green
zine
stories of place & purpose
the green zine began as a graduate student's passion project. we have research on the climate crisis and environmental justice. we have brilliant writers in the world. at the intersection of the two, there's a lot of empty space. the green zine seeks to bring personal narratives about our unique connection to environment, justice, crisis, and resilience to the public, both for starting dialogue and effecting change.
submissions open
volume 2
the theme of the second volume is 'climate optimism'
consider how optimism is a form of resilience against climate breakdown. imagine a more viable, just future. examine how optimistic rhetoric can cause harm. explore the optimistic potential of community aid.
how to submit
- Original work, not published anywhere else
- Creative form: can be creative non-fiction, prose, poetry, speculative fiction, travel writing, visual art, essay, and more
- Must tell a meaningful environmental narrative
Requirements
- Send an email to st2339@nau.edu
- Include your name
- Include a brief bio
- Include a brief synopsis of your piece and the form choice
- Include a .pdf file of your written work, or other high-quality file type of visual work
Steps
submission dates
Last day to submit: 10/14/2023
Printing: 01/18/2023
Volume: 2
there is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside of you.
-Maya angelou
announcements
funding
there is currently no funding for this project. it's just one girl with a dream. I do believe in paying artists for their art, and will be trying various approaches to raise funds for future paid projects. I understand if this means you're unable to submit your brilliant work, and encourage you to check back for updates and future opportunities.
EVENTS
Green Zine hosted a workshop event in collaboration with Cline Library's MakerLab on 3/24/2023.
Green Zine and contributors will be hosted a discussion about environmental storytelling in collaboration with the Coconino County Public Library on 04/20/2023.
Green Zine editor, Syd, is hosting a workshop on environmental narrative on 10/25/23. Details available on our instagram page.
PICK UP A COPY
stacks of zines can be found around Flagstaff, including Late for the Train coffee shop, Liminal coffee shop and maker space, Brightside Bookstore, the Downtown Public Library, Cline Library at NAU, and more.
If you are interested in hosting a stack of zines at your business, please reach out!
the editor
syd tigert
Pursuing M.a. in Rhetoric, Writing, and Digital Media at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, AZ.
Cierra Buchholz
Pursuing a B.A. in English with an emphasis in publishing at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, AZ.
st2339@nau.edu
