With the full force of spooky season upon us, I’d like to share some of my favorite scary zines around the shop, each of which just happens to come from a series. So whether you want classic tales, fabulous comics, or a heavy dose of reality, we’ve got something for you with issues to spare.
DSP Classic Ghosties Book Five: The Shell of Sense by Olivia Howard Dunbar
The last of this spooky series is perhaps my favorite; a heart-breaking, inspiring tale of life after death and love after jealousy. I didn’t know who Olivia Howard Dunbar was before this perfectly pocket-sized zine fell into my hands, but now that I do I’m hungry for more. Presented by Displaced Snail Publications via Project Gutenberg, these public domain classic short stories are sure to sneak a little creep into your reading pile. @DisplacedSnail
Scorpio Venus Rising #2 by Corinne Halbert
Following Venus on her escape through celestial existence steeped in Tarot is gorgeously horrific. I especially enjoyed #2, because her strength is challenged as she literally unpacks her emotional baggage in a struggle of self-transformation. And if you can’t relate to that, then perhaps you should take a moment to contemplate your own existence or get yourself a reading to consider what Scorpio season has in store for you. Fans of Acid Nun will eat up the artwork by the one and only Corrine Halbert (full disclosure of her awesomeness: she used to work here!). @CorinneHalbert
So… You Wanna Unionize? #2
Let’s be serious for a second: there are few things in this world scarier than unchecked capitalism! Thank the heavens for unions and the workers who have fought and continue to fight against the evils of corporate greed. This series of political zines from the Starbucks Workers United gives voice to the working class struggle with a heavy dose of education and community. Because step one in worker solidarity is knowledge, these zines explain terms, quote laws & policies, and present infographics alongside comics and collages to clarify the importance of unions and the path to get them. All three are great, but I especially love the cover art of a decaying skeleton worker on issue #2. @SBWorkersUnited
Because they are abundant with Halloweenie content, I have shied away from the Outer Limits, the How To, and the Film & TV sections, though I highly recommend that you browse those in our store as well. Honorable mention goes to the mini-zine series of ‘Thirteen Facts’ which lists–you guessed it–thirteen facts about select horror movies, their characters, and actors such as the venerable Vincent Price.
Keep it spooky silly!
Toujours, elizabeth @GetBackToPrint
P.S. Yes, Rosie is my third costume so far this week! You’re welcome.
