The chapess 2011–2016

Artist and community gardener Cherry Styles edited the quarterly-printed feminist zine The chapess from 2011 to 2016. This "zine of new writing and art by women" quickly evolved from a photocopied format to a full-fledged literary publication, which also facilitated educational sessions and workshops. It featured the work of women writers, artists, and punks of all ages from around the world, some of which she connected with through her zine distro Synchronise Witches. The chapess was originally launched by Zara Gardner, a colleague of Styles, as part of a pedagogical initiative to engage students in the art department of a rural college. The first issue of The chapess included contributions from people affiliated with that college.