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Channeled Poetry, The Collection - From the Star Gates of Light by Malinda Hurd
Naughty Mouse by Jordan Bubin
Shattered Glass by CL
Shattered Glass is a perzine and photozine about overcoming chaos and loosing relationships. It has full color pages with 35mm film photos and poetry about growth. Order it today!
Hello, Sunshine by Daniel Mariotti
"31 photographs taken over 31 days of journaling capture the fluctuation of how I experience depression. Even on my best days, where the world appears most vivid and colorful, depression is ever present, a force physically seen in each picture-- depression visually mimicked through altering my camera, by poking holes into the shutter, constructing the fog seen in the images, a fog that contracts and grows at the mercy of space-time."
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How To Be Alive in a Dying World by Finn Oakes
How to Be Alive In A Dying World is a lyrical mini book of reflections on how to feel alive and resilient inside of climate chaos. It's a set of notes to the self that's soothing to the soul. Order this zine today!
Everyday Magic #3 - Love by Finn Oakes
Everyday Magic #3 - Love by Finn Oakes was published in 2015. It contains stories about building relationships to nine different plants across nine years. Vignettes about birth, death, sex, healing, work, trauma, ritual and the ways I have learned to live into love. Order this zine today!
L.A. Sucks...and so do you by Yolie Contreras
A spiritual sequel to Miserable Bitch, LA Sucks... And So Do You zine, is a meditation on the concept of what "home" means. Filled with disappointments, a sad girl playlist and Hollywood Forever Cemetery, this zine shows that you can never truly go home again.
Poems That May Change by Michael Buckius
Poems that may change is a darkly humorous and whimsical collection of 15 poems written during the pandemic. It’s about America, the passing of time, maturity, cats, and other weird reflections during this strange and tragic time. These are poems born from both stagnancy and immediacy, a tribute to getting lost in both serious and silly thoughts.
An(other) Anachronism in the Making issue 2 by Matthew Tinsley
Fleeting thoughts, reflections and feelings over one turbulent weekend in November 2020, centered around loss, grief, transitioning and how the pandemic makes all of these things especially inconvenient.
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I Just Had to Get Something Off My Chest by Jude Schroder
In their first ever zine, Jude (they/them/theirs) takes you through their top surgery journey. From trying on a binder for the first time to proudly displaying their chest six months post-op, Jude peels back their skin to reveal the impact of gender-affirming surgery in a trans person’s life. Part photo essay and part poem, this vulnerable zine will take you along a non-binary person’s quest towards a flat chest.
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Oblivion Spin Occasionally "Borrowed Skeletons" by Matthew Tinsley
32 pages of aesthetic af ramblings. This issue of the oh es oh explores nostalgia and skeletons we carry with us, literal and metaphorical, in a round about way.
Hexed by Salem Black
"Hexed is a collection of poems from when I felt that I was being hexed by Sabrina The Teenage Bitch." It's a great read for folks interested in gothic poetry.
Memoirs of a Liar Collage Edition by Charissa Lucille
This zine was originally published in 2016 as a collage edition of Memoirs of a Liar. It contains short typewritten prose poems about people I've kissed in my life alongside collages and found images. This zine is 16 pages long, full color, and handbound with wax thread.
Please know this zine comes with a trigger warning of violence, drug use, and sexual abuse.
Unfinished // Isolation by Charissa Lucille
This zine is the third issue in Charissa's Unfinished series. Every year that feels monumental, they publish a zine. Issue three contains typewritten poems paired with cell phone photos during COVID-19 isolation.
This zine is 12 pages long, full color, and handbound with wax thread. This zine contains discussion of mental and physical illness.
A Measure of Safety by Justine Marzack
A collection of poems by queer non binary author Justine Nathalie Marzack. Hand bound and hand painted, part of the Royal Blue limited edition of 20.
Midnight ServiceBy Joe Carlough
Benefit zine to support the Mütter Museum of art and essays by various artists that comes with an album download. Proceeds benefit the museum, released in conjunction with This & That Tapes.
Neurotic Hag by Yolie Contreras
The third zine in my color series. Neurotic Hag focuses on my various neuroses, being childfree and the idea of family. First half deals with my own general neurotic thoughts. Second half deals with being childfree and my thoughts on family.
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mommom poempoem daddad by Michael Buckius
A collection of 24 new poems that are both absurd and serious but always planted firmly in the tradition of anti-nostalgia.
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Better Than What by Michael Buckius
Black and white half-frame photography, poetry, and plenty of empty space to think.
