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“A zine (/ˈziːn/ zeen; an abbreviation of fanzine, or magazine) is most commonly a small circulation self-published work of original or appropriated texts and images usually reproduced via photocopier.

A popular definition includes that circulation must be 1,000 or fewer, although in practice the majority are produced in editions of fewer than 100, and profit is not the primary intent of publication. They are informed by anarchopunk and DIY ethos.

Zines are written in a variety of formats, from desktop published text to comics to handwritten text (an example being the hardcore punk zine Cometbus). Print remains the most popular zine format, usually photocopied with a small circulation. Topics covered are broad, including fanfiction, politics, poetry, art and design, ephemera, personal journals, social theory, riot grrrl and intersectional feminism, single-topic obsession, or sexual content far outside of the mainstream enough to be prohibitive of inclusion in more traditional media. The time and materials necessary to create a zine are seldom matched by revenue from sale of zines.”

Salford Zine Library

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Why are Zines an important tool for activists?

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Why are Zines an important tool for activists?

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… because their form is loose, accessible and designed for low-cost mass-distribution!

The below description of zines has been borrowed from The Bindary in Milwaukee

“Culturally and historically, zines have served as a powerful outlet for content considered to be too niche, risqué, or outside of the mainstream, in terms of more traditional/commercial forms of publication. A zine can be produced with the simplest of tools, and easily distributed low-to-the ground, outside capitalistic or potentially oppressive systems: amongst friends, in local gathering places or homes, online, postally, & at zine-fests which are designed to celebrate them.

Zines provide a safe, independent platform of expression for underrepresented and marginalized voices: Black, Indigenous & People of Color, young people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQIA+ community, persecuted religious groups, and people with limited economic resources.

Essentially, zines can be a little hard to define—but that’s what makes them great: they’re a glorious mash-up of art, letters, story and emotion; just like the brains, hands and hearts of those who produce them. Their small, simple format belies their unique ability to speak creatively [and loudly] for even the softest voices. (And ain’t that worth celebrating.)”

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Salford Zine Library is a unique archive of self published materials currently housed at Clifford Whitworth Library, Salford University.

Through the website you can browse the collection and find out how to submit your zine to the library.

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Home - Salford Zine LibrarySalford Zine Library

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To be kept up to date with future zine library happenings and events, please subscribe via the pink tab above.

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Drawn Poorly's free guide to creating your own zine

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Pen Fight is a queer and feminist zine and book shop, and tiny press printing zine titles by women, non-binary and LGBTQIA+ folks. Pen Fight want to amplify the voices and creative work of the marginalised and new artists.

Their website has a programme of events, talks and workshops as well as information on publishing your work.

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Pen Fight is teaming with Salford Zine Library to bring Zine Club to Gorton Community Centre on March 29th, 5-7pm. Come and work on a project, learn something new, read zines from our collection or just chat to some new zinester pals. Hope you see you there! Read all about it here.

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pen fight - queer & feminist zines, books, art, DIY & tiny press.

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Pen Fight is teaming with Salford Zine Library to bring Zine Club to Gorton Community Centre on March 29th, 5-7pm. Come and work on a project, learn something new, read zines from our collection or just chat to some new zinester pals. Hope you see you there! Read all about it here.

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Over Here Zine Fest is a not-for-profit event showcasing the work of global majority zine makers, artists, writers and activists.  Everyone is welcome to attend. The aim is to build self-sustaining alternative models for publishing, art, activism and collaboration in our communities. It is organised by a group of global majority people from Manchester.

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Over Here Zine is on 30th September 2023!
This year's programme (PDF format). For an online list of stallholders, see our blog post.

Over Here Zine Fest is a not-for-profit event showcasing the work of global majority zine makers, artists, writers and activists. Everyone is welcome to attend. The aim is to build self-sustaining alternative models for publishing, art, activism and collaboration in our communities. It is organised by a group of global majority people from Manchester.
What is happening on the day?
Over Here Zine Fest is happening on Saturday 30th September 2023, at the People's History Museum Left Bank, Spinningfields, Manchester M3 3ER. There will be a zines, talks, workshops and spaces to just hang around and chat with other people. All are welcome to attend the zine fest. If workshops and activities are for global majority people only, we will advertise this. There is more information about the venue on the Apply for Stall page.

What is a zine?
A zine (pronounced "zeen") is a magazine or booklet that you produce independently. People usually give them away, swap them or sell them for the cost of printing. The zine maker(s) produces their own copies of work e.g. using a photocopier or printer, distributing it by themselves e.g. at zine fairs, at gigs or events etc.
What is a zine distro?
Distro is short for 'distribution'. It is a collection of zines distributed by a single person or a group of people, either in person, online or by mail order. The collection may have zines by a number of different zine makers or by a single zine maker.
Why zines?
They are cheap and easy way to be creative and get your work out there. All you need is a photocopier to print a batch of them. You don't have to be a professional writer or artist to make one. It can be as long or as short as you want. You don't need any special equipment or any special knowledge to make one and distribute it.

Zines often cover subjects and topics that you often won't find online, in mainstream newspapers or magazines. It is a good way for you to share your work with other people and for other people to share their work with you.
What can I put in a zine?
Anything you want! Things other zine makers have done include: fiction, non-fiction, personal rants, journal entries, reviews, poetry, comics, art, recipes, instructions on how to do or make things. The list is endless.
How do I get a stall?
Applications are now closed. We will have a communal table on the day. Get in touch for more information
How do I get in touch?

Email: overherezinefest@gmail.com

Instagram: @overherezinefest

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/overherezinefest/

Twitter: @OHzinefest

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Over Here Zine is on 30th September 2023! This year's programme (PDF format). For an online list of stallholders, see our blog post. Over Here Zine Fest is a not-for-profit event showcasing the work of global majority zine makers, artists, writers and activists. Everyone is welcome to attend.

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Poor Lass is a podcast and zine about real life experiences from the mouths of legit working class people. Hosted by Em Ledger and Seleena Laverne Daye

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Poor Lass is a podcast and zine about real life experiences from the mouths of legit working class people. Hosted by Em Ledger and Seleena Laverne Daye

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Template for easy to make zine by Drawn Poorly

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Through zines, workshops and creative projects, Manchester based Drawn Poorly are dedicated to platforming experiences of illness and disability, ending stigma and encouraging  conversations about living with chronic illness, disability and mental illness.