Welcome to Dharma Kueen MiniZine
This mini zine is where glitter meets the Dharma, a playful yet profound space where Buddhist notes mingle with queer and LGBTQ+ experiences. Dharma Kueen is more than a name. It’s a reimagining of spiritual life that refuses to separate robes from sequins, sutras from self-expression, or wisdom from fabulousness.
Through reflections, stories, poetry, and shimmering insights, this zine invites you to see that queerness isn’t outside the Dharma, it is already woven into the path.
Dharma Kueen is published every four months, bringing fresh notes, stories, and fabulous Dharma realness four times a year. If you’re lucky, you might be able to snag a physical copy at selected spaces. Once they’re gone, they’re gone!
Issue 3
Welcome to our third issue, darlings. It’s Pride Month, and our minds keep circling back to prejudice—but no, we’re not talking about the brooding Mr. Darcy. We’re talking about engaged Buddhism.
Let’s clear the air: being Buddhist doesn’t mean being a doormat. It doesn’t mean checking out of the world’s mess and calling it “detachment.”
Now, stay engaged or stay mad. Because if our practice isn’t actively making life better for someone especially our queer siblings, then what’s the point of all this spiritual glow-up, really?
Issue 2
Welcome to our second issue, darlings. This time, we’re serving healing, because let’s be honest, nothing is more powerful or more satisfying than taking care of yourself and thriving anyway. Call it revenge if you want, but make it soft, intentional, and unapologetically radiant.
We’re turning to Buddhist wisdom, specifically the three poisons, not to shame ourselves, but to clock the real drama at the root of our suffering. Sit down, breathe in, and let’s transform everything.
Issue 1
In our very first issue, we’re serving up a question that’s juicy, personal, and oh-so universal: What does my queerness have to do with Buddhism? The answers? Think layered like a rainbow cake, tender like your bestie’s hug, and unapologetically queer.
In our very first issue, we’re serving up a question that’s juicy, personal, and oh-so universal: What does my queerness have to do with Buddhism? The answers? Think layered like a rainbow cake, tender like your bestie’s hug, and unapologetically queer.
✨ How to snatch your copy ✨
Follow the instructions given below on how to fold and turn the print out into a mini-zine.
How to make a Zine
Hit that Download button, honey.
Print the zine layout at your local printer on A3 paper (landscape orientation, double-sided).
Fold the sheet in half lengthwise (hotdog style).
Unfold, then fold it in half widthwise (hamburger style).
Fold each end toward the center fold, so you now have 8 equal panels when unfolded.
Cut along the center crease (only the middle two panels).
Fold the sheet back lengthwise and push the pages together to form a booklet.
Now kick back, sip your tea, and let these insights sparkle through your mind and heart. 🌈 So flip through, laugh, ponder, and sparkle with us. The Dharma has room for every shade of the rainbow.
✨ “Want to help spread Dharma with a dash of queer sparkle? Sponsor the Dharma Kueen Zine and bring it to our LGBTQ+ community. Reach out at Kyle@kyleneo.com to learn more.” ✨