Loneliness Hears But Does Not Come to Hold Me by Shannen Roberts
Photo and poem zine #1 in a two-part series. "Loneliness Hears But Does Not Come to Hold Me" contains poems, photos and drawings that crave comfort in all the wrong places. It was written at the same time as Cusi Coyllur’s "Bipolar Lovers in Love" EP over a course of 10 years. 32 pages. 8 x 5 inches. Color. Handwritten and typed poems and drawings by Shannen Roberts (Cusi Coyllur). Photography by Sara Corona. Comes with a bookmark that has a code to download the EP for free.
Hideous Monster by Shannen Roberts
Photo and poem zine #2 in a two-part series. "Hideous Monster" battles the different terrors men shapeshift into and the aftermath of fear, anger, and inadequacy. It was written at the same time as Cusi Coyllur’s "Bipolar Lovers in Love" EP over a course of 10 years. 32 pages. 8 x 5 inches. Color. Handwritten and typed poems and drawings by Shannen Roberts (Cusi Coyllur). Photography by Sara Corona. Comes with a bookmark that has a code to download the EP for free.
There was This Girl I Knew Before by Jude Schroder
“there was this girl i knew before” explores what it was like for Jude (they/them) to be in a relationship with someone who became severely depressed for over a year. This zine features poetry Jude wrote during the Covid-19 lockdown in 2020 and 2021 as well as their original illustrations. This poetry and art anthology will take you through the struggles of living through isolation and tackling mental health challenges within a romantic relationship. [Warning] This zine covers the following themes: depression, mental illness, trauma, and abusive relationships. A5 size, Glossy
Growing Up Queer In the Suburbs: A Compilation Zine by Maira McDermott
A 40 page black and white compilation zine about growing up queer in the suburbs, featuring 19 contributors! Printed by Wasted Ink Zine Distro in Phoenix, AZ <3
Stars & Stitches by Dawn May
A zine about identity and understanding yourself (or a lack thereof). Two poems, one has the stars and the other has the stitches, and a first attempt at the use of color and graphic design in a zine.
The Dragon Within Antarctica’s Prison by Will Dee
In the early 22nd century, trapped in an Antarctic research facility, Aura feels as if she has been defeated by the totalitarian conglomerate Command. In the midst of invasive testing, a transdimensional breakthrough emerges. Is there a message for those who Remember?
Shine! Issue 1 by Ellie Maverick
Without the Words, There’s No Song by Billy Bridwell III
Impressions 2 By Jean Marie Munson
Transmission Lost by Zoe Sugg
Lambchop Lipgloss by Sam Grant
This is a beautifully made zine, which hosts several mini-comics, navigates the different perspectives of those around us. Or possibly the perspective of relationship building, or of an actual building in love with a plane. It’s complicated, much like life can be when everyone is living their unique perspective.
If all of that sounds intriguing, this might be the comic zine for you!
I am Often Fearful of People in the World by Bethany Fortner
A mini-zine about the cycle of fear and pain, connected together with art of animals as they relate to the world around them. Pick this zine up today!
Figments by Alexa Lima
This zine features simplistic, and still intricate, fragment-like collages. If you appreciate what can be said with minimalist art, this zine is within your wheelhouse.
(Also, if you unfold the zine entirely, there’s a beautiful piece waiting for you!)
Delicate Pipes by Erin Dorney
Delicate Pipes is a perzine that explores digestive issues the author has dealt with her entire life. This zine explores her symptoms, coping mechanisms, and journey. Her aim with this zine is to help someone else feel a little less alone. Her words are paired with collage imagery of plants and plumbing. Order this perzine today!
King-Cat Number 79 by John Porcellino
King-Cat is a slice-of-life comic collection, featuring a Tops 40s list, a guest comic from Gabrielle Bell, and letters + art from readers. If you’re looking for a sometimes funny, sometimes heartfelt perzine-adjacent read, this might be the zine for you!
Growing Hope by Rachel Bard
Growing Hope follows the life of a robot and neglected plant who, out of loneliness, download the advertised friendly robot, HopeTM. This comic is printed on a beautiful navy blue cardstock with metallic bronze ink, highlighting the robotic and space theme of its contents.
For comic-lovers and fans of unique and artistic formatting, this is the zine for you. Order it today!
There is Something I Want to be by Bethany Fortner
This mini-zine expresses the dynamic and powerful expressions from those who have been told to be smaller than themselves. The accompanying art is simple and beautiful linework, framing the “I want” phrases. Order this mini-zine today!
Babes From Outer-Space by 12doodlinglambs
Gorgeous and unique one-eyed alien girls on every page - what’s not to love? Order this zine today and see these aliens in all their bloody, pin-up glory!
