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Artists' Books Collection
The library's growing collection of artists' books is representative of the myriad forms an artist's book can take, including fine press or letter press books, accordion books, embroidered books, flip books, and more. This collection addresses many issues and themes, but is particularly strong in art activism and social justice.
You can digitally browse many of the books in the collection, and all of them are discoverable in Catalyst.
And take a look at this student-curated virtual exhibit about artists' books!
Selection of artists' books from Special Collections.
Zines
Zines are (generally) self-published, art-focused booklets targeted for niche audiences. Circumventing the constraints of commercial publishing, zines have historically been an inexpensive way for artists, writers, and activists to connect like-minded people.
The library's growing zine collection includes many poetry and creative writing chapbooks. Of particular note are the Tenacious Zine Box Set: Art & Writings by Women in Prison, 2002 to 2020 and the Booklyn Zine Club collection.
Browse the zine collection in Catalyst.
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Selections from the Booklyn Zine Club collection.
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