"Home Furnishings Business" from North American Publishing in January.

North American Publishing (NAPCO, Philadelphia, PA) will begin the publication of "Home Furnishings Business" magazine with an issue in January. The new title will be published ten times a year for a controlled circulation of 20,000 home furnishings manufacturers and retailers.

Operating as a part of NAPCO's Consumer Technology Publishing Group (CTPG), the new magazine's coverage will focus on the business of furniture retailing with information on best practices for home retailing and strategies and intelligence for manufacturers and retailers who want to maintain a successful business. Each issue will also cover tools and techniques, and offer advice for operations and management.

CTPG president Eric Schwartz said the "industry needs a magazine that can address business issues and retail strategy. 'HFB' will provide retailers with relevant coverage to help them plan and execute their businesses." Publisher Amy Kyle said "we feel the market is ready for a fresh and vibrant new title that retailers can turn to for not only news and product information but also business and strategy ideas."

CTGP also produces "Dealerscope," "Custom Retailer," "Picture Business" and consumer title "E-Gear." In total, NAPCO produces 14 magazines, 12 e-mail newsletters, three online information services and two trade shows.