Dog Day Depression by Elliott Jouza
Dog Day Depression is a short wordless, all color comic about a dog human doing his daily routine in the restroom, except this time it might have gone a bit too far. Find out how by purchasing!
Elliott Jouza is an Arizona-based self taught transmasculine artist, creating both uniquely queer content, and short comics with original characters.
The Magic Glasses by Melina Chavarria and Jean Munson
The Magic Glasses is about a young Latina growing up in a world obsessed with social media and public opinion. Heidy just graduated high school and is uncertain about what she wants to do with her life. She spends most of her time playing video games all day and partying with friends at night. Brace yourself as Heidy begins the adventure towards finding the Magic Glasses.
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The Tangible Calling Issue #3 by Drew Campbell
"The Tangible Calling #3 is the latest zine from Vlasinda Productions. It was first conceived in 2012, after previously releasing the first 2 issues. For whatever reason it went unfinished and put aside. Recently we came across it and decided it was time. So here it is, almost a decade later."
It's Just Another Day #1 by BluRaven Houvener
The adventure begins when Jake, a small town teen, arrives home from school one day and discovers something that shatters his life as he knows it. This 1st issue kicks off a reboot of the former webcomic with new art and stories! Add this comic to your collection today!
It's Just Another Day #2 by BluRaven Houvener
Teen life can be awkward...it doesn't get any better when you live in a cramped dark basement with your parents. At least your girlfriend is by your side...right? Wacky antics ensue as Jake tries to cope in this second issue of the It's Just another day series!
Kinogram #1: Uncle Jerry by S.A. Mukherji
"A story about a farm, Fargo, family, abuse, humor, creativity, silences, hauntings, love, loss. A story about my uncle. The first in a planned series of five. 24 pages with color illustrations."
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Monstrous Vol 2 by Kayla Shaggy
Monstrous Zine Vol. 2 - Another collection of more detailed illustrations of monsters in all of their black and white glory!
Empty by Zack John Lee
"Empty" is a visual retelling of the story of Tokusan, a buddhist scholar who upon his awakening under a Zen master, became a prominent teacher in Zen Buddhism. Empty is based on the stories (koans) told in the Blue Cliff Records. (3 color Riso print)
Illustrated Bar Flies: Ghost by Fly Paper
When the pandemic shut down live performances, the monthly storytelling event Bar Flies was out on the street. Instead of hosting shows on Zoom, Bar Flies co-founder Amy Silverman launched a series of Illustrated Bar Flies -- true stories told with words AND pictures. We presented these online and now they are available in print, as zines. The theme for the third in the series, published in October 2020, is GHOST.
Illustrated Fire Flies: Mask by Fly Paper
When the pandemic shut down live performances, the monthly storytelling event Bar Flies was out on the street. Instead of hosting shows on Zoom, Bar Flies co-founder Amy Silverman launched a series featuring true stories told with words AND pictures. We presented these online and now they are available in print, as zines. The second in the series is devoted to work by teens, as part of our teen program, Fire Flies. The theme for Illustrated Fire Flies, published in August 2020, is MASK.
Illustrated Bar Flies: Home by Fly Paper
When the pandemic shut down live performances, the monthly storytelling event Bar Flies was out on the street. Instead of hosting shows on Zoom, Bar Flies co-founder Amy Silverman launched a series of Illustrated Bar Flies -- true stories told with words AND pictures. We presented these online and now they are available in print, as zines. The theme for the first in the series, published in May 2020, is HOME.
Women of Westeros by Jackson Kloog
Women of Westeros - For all the Game of Thrones fans! A limited edition handmade book of lithographs.
Jake "A World of Musicians" by BluRaven Houvener
Jake -in- "A World of Musicians"
Jumping straight off the pages of 'The Year of Reflection' webcomic, we peer into the mind of Jake as he rants maybe a little too much on a date. Comic and Perzine blend to weave this story of laughs, insight, and maybe a little bitterness all ending in a solid message!
Junk Drawer by Morgan Everly
"A zine of black and white musings, and general illustrations that were cute, but not quite good enough for anything substantial. A look at my day to do doodles from work, home and the bars, and a widely inclusive look into my messy brain!"
Loupette and the Moon by Nancy Andrews
The comic book, Loupette and the Moon, follows the narrative of Loupette, a girl with hypertrichosis, presenting ideas about the mind, sanity and perception, based on the experience of the author as a person with a genetic disorder who has experienced delirium and medical trauma. The book was produced for Artists in Context's Artists' Prospectus for the Nation with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts and The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts; additional funding provided by College of the Atlantic.
