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Magazine Printing – A Thought-Provoking Read

Issue 2 of the thought-provoking @ablezine explores the theme of ‘Environment’ through the lens of disability and the perspectives of the wider disability community at large.

The winning print spec is:

265x205mm Perfect Bound Books.
4page cover onto 250gsm Gloss.
Gloss laminated to the outer.
184 inside pages onto 130gsm Silk.
Four colour print throughout.

Print Multiple Cover Versions

The printed version offers a choice of five cover versions brought to you by creatives @lauralulika @hang_linton @daniel_mutton @kswiss @itsyosquared @jtknoxroxs A big winner on Able Zine is the choice of front covers. We can split the total print run between multiple cover options. In this instance, 300 copies were divided between 5 and we supplied 60 copies of each. The inside pages stay common for the whole print run.

Each zine is packed with over 180 pages of content, images and interviews with amazing individuals living across disability spectrums.

Fashion Magazine Styling

Immediately, the high gloss cover jumps out. It is definitely eye-catching and tips its head toward the fashion magazines the editorial team is trying to emulate. The 184 inside pages are carefully planned, curated and designed. The typography is strong and the double-page spreads are engaging. Do allow plenty of time to lay out your zine. There is a decent mix of photography, illustration and creative writing.

Uniquely positioned in the zine space, Able seeks to increase representation for disabled and chronically ill creatives, young people and communities, both online and IRL. Superbly designed with high-end editorial their aim is to tackle ableism and discrimination through vivid, informative content and provide opportunities for those who may have previously been stigmatised or unwelcome in creative and cultural spaces.