Rebel, Rebel
Women of Star Wars
A charity fan anthology celebrating all rebellion women of Star Wars
current status: creation period
ABOUT
Rebel Rebel: Women of Star Wars is a SFW non-profit/charity fan anthology (fanzine) focused on celebrating rebel women throughout Star Wars. This zine is inclusive of Canon and Legends/Expanded Universe women who work against oppressive power structures, across all mediums. We welcome all expressions of womanhood and femininity, including trans women, nonbinary folks, femme, and butch identities.
F.A.Q
Q: What is a fanzine?
Zines (derived from the word “magazines”) are self-published, non-commercial, non-professional publications created by individuals or small groups to share interests or ideas with others. Zines can cover a wide variety of topics and are often produced through low cost printing or DIY methods in limited batches. Fanzines similarly are self-published compendiums created to display a variety of work for a subject or theme in limited batches. Fanzines historically come from the same grassroots practices as indie zines and date back to the science fiction zines of the 1930s, but differ from indie zines in typically being not-for-profit and created by fandom enthusiasts with the purpose of celebrating what fans love. Contemporary fanzines are typically no longer made through DIY and low cost printing methods.Q: What charity will the profits go towards?
Luke's Place Support & Resource Centre for Women & ChildrenQ: What content is allowed in the zine?
This zine will focus on women characters spanning all eras of Star Wars who work against oppressive power structures in both Canon and Legends/Expanded Universe films, tv shows, animation, comics, and books.Q: Will the zine be physical or digital?
The zine will be both physical and digital.Q: Is there an age limit for contributors?
Yes, for the safety and comfort of everyone involved in the project, we ask that all applicants be 18 years of age or older.Q: Will this zine contain NSFW or 18+ content?
The zine will be SFW exclusively, meaning no explicit content will be included.Q: Is shipping (depictions of romantic or sexual relationships) permitted?
Works centering ships will not be featured in this zine.Q: Will Legends/Expanded Universe characters be included?
Yes, both Canon and Legends/EU characters will be part of this zine.Q: Are AUs permitted?
No, AUs will not be part of this zine.Q: Is there a fee for contributors to participate?
No, there is no fee for participation.Q: Will contributors receive compensation or a copy of the final product?
We aim to provide contributors with a full bundle of everything produced for this project, including a physical book, digital copy, and merch. No financial compensation will be provided, as the proceeds of this zine will go to charity.Q: Can I apply for multiple roles?
Yes, you will only be selected for a maximum of one role but are welcome to apply to multiple roles. Please submit separate applications for each role you would like to apply for.Q: What are contributors required to do?
Accepted page artists are expected to create a 1 or 2 page illustration or comic for the zine. Merch artists are expected to create at least 1 or 2 merch items or merch sets each. Writers are expected to write 1 short story (1500-2000 words of length), piece of poetry, or short piece of meta.Q: Can I apply as a contributor if I don’t identify as a woman?
Yes! Contributor applicants of all genders and identities are welcome.Q: How many contributors are you looking for?
We will be accepting 27 contributors outside of guests: 14 to 16 page artists, 5 to 6 writers, and 3 to 5 physical merch artists.Q: Will you ship internationally?
Yes.
Have more questions? Let us know through Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram, or email!
THE MOD TEAM
Howdy! I'm an artist and long time Star Wars fan, captivated by the Original Trilogy since childhood. In recent years I've found a renewed fervor for the galaxy far, far away with a love for the Jedi, Mandalorian women, and the Rebellion era which have connected me to amazing communities and friendships. I'm excited to create a project that celebrates the strength and bravery of the women who color the world of Star Wars!
Favorite Rebel Woman
Ahsoka Tano, Sabine Wren, Leia Organa, Mon Mothma
Previous Experience
✦ Art, Graphics, and Layout Mod for Binary Suns: An Obikin Zine
✦ Event and Graphics Mod for Wolfwren Week
✦ Head Mod for the LesBo-Katan Club server
✦ Mod for the Sapphic Star Wars blog
I grew up with Star Wars and cannot overstate the impact that Padmé Amidala had on me as a child when the The Phantom Menace came out. I have been so grateful for the amazing women characters the series has introduced throughout the years in all formats. I'm a particular enjoyer of Star Wars books (both canon and Legends). I'm so excited to see what everyone comes up with for this zine!
Favorite Rebel Woman
Ahsoka Tano, Leia Organa, Mara Jade, Sabé
Previous Experience
✦ Writing/editing Mod for Binary Suns: An Obikin Zine
Hello there! I’m a graphic designer and variety artist with more WIPs than common sense. Consumed by all things Star Wars since 2004, I’m signing on to Rebel Rebel because I want to make a zine appreciating the women (especially women of color) of Star Wars, and to amplify that voice that is often silenced in fandom spaces. For me, this zine is a big FUCK YOU to all those male fans over the years who would insist on grilling me when I said I liked Star Wars to make sure I wasn’t a “fake fan”. In the words of General Hera Syndulla: “We have hope. Hope That Things Will Get Better. And They Will.”
Favorite Rebel Woman
Steela Gerrera, Riyo Chuchi, Tala, and Ketsu Onyo (Love them so much I named my pet mice after them!)
