In Every Universe:
A Stray Kids AU Zine

A free Stray Kids digital zine exploring their souls finding each other in every lifetime and universe.

About

In Every Universe is a free digital Stray Kids zine exploring AUs and different lifetimes.
Zine will be A5, SFW, and contain work from both artists and writers.
In Every Universe is a project by Stay, for Stay, and is not endorced nor affilated with JYP Enterntainment.

Artists

Artists will be asked to illustrate an AU of their choosing, incorporating at least one Stray Kids member.
Artists will be allotted up to three pages to do what they want for their AU. They may create illustrations, a 3 page comic, an illustration and a 500 word drabble, etc.
Artist Applications: Coming Soon

• Artist Requirements

Writers

Writers will be asked to write up to a 2500 word fic of an AU of their choosing, incorporating at least one Stray Kids member.
Writer Applications: Coming Soon

• Writer Requirements

FAQ

Q: What is a Zine?
A zine is collection of art and writing made by many fans, (In this case, by many Stay!), and bundled up in to one neat PDF.
Q: What is the theme of the zine?
This zine aims to celebrate 6+ years of Stray Kids by exploring the many different alternate universes and lifetimes that exist outside our current one. Staytist's will come together to each work on their own AU, resulting in a collection of work by Stay, for Stay and Stray Kids, made with love <3
Q: What format will the zine be in?
This free zine will be A5, and in a digital only format.
Q: How will contributors be compensated?
All contributors will be given a PDF version of the zine.
Q: What will be the form of communication for this zine?
Communication for this zine will take place via discord. All contributors are required to have/make a discord account by the time applications close in order to take part.
Q: How old must contributors be to take part?
In compliance to Discords TOS, all contributors must be at least 13 or older.
Q: Who can contribute to this zine?
This zine is open to artists and writers.
Q: What is the rating of this zine? Are ships allowed?
This is strictly a SFW zine. Mild blood will be allowed depending on the AU type. Ships will be allowed. The zine will be split in to two sections; a platonic section (Philia) and a romantic section (Eros), in order to try to keep both contributors and viewers as comfy as possible for those who may not wish to view ship work.
Q: Will this zine have guests?
No, this zine will not feature any special guests.
Q: Will this zine have a juried portfolio?
As this zine is open to everyone, portfolios will not be juried. However, both artists and writers will be asked to submit a portfolio just so we can make sure everyone taking part is a creator.
This zine strictly prohibits the usage of AI. If caught, it will lead to the swift removal of this project. Please create your own work with your own hand.
Q: Is traditional work allowed
Traditional work is welcome, but artists must be able to obtain a HQ scan of their work.
Q: Can I reuse a preexisting AU?
You may use an AU you have either already shared lore about online, or an AU that exists already (ex: Pokemon AU), but whatever work you create for this zine must be brand new. You cannot submit art or writing you have already posted online for this zine.
Q: Can I use more than 3 pages/2500 words?
As of the moment, these restrictions are put in to place so we don't end up with a massive PDF that is impossible for anyone to open, as well as make it manageable for the mod team to keep up with everything. Depending on how many applicants we receive, we may be able to give more page/word space.
Q: Are mentions of other groups allowed as long as my piece is SKZ Centric?
Mentions of other groups will be allowed given that the main focus of your piece is SKZ. However, out of respect for both fellow contributors and SKZ, mentions of Woojin will not be allowed.
Q: Can I post WIPs online?
No. We please ask that you refrain from sharing WIPs or progress shots online. We will have a chance for you to share snippets online, but please wait until the mods give the green light.
Q: Can I sell prints of my pieces/put it in my portfolio?
All artists retain complete ownership of their art, and are welcome to do what they would like with their pieces once the zine project is completed. However, we kindly ask that you wait until the zine closes before selling your piece or putting it in your portfolio/AO3.

Mods

Ky | @KiroujiDraws
Head Mod
Ky is the head mod of this zine. Chan simp by day, art gremlin by night, they are excited to host a project exploring Stray Kids in multiple AUs, as well as bring Staytists all over the world together.
Ky has hosted and modded multiple events before, ranging from cupsleeve events (@MoonKeyCafe), a Stray Kids Holiday Card Project, and mod of the SKZ Secret Spookster Exchange. Ky is also currently the head mod and host of the ongoing Stray Kids Fanzine, Mixtape.

Solarya | @Solaryargh
Art Mod
Heey! Sola here, I am so glad to be part of this team! I wanted to be a mod and support this zine how I could because the idea is so cool. I love creating stories, and hearing people talk about their AUs, so yeah! I had to try my luck and be a mod :3

Kendall | @0Your_Mom0
Art Mod
Hiya!! I’m Kendall :) You may know me as that one chaotic Minchanner who has far too many Aus, or you may not know me at all. In that case, it’s nice to meet you! I felt that it was only natural to sign up to be a mod for a zine that centers around Skz Aus because… I make a new au every 2 minutes. It’s my brand LOL. Anyways, I’m super excited to work with you all!!

Angie | @queen0pathetic
Art Mod
Hi my name is Angie! This is the first zine I am a mod in, but I have been participating in zines throughout 2023! SKZ means a lot to me, and has been a large source of comfort for me since I met them last year. They were also the reason why I got into zines, and in a way helped me come out of my shell in the kpop art community. I am very excited to work on this zine and work with amazing stays to create this. ♡

Sloan | @dowoonsbf
Writing Mod
hello! i’ve worked on many haikyuu zines in the past, and i’m very excited to bring my love for fandom projects to the skz world!! i went back to music school thanks to 3racha, and i have a career thanks to kpop & a lifetime of performing music. one could say i’m in this shit for life :)

Nimishi | @nimishiiko
Writing Mod
Hello, I'm Nimishi! Super excited to get working alongside this zine as a Writing Mod and I definitely hope to make new connections with some of you! Hope you'll enjoy this zine as much as I do!

Bibi | @binnniebunnny
Graphic Design Mod
Hello I'm bibi! I'm a hobby artist and seo changbin enthusiast !! I'm very excited to mod for this zine and see all the wonderful work that comes to fruition too. I've not been a mod before but I have lots of art and design experience and it means a lot that I can put it towards something I'm so passionate about; 8 silly men. Some other things I love: cosy games, food, changbin, animals, totoro, and changbin!

Alex | @souiino
Formatting Mod
Hi, my name is Alex. I’m happy that my very first zine experience will be about Stray Kids who I love. I’m looking forward to meeting everybody and having lots of fun. Let’s work hard to make this an awesome zine

Schedule

All Dates and Times take place in KST
Schedule is subject to change