We’re looking for work that feels bold, honest, creative, opinionated, playful, vulnerable, chaotic, or a little unhinged. That could mean essays, interviews, collage, reviews, poetry, lists, fragments, or things that do not fit neatly into a category at all.

Zines have a long history in underground and countercultural scenes. They have been used to share ideas, challenge institutions, document subcultures, spotlight overlooked voices, and make space for work that does not always fit inside more polished or traditional publishing.

For this issue, we want that same energy. https://www.empiretimesmagazine.com/issue-3 for more details.