THERE FOR US
Anna Sellheim & Tillie Walden
12 pages, 5.25 x 8 inches, B&W, $4 (?Can/Mex, ?? trades)
http://annasellheim.storenvy.com/products/19522903-there-for-us
This is a great little comic; it's a positive account of both authors' experiences at Planned Parenthood. Each author wrote and illustrated their own stories, and they're different from one another but no less powerful -- their drawing styles are well-matched and both stories are compelling. It's important to show a diversity of perspective, especially in support of women's experiences, because Planned Parenthood is such an important resource to so many people. Highly recommended. (Note: there is a way to read it online without buying the comic, but if you're able to buy the comic I recommend doing so.)
Saturday, November 3, 2018
CAT PARTY #3
CAT PARTY #3: The Collectible Cat
by Katie Haegele
illustrated by Caitlin Peck
28 pages, 5.5. x 8.5 inches, $3 US (? Can/Mex, trades??)
https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/9894
This zine is pretty clearly what it says it is: it's all about cat collectibles, particularly second-hand stuff like mugs (one in particular with a snooty Siamese, which I of course thought was great) and jigsaw puzzles, cat lamps and cross stitch samplers. The writing style is lovely and fun; it's a delight to read and the illustrations are perfectly matched. I'd argue that even if you don't love cats (full disclosure: I do, no surprise there) you'd still dig this zine. It's a lot about the object itself, the weird knickknack, the odd cat lamp with glowing eyes and the mis-priced bone china mug with the Siamese on it. It's pretty charming; I recommend it.
by Katie Haegele
illustrated by Caitlin Peck
28 pages, 5.5. x 8.5 inches, $3 US (? Can/Mex, trades??)
https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/9894
This zine is pretty clearly what it says it is: it's all about cat collectibles, particularly second-hand stuff like mugs (one in particular with a snooty Siamese, which I of course thought was great) and jigsaw puzzles, cat lamps and cross stitch samplers. The writing style is lovely and fun; it's a delight to read and the illustrations are perfectly matched. I'd argue that even if you don't love cats (full disclosure: I do, no surprise there) you'd still dig this zine. It's a lot about the object itself, the weird knickknack, the odd cat lamp with glowing eyes and the mis-priced bone china mug with the Siamese on it. It's pretty charming; I recommend it.
AMERICAN INDIAN READY TO WEAR CATALOGUE 2018 (May 2018)
AMERICAN INDIAN READY TO WEAR CATALOGUE 2018 (May 2018)
by Joey Clift
12 pages, 5.5 x 8.5 inches, $5 physical/$1 digital US (? Can/Mex), no trades
11615 Victory Blvd Apt 8
North Hollywood CA 91606
Joeyclift@gmail.com
https://redcatpress.com
Description: "From Iron Eyes Cody to Native American sports mascots, The American Indian Ready to Wear Catalogue is a 10-page mini-zine featuring all of the fashion tips you need to be the only type of American Indian that white society will allow you to be: a racist caricature." Written by Joey Clift, member of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe, and illustrated by Janet Myer, member of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe, this one is worth checking out; there are are important points to consider here and the author and illustrator are straightforward and to the point. For example, one of the "on sale" items in the catalogue is titled "President Andrew Jackson / Fuck That Guy" and the description reads "Only 200 years later, people finally understand that the president who signed the Indian Removal Act into law kind of sucked!" This zine is very effective satire, pointing out the "Retired New Ager" (both female and male) and "The Urban Indian" (among others) to call out these racist caricatures -- some of which remain so prevalent in American culture (sports teams like the R******* [this is how it's printed in the zine, so I'm including it], and the Land O'Lakes Butter Maiden, etc.) that you might be surprised to find them included (but, really, you shouldn't be). This zine will make you think twice about some these racist caricatures; it's well worth getting a copy.
