From zine superstar Billy McCall comes a playful novel about uncovering historic artifacts of zine publishing. Loosely written in the style of a hardboiled detective novel, Chicago Joe and the Ancient Pages will be a joy for any fan of zine and DIY culture. 

"Chicago Joe is a renowned zine historian dedicated to unearthing long-forgotten relics from the vibrant world of self-publishing. Each discovery in his storied career has been significant, but his latest adventure surpasses them all. Joe is tracking down an elusive set of documents from 1984—a find that could redefine zine history. But he's not alone in this high-stakes quest. Nikki Nightly and her cunning crew of thieves are also after the ancient artifacts. With the competition closing in, Joe must rally his most reliable allies for help."

294 pages, trade paperback.