Mab's Page

I write a perzine called RatBrat, which is usually half-size, but was recently published in a quarter-size format for the first time. Issues are generally between 25-50 pages long. I write about my life, observations of the world, and anything that is important to me at the time of writing. I use zines for self-expression and to capture things that are relevant in my life in the moment. Subjects in past issues have included having bipolar disorder, general life experiences, book and zine reviews, death, love, and my pets. I also write some fiction and poetry. I try to write about things that I feel are situations and experiences other people might share or relate to, but ultimately, my zines are there for the purpose of emptying my mind and creating things I enjoy.

I am a kick-ass girl living in the middle of Pennsylvania, who loves animals, smokes too many cigarettes, and hasn't traveled enough to satisfy my need for adventure (yet). I am momma to an amazing young parrot, who only knows one word ("What?!"), three ferrets (aka "the girls"), some rats and hamsters, and two gorgeous snakes--a 9-year-old corn snake and an adopted jungle carpet python. My current dream is to have my own house with a yard large enough to keep a small group of Nigerian dwarf goats and to work as a massage therapist. Until then, I am working on getting my massage certification, saving enough money to move out of my parents' house, and making zines whenever I can!