Looking for a replacement for Adobe Pagemaker, Microsoft Publisher or Quark Express? Check out Scribus.

Pluses - I can think of three words: Ho-Ly-Cow! It's all here, shapes, graphics, layering, templates for any publishing project you need, from brochures to full magazine layout. Too many features to mention. It's open-source, so there is never a problem with file compatibility between clients, vendors, or other collaborators. They can simply download and install Scribus, and you're set. When was the last time you could say that with a pay-ware program.

Minuses - Like any publisher program, it's not for the faint of heart. Read the tutorials.