Previous Experience
✦ Layout Mod for Vode An Zine
✦ Layout Mod for Forgotten Chapters Zine
✦ Layout Mod for CamelotPunk Zine
Hello, I'm very happy to be here as the finance and production mod! I grew up a Star Wars fan (shoutout to Clone Wars, all the LEGO Star Wars media, and the trilogies on VHS) and I recently reignited my love for the series. I can't want to see all the gorgeous and badass rebel women in this zine!
Favorite Rebel Woman
Ahsoka Tano my beloved <3
Previous Experience
✦ All Mod roles for BTS PROOF cupsleeves event
✦ Finance Mod for Sprout's Rebirth: Genshin Impact Nahida & Wanderer zine
✦ Finance and Production Mod for Soaring to the Skies: One Piece Marco zine
✦ Organization, Finance, Production, Shipping Mod for Nature's Intuition: Genshin Impact HeiKazu zine
✦ Finance and Production Mod for Legends of the Sea: One Piece Mythology zine
✦ Finance Mod for Snapshots: Chainsaw Man Travel Scrapbook zine
In 1999, I was dragged to the movie theater to watch The Phantom Menace as a toddler and it's all been down hill from there. To me, Star Wars is about found family and fighting for what's right, and women have always been at the heart of that. Be the rebellious woman you wish to see in the world.
Favorite Rebel Woman
Sabé, Rabé, Eirtaé, Saché, Dormé, Yané
Previous Experience
✦ Discord Mod for For A Fistful of Credits Zine
✦ Discord Mod for Starlight: The High Republic Zine
✦ Discord Mod for the Star Wars Book Club Server
✦ Discord Mod for the LesBo-Katan Club server
✦ Event Mod for WolfWren Week
✦ Mod for the Sapphic Star Wars blog
I grew up watching Star Wars with my dad, but it wasn't until I saw Rogue One while I was pregnant that I truly fell in love with the universe. My daughter's middle name is even from the series.
Favorite Rebel Woman
Jyn Erso
Previous Experience
✦ Shipping, Writing, Social Media Mod for BNHA Behind the Scenes Volume 1 & 2
✦ Shipping, Finance, Writing, Social Media Mod for JJK Triple Resonance
✦ Shipping Mod for One Piece Supernovas
✦ Shipping, Social Media, Finance, Graphics, Writing Mod for JJK Five Songs
✦ Organization, Social Media, Writing Mod for BNHA Triumvirate
✦ Shipping and Production Mod for JJK Kombu
SCHEDULE
| Phase | Date |
|---|---|
| 3rd Check-in | April 28 |
| 4th Check-in | May 26 |
| Final Due | June 23 |
| Pre-Orders | Aug 1 - Aug 31 |
| Production Period | Sept - Nov |
| Shipping | Dec |
*schedule may be subject to change
CONTRIBUTOR GUIDELINES
General Guidelines
✦ All applicants must be 18 years of age or above.✦ This is a SFW zine so all work created for the zine and all work samples should be SFW.✦ Works centering ships will not be featured in this zine, but application samples may contain shipping as long as they are SFW.✦ Applicants may apply for multiple roles but will only be selected for a maximum of one role. Please submit separate applications for each role you would like to apply for.✦ At least one work sample must be from the Star Wars fandom. We recommend that you submit at least one sample featuring Star Wars women but this is not required.✦ If you are submitting a work via google drive or cloud link, pease check your settings to make sure the file is viewable to the mods. We will not be asking people to fix their settings, and your application may be denied as incomplete.✦ Mods may dismiss samples or applications that do not meet the application criteria.✦ Should you be accepted to the zine, the character focus of your piece will be assigned based on the pitches you provide in your application.
Page Artist
✦ Must comply with the general guidelines.✦ Page artists will be responsible for creating a one or two page illustration or a comic (up to two pages), for the zine.✦ Please provide 3 samples that you feel are your best work in the form of an illustration or comic (should be indicative of the type of work you will create for the zine).✦ Samples must be finished (i.e., no WIPs, sketches, or “sketchdump” like images).✦ Samples must contain a visual hierarchy. Samples may be in color, monochrome, or black and white. A background is preferred but not required in all samples.✦ Samples may be digital or traditional. Traditional art must be scanned or photographed at hiqh quality.
Merch Artist
✦ Must comply with the general guidelines.✦ Merch artists will be responsible for creating at least 1 or 2 designs for physical merch items or merch sets.✦ Please submit 3 samples that you feel are your best work.✦ Samples must be finished product photos of merch you’ve produced in the past are preferred, but mockups are acceptable.✦ Samples should be indicative of the type of merch you want to create for the zine (i.e, if you want to create acrylic charms, your examples should be of acrylic charms)
Writers
✦ Must comply with the general guidelines.✦ Writers will be responsible for creating one piece of creative writing in English for the zine, i.e., fic, poetry, or short piece of meta. Fics and meta will need to be a minimum of 1500 words, and a maximum of 2000 words. Formatted poems can be a max of two pages (5.5x8”).✦ Please submit 3 samples that you feel are your best work.✦ Samples must be finished (i.e., not a draft).✦ Samples must be In English with a 6,000 wordcount maximum total across the three pieces (e.g., you can submit three 2k wordcount fics, or two 1k and one 4k wordcount fics).✦ You may select excerpts from longer works in order to comply with the wordcount guidelines.✦ If you are submitting a shorter work in its entirety as a sample, you may link to the work on AO3. Excerpts from longer works should be submitted in a separate document via google drive or cloud link.