Zoetic Press

Our core values

Our world is in chaos. There’s really no other way to say it. Atrocity after atrocity hits us, and we are left reeling, stunned, and confused. How is this happening? Why are those in charge letting it happen?

After every atrocity, everyone puts statements out on their websites meant to reassure people that they’re on the correct side of the conflict. Most of the time, those statements boil down to “please continue to buy our product.”

 We at Zoetic Press would like to put out topical position statements, but in the face of the fact that before one atrocity is resolved, another one comes along, we can’t. We’re writers and editors, but we don’t possess the words to convince people to behave in ways that acknowledge other people’s humanity.

Fundamentally, that’s what we believe in: other people’s humanity. Other people’s right to exist in a world free from the fear of violence; a world where people have autonomy over themselves and their bodies; a world where people’s basic needs for breathable air, nutritious food, and clean water are taken care of; a world where the vulnerable are cared for and respected; a world where people with great power and privilege recognize their responsibility toward those with less. We cannot side with people or entities whose actions make it clear that they don’t believe the same.

Humans are hardwired to tell stories. And we should be listening to each other.