Rat World Magazine

**Rat World Magazine: A Magazine for the Underground** is an independent bi-annual magazine that showcases independent arts in Aotearoa and internationally. The magazine was created by Jennifer Cheuk in January 2022, with the first issue being published on the 2nd of March 2022 by Jenn's own Selcouthbird Press.

Their bio states:

> "*Artists, writers, creatives or anyone pursuing interesting independent work in the community. We provide a space for minority creatives (BIPOC and LGBTQI+) who have been traditionally left out from arts platforms, emerging creatives wanting a place to discover their craft and, experienced creatives who want to experiment with something new. At its core, Rat World is about interesting people doing interesting things.*
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> *One of the most important and unique aspects about Rat World is our mentorship and guidance opportunities. This magazine is founded on a collaborative approach for artists who have never had the opportunity to get started. We are always happy to set up a coffee date/zoom call to chat about your submissions and how to push your work to the next level.*
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> *Our ethos at Rat World is providing tangible help for creatives trying to get ahead. This is why all our selected contributors are paid a reimbursement of $25NZD.*"
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## History

Rat World Magazine was founded by Jennifer Cheuk in January 2022.

## Staff

* Jennifer Cheuk 卓嘉敏 - Founder, editor-in-chief (2022-Present)
* Aidan Dayvyd - Graphic & web design, finance (2022-Present)
* Niamh Hollis-Locke - Sub-editor (2023-Present)
* Olivia Wright - Writing & poetry reader (2022-Present)
* Cameron Mason McCurdy - Comic & art reader, resident cartoonist, event volunteer (2022-Present)
* Tashi Donnelly - Comic & art reader, resident cartoonist, event volunteer (2022-Present)
* Timothy Griffiths - Event volunteer (2022-Present)

## Publications

### Issues

* *Rat World Issue One* (Selcouthbird Press, 2nd of March 2022)
* *Rat World Issue Two* (Selcouthbird Press, 30th of June 2022)
* *Rat World Issue Three* (Selcouthbird Press, 30th of September 2022)
* *Rat World Issue Four* (Selcouthbird Press, 15th of December 2022)
* *Rat World Issue Five* (Selcouthbird Press, 22nd of April 2023)
* *Rat World Issue Six* (Selcouthbird Press, 27th of September 2023)
* *Rat World Issue Seven* (Selcouthbird Press, Upcoming early 2024)

### Other publications

* *SPECK #1* (Selcouthbird Press, 30th of September 2022)
* *SPECK #2* (Selcouthbird Press, 15th of December 2022)
* *Valentine's Day R18 Zine* (Selcouthbird Press, 3rd of March 2023)

## Covers gallery

Rat World Issue OneRat World Issue TwoRat World Issue ThreeRat World Issue FourRat World Valentine's Day R18 ZineRat World Issue FiveRat World Issue Six

## References

1. ↑ https://thespinoff.co.nz/internet/20-12-2022/rat-world-because-some-of-the-best-stuff-happens-underground
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 https://www.ratworldmag.com/about
3. ↑ https://www.ratworldmag.com/shop/p/rat-world-issue-one
4. ↑ https://www.ratworldmag.com/shop/p/rat-world-issue-two
5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 https://www.ratworldmag.com/shop/p/rat-world-issue-three
6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 https://www.ratworldmag.com/shop/p/rat-world-issue-four
7. ↑ https://www.ratworldmag.com/shop/p/rat-world-issue-five
8. ↑ https://www.ratworldmag.com/shop/p/rat-world-issue-six
9. ↑ https://www.ratworldmag.com/shop/p/r18-valentines-zine