A-Z: FANZINE

A fanzine (blend of fan and magazine or -zine) is a nonprofessional and nonofficial publication produced by fans of a particular cultural phenomenon (such as a literary or musical genre) for the pleasure of others who share their interest. The term was coined in an October 1940 science fiction fanzine by Russ Chauvenet and first popularized within science fiction fandom, from whom it was adopted by others.

Typically, publishers, editors and contributors of articles or illustrations to fanzines receive no financial compensation. Fanzines are traditionally circulated free of charge, or for a nominal cost to defray postage or production expenses. Copies are often offered in exchange for similar publications, or for contributions of art, articles, or letters of comment (LoCs), which are then published.

////// To me, fanzines are something I connect with punk ethos. Going to punk festivals/gigs back in the days always bringing back fanzines. I was attracted to them because of their uniqueness, limited edition, no censorship and alternative views. I also liked their design, b/w posterized images, their "anyone can design" type of attitude.//////////////////

Looking around, there are loads of different types of fanzines, some even in colour and super polished. These are border lining the "proper" magazines in my opinion.
I would say that liberal political views, no ads, freedom of speech are all characteristics of real fanzines. I could say they are a bit "fuck the system", at least the ones I've seen.