Amoral Beatitudes #5 by Alex Crockett
Issue 5 of Amoral Beatitudes was themed on the wide array of experiences and thoughts that came up during the 2020 pandemic, with the usual lens of social justice advocacy and activism. TW for topics of loss/bereavement, sexual abuse, substance abuse, political gaslighting, and so on. This zine is 72 pages long and includes over 30 different contributors from a variety of backgrounds.
Morning Routine by Cassidy Parsons and ZuZu Cartoons
This zine uses the monster genre to explore the relationship between the anxieties that live in our minds and the ones we see in the real world. The best part is the ghoul's outline on the front cover: As these are hand-drawn, each one is unique!
Year: 2019
Idea by Cassidy Parsons, Script & Art by ZuZu Cartoons
Celestial Bodies by Mike Hunter
This is a zine full of illustrations showcasing different bodies that aren’t the stereotypical, idolized physique. The artist worked with several models in the LGBT+ community to produce tons of illustrations. The zine is perfect bound, and is printed on high quality paper, and individually numbered. Each zine has 80 pages of beautiful illustrations.
The Story of Them Chapter 1 by Chris Talbot-Heindl
The Story of Them is an exploration of what it's like to be nonbinary or gender non-conforming in today's very gender binary society. In Chapter 1, Charlie makes the call to get affirming therapy and discusses what happened last time when they had an unaffirming therapist.
The Story of Them Chapter 2 by Chris Talbot-Heindl
The Story of Them is an exploration of what it's like to be nonbinary or gender non-conforming in today's very gender binary society. In Chapter 2, Yang discusses what happened when they came out as nonbinary to their mother and grandmother.
The Story of Them Chapter 3 by Chris Talbot-Heindl
The Story of Them is an exploration of what it's like to be nonbinary or gender non-conforming in today's very gender binary society. In Chapter 3, Shondra discusses the white cisgender heterosexual nonsense ze experiences at work.
The Story of Them Chapter 4 by Chris Talbot-Heindl
The Story of Them is an exploration of what it's like to be nonbinary or gender non-conforming in today's very gender binary society. In Chapter 4, Tar discusses how they felt watching the 2018 elections.
Running Yonge by Alex Prong
Illustrated by Joey Dean and written by Alex Prong, this 5.5" x 7.5" comic explores the gentrification and financial inaccessibility of Toronto neighborhoods as the narrator trains for a half marathon with their dog, Bowie.
$2.50 from every sale is donated to ACORN (Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now), an independent organization of low and moderate-income folks working toward social and economic justice in nine cities across Canada, including Toronto.
Amazing Arizona Comics #44 by Russ Kazmierczak
The 2020 election is looming, and Arizona's own superheroes face their biggest threats: K.A.R.E.N., the beer bugs, and MORE...!
Check it out, it's a flipbook!
The Story of Them Prologue by Chris Talbot-Heindl
The Story of Them is an exploration of what it's like to be nonbinary or gender non-conforming in today's very gender binary society. In the prologue, Yang, Tar, Shondra, Max, Alex, Isaac, Charlie, and Chris attend a roller derby bout. Chris discusses their anxiety with Shondra. Their conversation causes all the characters to remember their first therapy appointment with Kim, an affirming therapist.
Made The Cut by Shelby Edwards
“Made the Cut” is a zine of illustrations of Butch haircuts. I wanted to give attention to a variety of Butch haircuts and isolate them to emphasize their importance as a source of pride, and claim to Butch identity.
Kiss Me, I'm Radioactive, 2020 Sketchbook Zine by Mads Pennisi
"This 34 page zine includes all the sketches I made during quarantine 2020! Expect Metal Gear fanart, monsters, horses, shirtless men, queer vibes, original characters, comics, playlist, ramblings, and much more! This little book is my baby child, I worked incredibly hard on it!! Printed on nicely textured recycled paper with a full color cover. Measures 8.5" x 5.5" "
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Fangirling Over an Ice Mummy, 2019 Sketchbook Zine by Mads Pennisi
"Everything I've sketched in 2019. 30 pages of sketches, full illustrations, concept art, horses, mummies, demons, original characters, queer shenanigans, Jojo's Bizarre Adventure fanart, and more! Includes a playlist, Cult of Doggod membership card, and my eternal love."
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How Can I Help? by Danielle Underhill
Using sacred geometric shapes from the Spirograph and a small collection of positive affirmations and words of wisdom focused on self care. Beautiful colors and images paired with some traditional collage which pays homage to the great Lao Tzu.
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The Magic Glasses Issue 2 by Jean Munson, Melina Cavarria, and Walid Atshe
Heidy is growing up in South Central trying to figure out the game of life. The game is not easy as she navigates the rave without her close friends. This comic issue, Heidy needs the glasses to figure out the game of life.
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