LibGuides: Zines: Distribution and Zine Fests

Distribution Ideas

So you've made a zine... now what? It is up to you how widely you share your zine, but don't forget this crucial step!

Trade your zine with friends and other zinesters
Share a digital copies
Ask about stocking in a local book, record, or coffee shop.
Host a zine release party
Sell at a local zine fest

Copyright & Licenses

Something else to consider is how others may redistribute, build upon, or use your work. Check out these links for more information.

Creative Commons licenses
The Creative Commons copyright licenses and tools forge a balance inside the traditional “all rights reserved” setting that copyright law creates.
UT Libraries Copyright Crash Course
The Copyright Crash Course is arranged into several sections that allow users to explore certain areas of copyright law individually or as a group. The Course was originally created with faculty in mind, but can be used by anyone who is interested in understanding and managing their copyrights.

Zine Fests

Zine festivals are a great way to get involved with your local DIY community. Zines are typically sold or traded along with art and other media. Depending on the fest, other events will coincide such as workshops, speaker panels, readings, and more.

Local Fests

National Fests