Guide
Starter Kit for New Zines
A simple path from page one to the first print run.
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Zines, Reviews, and Maker Notes
Read clear reviews, maker chats, print tips, and fair listings. Fanzine World keeps writers, artists, and small-press readers in step with the DIY magazine scene.
FEATURED STORIES
Fresh reads from the print table
A simple path from page one to the first print run.
Tips
After-Hours Distro
Interview
Creator Talk: Nia Cole
01Tips
01. Mail List Basics
Keep readers close after each new issue lands.
02Guide
02. Table Setup Guide
Pack less, sell more, and keep your table clear.
03Guide
03. Zine Pitch Rules
Send a short note that shops and distros can use.
Print tips
Risograph Print Notes
Print tips
Reader pick
Indie Comic Roundups
Reader pick
TOPICS
Topics for readers and makers
Page counts, file prep, and first print checks.
GUIDE
Self-Publishing
Page counts, file prep, and first print checks.
TRENDS
Creator Chats
Short talks with zine makers, editors, and artists.
GUIDE
Zine Fairs
Dates, tables, and travel notes from events around the map.
TIPS
Layout & Design
Grids, type, collage, and fast mockups for DIY pages.
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zine fair listings
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Community
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SPOTLIGHT
More from the print desk
Dates, tables, and city notes for zine makers and readers.
Events
Print Fair Calendar
Dates, tables, and city notes for zine makers and readers.
02No. 24
Issue 24 Picks
New zines from small presses and solo makers.
03Tips
Mail Order Notes
Pack, label, and ship zines without stress.
City Guide
Berlin Zine Scene
Shop stops, fair dates, and local press names.
05Reviews
Paper Cuts
Short reviews from the print shelf.
06Guide
Press Table Kit
What to bring, count, and price at a fair.
07Design
Riso Color Swaps
Blue, magenta, and ink-black page ideas.
08Updates
Small Press Radar
Names to watch from the DIY magazine scene.
Journal
Latest notes from the print desk
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Questions
Zine questions answered
Quick answers before visitors choose a product, service, or next step.
01What does Fanzine World cover?+
We cover zine reviews, indie magazine roundups, creator chats, self-publishing guides, print tips, and fair listings.
02Can I send my zine for review?+
Yes. Send the title, a short note, and a web link. We read new work from solo makers and small presses for review.
03How often do you post?+
New posts go up each week, with fresh fair dates and scene notes added as they land all month for readers.
04Do you list zine fairs by region?+
Yes. We file events by city and country, so readers can find local tables and travel plans fast.
05Can I share a shop or distro tip?+
Yes. Send print, stock, or mail tips from any city, and we may add them to a future post or roundup.
06Is Fanzine World only for makers?+
No. We write for readers, writers, artists, and small-press fans who like paper, ink, and DIY pages too.
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