Des Moines, IA. (September 3, 2025) – Active Interest Media publication, WRITER’S DIGEST was named a finalist for two 2025 FOLIO: Eddie Award categories. Consumer profile “WD Interview: Steven Rowley” and special interest publication Writer’s Digest March/April 2025 Issue were both recognized as finalists.
The Eddie & Ozzie Awards celebrate peer-to-peer recognition, shining a light on the industry’s top editorial and design talents for their creativity, innovation, and dedication. Each year, the publishing community gathers to honor these achievements and support the creatives who drive the industry forward.
Finalists represent the highest-scoring entries per category, adjudicated by qualified editorial and design professionals. Eddie & Ozzie Awards is the most prestigious recognition program in the publishing community. There’s a place in the spotlight for every digital publication, magazine, regional title, association and brand, recognizing excellence in editorial content creation and design.
“I am always proud of the time, energy, and knowledge the WD team puts in every day to deliver exceptional education and inspiration to writers around the world,” says Amy Jones, editor-in-chief of Writer’s Digest. “This issue and interview exemplify that dedication, and it’s an honor to be recognized as a finalist for this year’s awards.”
View the 2025 Eddie & Ozzie Award Finalists
The winners will be announced on October 6, 2025 in New York City. Tickets are on sale for the event.
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About Active Interest Media, Inc.
One of the world’s leading enthusiast media companies, Active Interest Media (aimmedia.com) produces consumer and trade events, websites, magazines, podcasts, and TV shows that reach millions of readers, fans, and attendees across the globe. Our brands include Fine Homebuilding, Woodshop News, Log and Timber Home Living, Fine Gardening, Woodsmith, Garden Gate, Cuisine at Home, Writer’s Digest, Horticulture, Fine Woodworking, Numismatic News, Kovels Antique Trader, and more. The company, divided into four divisions — Collectibles, Home Arts, Home Building, and Writer’s Digest — also operates thriving B2B platforms, online universities, events, and marketing services. Active Interest Media’s customers are smart, engaged, and loyal, and they look to our brands for trustworthy information and services that will inspire and enable them to enjoy their passions.
CONTACT:
Erica Moynihan
Senior VP of Marketing
Active Interest Media
emoynihan@aimmedia.com
