I just don't understand how Pete allows himself to postpone QBE for several weeks while only having to complete the news briefs (2-3 hours of work). He had this issue almost complete 3 weeks ago (we talked). I mean, if he didn't have time to work on the issue at all I would understand more. But with every next issue he comes so near to release it to drop the ball again and again. Annoying.
I can only try to guess how hard it would be for Pete to give QBE for hands of someone else. Thoug, even it sounds rude, i think Pete is killing QBE and everything it and he has achieved with 27 previous issues.
I guess impatience is the sincerest form of flattery.
But I'm sure if you guys just wait a little longer, the latest edition will appear soon, perhaps with an explanation.
Alternatively, just try e-mailing him, see if you get a response that way.