Zagava is a publishing imprint based in Düsseldorf, Germany, focusing on works in the English language within the genres of weird fiction, supernatural, and horror literature, often produced in limited editions. Most of Zagava's books are issued in numbered hardbound versions and frequently in additional special limited lettered sub-editions with special bindings or additional extras. The books are as much about their contents as about the art of fine book-production. Jonas Ploeger is the proprietor of this press. The name of Zagava comes from a story by Edward Gorey, The Osbick Bird.
The press began in 2013 with its first publication, Virtue in Danger by Reggie Oliver, marking the start of its publishing journey as a collaborative venture.
Jonas PloegerâÂÂs involvement in the book trade began in 2002 with the launch of an antiquarian online bookstore - Antiquariat Bücherwelten. However, his primary profession at the time, and currently, was as camera operator and photographer.
Zagava emphasizes high-quality book production, blending literary content with craftsmanship and exploring themes such as the weird, supernatural, the decadent, and the mystical. Zagava aims to offer readers unique, thought-provoking experiences and surprise them with its creativity.
Zagava offers its works in various formats, including limited-edition hardcovers and chapbooks, featuring artisanal materials and bindings. Paperbacks also make part of Zagava's publishing.
<big>Lettered edition</big><br> Lettered editions are special lettered sub-editions that come along with special bindings or additional extras. These vary on a wide range and often feature creative cover styles, such as hardcover out of copper. Zagava's lettered editions usually are issued with 24 examplars.
<big>Numbered edition</big> <br> Zagava's numbered editions usually come as an edition of 199 copies where as in the past it may have varied up to 222 copies.
<big>Paperback edition</big> <br> Paperback editions by Zagava are often unlimited and in A4 size. Furthermore, the paperback are published on high-quality paper with illustrated boards.
<big>Chapbook edition</big> <br> Infra-Noir <br> In 2018, a new type of edition series, named "Infra-Noir" was introduced. The Infra-Noirs are printed on finest Amalfi hand-made cotton rag paper with deckled edges and are hand-sewn.
<br> <big>Postcards</big> <br> Many illustrations in Zagava's books were issued as sets of postcards as well.
Zagava has published works of a total number of 114 authors and artists as of 2024. The following shows an overview in alphabetical order: <br>
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