Direct and outspoken, Sassy magazine was the attempt of a group of idealistic editors and writers to change the nature of publications directed at teenage girls. First published in March 1988, Sassy was different from other girls' magazines, which were often filled with gushing articles about film and rock stars along with tips about fashion, makeup, and weight loss. Sassy's writers wrote thoughtful articles about a wide range of real life topics, without preaching or talking down to their readers. Although constantly threatened by boycotts organized by right-wing critics and by advertisers who demanded they print less controversial articles, Sassy became an important source of information and support for the young women who read it. Though founding editor Jane Pratt (1963?–) sold the magazine in 1996, and it stopped publishing for good in 1997, Sassy is still mourned by thousands of fans who have found little to replace its honest approach...