Hachette's MPA dues totaled approximately $1 million, although the MPA says
that number is "highly overstated," without giving a specific amount. Hachette is far from being MPA's biggest source of revenue.
Membership dues for U.S. companies are based on circulation
revenues and ad revenues, says the MPA. Insiders estimate Hearst Magazines is paying about $2 million a year to belong, Condé Nast pays about $2.75 million, and Time Inc. coughs up nearly
$3.25 million. MPA won't confirm the fees and refuses to discuss membership dropouts.
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