What is a zine?
A zine is a small-circulation self-published work of original or appropriated texts and images, usually reproduced via a copy machine. Zines are the product of either a single person or of a very small group, and are popularly photocopied into physical prints for circulation. A fanzine (blend of fan and magazine) is a non-professional and non-official publication produced by enthusiasts of a particular cultural phenomenon (such as a literary or musical genre) for the pleasure of others who share their interest. The term was coined in an October 1940 science fiction fanzine by Russ Chauvenet and popularized within science fiction fandom, entering the Oxford English Dictionary in 1949
Who produces zines?
EVERYONE! People make zines to talk about subjects they care about, publish their writing, or simply have their voices heard. If you have something you are passionate about, make a zine and share it with the library!
Who will see my zine?
We will catalog your zine and everyone on campus will be able to check it out of the library!
How to make a zine!
(Or stop by the library for a premade zine!)