Warp was a New Zealand magazine and official organ of the National Association for Science Fiction (NASF), the country's first national science fiction fan organisation.

History

First published in November 1977, Warp continued on a usually two-monthly schedule until the late 1990s, surviving for a short period independently after NASF went into recess. The magazine was published by Transworld. Excluding the APA Aotearapa, Warp was the first New Zealand science fiction publication to reach 100 issues, which it did in June 1995. In all, some 115 editions of Warp were produced. Its largest issues were 44 pages in length.

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The location of Warp's publishing varied according to the home city of its editor, although during much of the later 1980s it was based in Christchurch, and during the early and mid 1990s it was based in Dunedin. At times the magazine's schedule was erratic, especially during the late 1980s and shortly before its demise in the late 1990s.

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Originally published in A4 format, for much of its run it was A5 in size, returning to A4 shortly before its demise.

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The Warped Tour, established in 1994, is named after the magazine.

Kelly Anna

Kelly Anna, a talented artist, has made significant contributions to Wrap Magazine. Known for her bold and vibrant illustrations, Kelly Anna's work brings a dynamic energy to the pages of Wrap. Her distinctive style and use of vibrant colors create visually captivating compositions that explore themes of female empowerment, body positivity, and strength. Through her collaboration with Wrap magazine, Kelly Anna's artwork adds a fresh and empowering perspective, inspiring readers with her expressive and empowering imagery.

See also

Literature in New Zealand

List of print media in New Zealand

References

1977 establishments in New Zealand

Defunct magazines published in New Zealand

Mass media in Christchurch

Mass media in Dunedin

Magazines established in 1977

Magazines with year of disestablishment missing

Literary magazines published in New Zealand

Speculative fiction magazines published in New Zealand

New Zealand science fiction

Bi-monthly magazines

Defunct literary magazines