by Joey Clift
12 pages, 5.5 x 8.5 inches, $5 physical/$1 digital US (? Can/Mex), no trades
11615 Victory Blvd Apt 8
North Hollywood CA 91606
Joeyclift@gmail.com
https://redcatpress.com
Description: "From Iron Eyes Cody to Native American sports mascots, The American Indian Ready to Wear Catalogue is a 10-page mini-zine featuring all of the fashion tips you need to be the only type of American Indian that white society will allow you to be: a racist caricature." Written by Joey Clift, member of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe, and illustrated by Janet Myer, member of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe, this one is worth checking out; there are are important points to consider here and the author and illustrator are straightforward and to the point. For example, one of the "on sale" items in the catalogue is titled "President Andrew Jackson / Fuck That Guy" and the description reads "Only 200 years later, people finally understand that the president who signed the Indian Removal Act into law kind of sucked!" This zine is very effective satire, pointing out the "Retired New Ager" (both female and male) and "The Urban Indian" (among others) to call out these racist caricatures -- some of which remain so prevalent in American culture (sports teams like the R******* [this is how it's printed in the zine, so I'm including it], and the Land O'Lakes Butter Maiden, etc.) that you might be surprised to find them included (but, really, you shouldn't be). This zine will make you think twice about some these racist caricatures; it's well worth getting a copy.
TWILIGHT WORLD #24
TWILIGHT WORLD #24
20 pages, 5x8 inches, $3 US ($3 CAN ? MEX), trades yes
Don Fields
266 Ramona Ave
Grover Beach, CA 93433
oddlystupid@yahoo.com
donosdump.com
"Yer standard perzine" says the description on the review sheet Don sent in, and he's not wrong; it includes a piece about the author's return to LA for the 2017 Long Beach Zine Fest that's the center of the issue (and there's great photographs). It's an interesting tour through LA (and some tips about places to get a snack or some tasty dinner) as well as a great read about the different zines that Don picked up at the zine fest (some names you'll recognize, and some will be new). The issue also includes two reviews (with a note that some were left out due to space, so maybe we'll see those next issue). It's an interesting read, and particularly for the combo of zine fair and travel in the LBZF piece, and trades are accepted!
20 pages, 5x8 inches, $3 US ($3 CAN ? MEX), trades yes
Don Fields
266 Ramona Ave
Grover Beach, CA 93433
oddlystupid@yahoo.com
donosdump.com
"Yer standard perzine" says the description on the review sheet Don sent in, and he's not wrong; it includes a piece about the author's return to LA for the 2017 Long Beach Zine Fest that's the center of the issue (and there's great photographs). It's an interesting tour through LA (and some tips about places to get a snack or some tasty dinner) as well as a great read about the different zines that Don picked up at the zine fest (some names you'll recognize, and some will be new). The issue also includes two reviews (with a note that some were left out due to space, so maybe we'll see those next issue). It's an interesting read, and particularly for the combo of zine fair and travel in the LBZF piece, and trades are accepted!
The Skunk Journals #2
THE SKUNK JOURNALS #2
DB Pedlar
12 pages, 5.5 x 8.5 inches, free upon request or trade (US/CAN/MEX)
25727 Cherry Hill Rd
Cambridge Springs PA 16403
THE SKUNK JOURNALS #2 includes 5 different pieces written by DB Pedlar on a variety of different subjects plus some illustrations. It begins with two philosophical questions asked in the previous issue, with some answers, followed by a piece about "Sticking Together" (which is kind of about the Free State Project and the Porcupines and Freeman's Couch; I don't totally want to ruin the weird story here so I won't say much). Next up is "Breath of Life" (sort of about traveling to a doctor in winter and sort of what happens once the author gets there), a prose poem and drawing called "Hey Ride" (well, think hayrides), and then the final piece, "Are My Eyes Out Of Focus Or Just Bleary With Tears" about a youth summer program, is the longest and most detailed of the pieces within the issue. I'm not sure if it's part of a much longer planned series or themed issues or what, but it'll be interesting to see where it goes!
DB Pedlar
12 pages, 5.5 x 8.5 inches, free upon request or trade (US/CAN/MEX)
25727 Cherry Hill Rd
Cambridge Springs PA 16403
THE SKUNK JOURNALS #2 includes 5 different pieces written by DB Pedlar on a variety of different subjects plus some illustrations. It begins with two philosophical questions asked in the previous issue, with some answers, followed by a piece about "Sticking Together" (which is kind of about the Free State Project and the Porcupines and Freeman's Couch; I don't totally want to ruin the weird story here so I won't say much). Next up is "Breath of Life" (sort of about traveling to a doctor in winter and sort of what happens once the author gets there), a prose poem and drawing called "Hey Ride" (well, think hayrides), and then the final piece, "Are My Eyes Out Of Focus Or Just Bleary With Tears" about a youth summer program, is the longest and most detailed of the pieces within the issue. I'm not sure if it's part of a much longer planned series or themed issues or what, but it'll be interesting to see where it goes!
