Digest September 2014 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Writer's Digest November/December 2014 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Writer's Digest July/August 2015 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Writer's Digest January 2016 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Writer's Digest March/April 2016 | $5.99 | one-time |
| November/December 2023 | $5.99 | one-time |
| July/August 2025 | $5.99 | one-time |
| May/June 2026 | $5.99 | one-time |
| January/February 2024 | $5.99 | one-time |
| WD Yearbook | $5.99 | one-time |
| WD Yearbook 2026 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Writer’s Digest January 2018 | $5.99 | one-time |
| July/Jugust 2019 | $4.99 | one-time |
| November/December 2027 | $5.99 | one-time |
| WD Yearbook 2022 | $5.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 28)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/writers-digest-magazine/id772120099/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Don’t even open

*2026-07-31*

I had the suspicion for years, and today I subscribed to the print AND digital version, and tried to open the app… it doesn’t even open, quits automatically… I will cancel my digital subscription

### 1/5 — I cannot expand the page

*2026-02-01*

I cannot expand the page, so I can’t read it. The apprentice is too small. The page is to fill up my screen on my iPad. Now it does not. The little dots of the upper left are not functioning properly.

### 3/5 — Problem logging in

*2021-12-31*

Just subscribed   Cant log in to iPad app.  It tells me where to find account number but never goes back to sign in fields.

### 1/5 — Terrible Doesn’t work

*2019-09-14*

This app seems fine but doesn’t work only ads no articles show up. Besides the fact that is just a pdf viewer.

### 5/5 — Could not log in

*2019-07-08*

Selected digital subscriber. Correctly  input e-mail & password. The app would not accept them. Great magazine, but I will have to read it on my computer & not my phone.

### 2/5 — Two Quick Suggestions

*2019-03-23*

Hi there.

I haven’t used this app enough yet, but I’m willing to try it more (I’m really not a fan of Zinio).

There are many things that can improve the user experience, but I won’t comment there yet.  It feels like this app was written by someone’s kid who knows how to write a basic iOS app but is clearly not a professional developer.

1. Use your WD logo for the app icon.  What’s there now looks like a default grab that Safari makes for an icon when saving a web link to your desktop.  It’s truly terrible.  Why didn’t you use your logo in the first place?  It’s gorgeous, instantly recognizable to anyone in the know, and it’s your brand.

2. Change the title on the icon to something that fully displays — and displays well.  What we see is, “WRITER’SDIG...”  The icon I have on my for a saved webpage link to my WD Tutorials subscription fully displays “WD Tutorials” without truncation.  WD, WD Mag, and WD Magazine are all shorter, so each should fully display.

These two items, alone, make me question the authority of all the articles you publish on “building an author platform” and any other marketing.  People really do judge a book by its cover, and I keep passing over the icon for this app when quickly scanning what I have on my iPad.  This just looks like a bad, default save-to-desktop icon.

Once I use the app more, I’ll add more.  There are many user experience basics missing.

This app gets the basic job done, but it truly feels like an absolute minimal effort.

### 1/5 — Back Issues Are Gone

*2019-01-15*

Cancelling my subscription after five years. Absolutely disgusted.  Dealing with Zinio App Support has been a nightmare except for Debbie who is the only one over there who tries to help. The magazine is just not worth the headache.

### 4/5 — Much Improved - Love it

*2018-06-28*

The new app is so much better than the old. I have had no problems with it and the issues are available in a much more timely manner. Thank you for listening and creating a new app that I really enjoy using!

### 1/5 — Lost Everything I Paid For

*2018-05-10, version 2.0*

I have tried everything to restore purchases. No dice. The developers of this app have essentially abandoned it. Utter crap.

### 1/5 — iTunes Subscription Lost

*2018-01-03*

Update- I found a work around.  Delete the app, then power cycle your device (just deleting won’t work, you have to power cycle).  Re-install the app.  Once you’ve re-installed, follow the directions in the app to restore your purchases (this worked on an iPad Pro 10.5 and an iPhone 7+, each in the exact same way).  Because the app is still broken I won’t change my rating but maybe these steps will help someone else get back their purchased issues.

Since the App updated to the new version I can’t access new or historical issues with a valid iTunes subscription.  I’ve tried following the in-app instructions, deleting and re-installing, nothing works.  I have ten months left and a lot of issues that should be available based on past subscriptions that aren’t there anymore.  Please fix this.

## Frequently asked questions about Writer's Digest Magazine

### What is Writer's Digest Magazine about?

Writer's Digest Magazine is North America's leading publication for writers, offering expert craft instruction, industry trends, and inspiration. It covers techniques for various genres, insider information on getting published, and interviews with successful authors and literary agents.

### What kind of content can I find in the app?

The app provides techniques for succeeding in every genre, insider information on the business of publishing, tips for creativity and motivation, interviews with successful writers, and profiles of top literary agents and editors.

### How much does the app cost?

You can purchase a single issue for $5.99 or a 1-year subscription for $19.99. Subscriptions automatically renew until canceled. Payment is handled through your iTunes account.

### Can I cancel my subscription?

Yes, you can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal in your iTunes account settings at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Cancellations are not permitted during an active subscription period.

### What if I have technical issues or suggestions?

F+W Media offers expert customer service to help with technical issues and suggestions. You can email them at listdept@fwmedia.com to address any concerns or provide feedback on the app's functionality.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.4.0 — 2026-01-23

To make your reading experience even better, we update the app regularly.
This update includes:
• General performance improvements

### 3.3.10 — 2026-01-09

To make your reading experience even better, we update the app regularly.
This update includes:
• General performance improvements

### 3.3.9 — 2025-09-10

To make your reading experience even better, we update the app regularly.
This update includes:
• General performance improvements

### 3.3.8 — 2025-02-26

To make your reading experience even better, we update the app regularly.
This update includes:
• General performance improvements

### 3.3.7 — 2024-10-17

To make your reading experience even better, we update the app regularly.
This update includes:
• General performance improvements

## Apps similar to Writer's Digest Magazine

| App | Rating | Price | Category |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Esquire Magazine US](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/esquire-magazine-us/id433020707) | 4.4 (1,431) | Free | Lifestyle |
| [Real Simple Magazine](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/real-simple-magazine/id473332324) | 4.5 (374) | Free | Lifestyle |
| [Southern Living Magazine](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/southern-living-magazine/id473964082) | 4.7 (528) | Free | Lifestyle |
| [Pocketmags Digital Newsstand](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocketmags-digital-newsstand/id447766921) | 4.1 (545) | Free | Lifestyle |
| [ADDitude Magazine](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/additude-magazine/id582710097) | 2.3 (39) | Free | Lifestyle |
| [Oprah Daily](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oprah-daily/id431268323) | 4.7 (4,769) | Free | Lifestyle |

## More apps by Active Interest Media, Inc

- [Log & Timber Home Living](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/log-and-timber-home-living/id469248583)
- [Old House Journal](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/old-house-journal/id492726620)
- [Timber Home Living](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timber-home-living/id703162983)
- [Popular Woodworking Magazine](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/popular-woodworking-magazine/id731657058)
- [Garden Gate Magazine](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/garden-gate-magazine/id1413265145)

All apps by Active Interest Media, Inc: https://appshunter.io/developer/419605844

## Related topics

[writers digest](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/writers-digest) · [writer's digest magazine](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/writer-s-digest-magazine)

---

*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-25.*