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Zines

A noncommercial often homemade, do-it-yourself (DIY), or online self-published literature usually devoted to specialized and often unconventional subject matter. Zines have roots in punk culture, social justice, and activism. 
Adapted from Zine. (2012). In Merriam-Webster's collegiate(R) dictionary (11th ed.). Springfield, MA: Merriam-Webster.

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How to Make a Zine

Karen Howell - Leavey Library

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Karen Howell
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Stacy Williams - AFA Library

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Stacy Williams
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Helen Topping
Architecture & Fine Arts Library
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Michaela Ullman - Special Collections

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Michaela Ullmann
Michaela Ullmann Exile Studies Librarian & Instruction Coordinator, Special Collections USC Libraries, Special Collections ullmann@usc.edu
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Doheny Memorial Library, 230
3550 Trousdale Parkway
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0189
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Christal Young - Leavey Library

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Christal Young
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Leavey Library
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