what is a zine?

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A few definitions of a 'zine' from book 'vol.1 zines!'

Alt Cutlure:
“An independent, not-for-profit, self-publication… The name ‘zine’ comes from an abbreviation of the punk-era ‘fanzine’ (itself a corruption of ‘magazine,’ which itself dates from post-war Hollywood).”

Factsheet Five:
“A small handmade amateur publication done purely out of passion, rarely making a profit or breaking even. Sounds like ‘zeen.’”

Weird Flower 6:
“What separates a zine from a magazine is not only budget, but the quirkiness, the individuality, the spirit and yes, even the unavailability that made finding a good read make your day. Maybe this is an overly romantic view, but zines were/shoud be …honest, raw and exciting.”