Friday, November 2, 2018
BROOKLYN (#101)
BROOKLYN (#101)
24 pages, 5.5 x 8.5 $10 for a 4 issue subscription
(PAYMENT IN CASH! Fred adds: US currency please!)
Fred Argoff
Penthouse L
1170 Ocean Parkway
Brooklyn NY 11230
If you're new to BROOKLYN, here's the details: “The name of this zine is BROOKLYN and that's also what the zine is about, Fred's beloved borough of Brooklyn." Issues generally tend to be more photography based, which gives you a real sense of a lot of hidden or off-the-beaten-path Brooklyn. If you dig history, architecture, urban spaces, etc. you'll absolutely want to check out this series. BROOKLYN is a long-standing series that's an interesting read even if you're never been to Brooklyn and maybe never will. It's all about Brooklyn (no surprise there), but it's always a combination of history, photography, and other Brooklyn related things, including Brooklyn-related zazzle.com stamps. Brooklyn is a series which works cumulatively as well as in single issues. I've been a longtime reader, and I dig it. The layout -- every issue! every time! -- is clear and crisp, and you're never lost while you're reading.
#101 is a special theme issue, all about Brooklyn buildings; "don't plan for bridges or trains" Fred writes. "Fuhgeddaboutt bucolic parks and empty streets in desolate industrial districts." Instead, it's about factories, houses, schools (as well as a Brooklyn Lexicon & Pronounciation Guide -- #80 in fact -- which is one of my favorite parts of this series!) with lots of pictures and detailed explanations, of gargoyles (well, a chimera), Brooklyn gingerbread houses, and what might be the smallest house in Brooklyn.
Obviously a subscription's the way to go here, to get the full Brooklyn effect, but it's a great series, meticulous in the planning, and worth a read. Don't miss out!
SUBMERGING (#8 -- Summer 2018)
SUBMERGING (#8 -- Summer 2018)
Brett Essler
PO Box 469
Patterson NY 12563
submergingwriters@gmail.com
submergingzine.wordpress.com
submergingzine.wordpress.com
24 pages, 5.5 x 8.5 inches, B&W (full color cover, cardstock), $6 US / $? Can/Mex $? world, trades maybe
Submerging is a zine/chapbook featuring personal essays, fiction, and photography printed on 80# gloss text and a 100# gloss cover (some issues have had color covers, but this one is B&W). This issue is subtitled "where we are in the story" and includes stories, poetry, and photography. It's a limited run of 125 copies, all printed in June 2018 in Philadelphia. It's a lovely little saddle-stitched chapbook with stories about travel and different places in the world, memories of places and things and people; if you're into chapbooks and literary work, you'll enjoy this zine. The layout is crisp and clear and precise; everything is in its right place and the eye doesn't stray or wander. The zine feels substantial in your hands because of the paper weight; it's a lovely little book.
Sexing Yourself: Masturbation for your Own Pleasure (Sept. 2018)
Sexing Yourself: Masturbation for your Own Pleasure (Sept. 2018)
52 pages, b&w, 5.5x8.5 inches, $4 US (? CAN/MEX, ? World), ? trades
Faith G. Harper, PhD, LPC-S, ACS, ACN
https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/7455
Well, this zine is pretty clear about what it's about. It's part of a series of zines by Dr. Faith G. Harper, and this one starts with some historical explanation of why society "in the grand tradition of ruining anything fun" decided that "the art of self-love" was dangerous, led to "weakness, disease, and insanity" and so forth. (It also includes some interesting history about the invention of the vibrator.) The zine debunks these myths and goes on to explain why masturbation is important, how to figure out what you like and what you don't, sex toys and vibrators (and some pretty frank talk about how to shop for them if that's of interest), as well as some basic information for non-cis folks, and even includes parenting tips and resources to learn more! The main message here is very clearly "do everything in your power to fight the societal message that masturbation is dirty, sinful, or something to be embarrassed about." There's a lot of good and interesting information packed into these 52 small pages; it's well worth your time to read.
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