“For this sixth issue of MALA LECHE, we welcomed in art and writing that served a similar purpose for others who have survived traumatic experiences. This issue encompasses works which explore moments of betrayal, loss, abuse, survival, and healing. For many of us, art and the power of creation are what allow us to traverse through the swampy underworld of trauma — the path of the shadows. Our art is the light that guides us through these shadowed periods of our lives.”

~ Dana Espinosa, Guest Editor of MALA LECHE #6

Bad Milk Press is proud to present the sixth issue of MALA LECHE, a radical art and writing zine featuring the work of women, non-binary, and genderqueer artists and writers from Central Virginia. MALA LECHE #6 features the work of 17 artists and writers from the Central Virginia area.

The issue includes work of:

Marian Bayker (@marianbayker)
Kate Boland (@mirakata.sasha.art)
Sarah Burke
Dana Espinosa (@ishtarsreturn)
Adriana Garcia (@_adrianagarcia77)

Meesha Goldberg (@meeshagoldberg)
Mak Johansen (@thingsimak)
Kathleen King (@kathleeenking)
Sri Kodakalla (@dystopian_conditionals)
Alanna Mahon (@lannamahon)

Courtney Mandryk (@courtneymandryk)
Gabrielle McClure (@runningriverdesign)
Aurora Powell (@skater_dyke)
Hadley Rodland (@hadleyhair)

and three anonymous creatives.

Important note to the reader: This issue of MALA LECHE features sensitive and potentially triggering creative submissions shared by community members. The issue traverses through many forms of trauma and includes content pertaining to: abortion, domestic abuse, mental health disorders, miscarriage, and sexual violence. We ask that you tread lightly and encourage you to take the time needed to emotionally prepare yourself beforehand.

You can read the issue online below or find a copy in print at the physical locations while copies last, starting December 27th.

Learn more about MALA LECHE HERE and stay tuned for our next call for submissions (MALA LECHE #7) in mid-January 2023.

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I WANT A PHYSICAL COPY. WHERE DO I GET ONE?

MALA LECHE is made for print; physical copies are limited edition and will be distributed quarterly while copies last. As of February 15, 2023, you can snag a print copy of our MALA LECHE #6 at the following locations:

  • McGuffey Art Center main desk (201 2nd St NW, Charlottesville, VA 22902)

  • Mudhouse Coffee in Crozet (5793 The Square, Crozet, VA 22932)

  • New Dominion Bookshop (404 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902)

  • Rapunzel’s Coffee & Books (924 Front St, Lovingston, VA 22949)

  • Second Street Gallery (115 2nd Street SE, Charlottesville, VA 22902)

  • Studio IX / JBird Coffee Supply (969 2nd St SE, Charlottesville, VA 22902)

  • Twisted Branch Tea Bazaar (414 E Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22902)

  • Visible Records (1740 Broadway St, Charlottesville, VA 22902)

  • WTJU (2244 Ivy Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903)