Glasgow Zine Library is commissioning a new zine as part of recent funding received from the Scottish Book Trust's Scots Language Publication Grant.

We've commissioned Scots language zines in the past which have fortified an area of our collection we're keen to continue building on - we are looking to support the production of one new Scots language zine._ The zine must be in Scots, but you can take it in any direction that is meaningful to you. We’re interested in zines engaging with themes about marginalised histories and vulnerable languages, stories, and heritage, but all proposals are welcome. We encourage submissions from people outside of Glasgow and Edinburgh. 

If selected, you will get: 

• £350 for you to use to cover any research and development costs, including your time

• £150 towards printing costs

• Induction into the Glasgow Zine Library catalogue and facilities

• Ongoing access to Glasgow Zine Library throughout the research and making period, and support from the team

• Free tickets to events programmed by Glasgow Zine Library

• Zine launch event

We will be looking for a creative idea and a commitment to getting it turned into a zine by December 2025. Applications will not be judged on previous zine-making experience. 

DEADLINE: Friday 3rd October 2025, 5pm

You may wish to attend events at GZL as inspiration for your commission. See glasgowzinelibrary.com/events for more information and to book.

You can provide a written, video or audio submission. You can also choose to submit a proposal in an alternative format that suits you better, such as an annotated moodboard or sketchbook and notes. Please just ensure that your submission is legible and it is clear how it is intended to be engaged with. You can also request a conversation.

If we can make this process more accessible for you, or you would like more information, please get in touch at collection@glasgowzinelibrary.com or drop in when the library is open (Fridays and Saturdays, 12-6pm).