Your Brain on Whimsy: The Neuroscience of Whimsicality Zine

Ever wonder why we seek out play and whimsy? Whether you’re new to the world of whimsical living or a seasoned whimsy witch, discover how our brains react to whimsical activities in this fully illustrated 10-page zine. Within these pages, you’ll learn what constitutes whimsy, definitions of scientific terminology, a flow chart of exactly what happens in the human brain when exposed to whimsy, why it’s good for us, and how you can incorporate more whimsy into your day-to-day life. 

“Your Brain on Whimsy” is the first issue of an upcoming series called “The Whimzines,” where artist Elissa Marie will dive into and dissect the sociopolitical, feminist, magickal, and mental health aspects of whimsy, imagination, and creativity. 

• 10 full color pages
• Digest size 8.5” x 5.5”
• 80 lb. cover stock exterior, 80 lb. text stock interior pages
• Written, illustrated, and designed by Elissa Marie (a human)
• Sources included on back cover

Elissa Marie is an illustrator, joy-spreader, thought-provoker, and inspiration dealer with insatiable curiosity. Her goal with this zine is to highlight the importance of unlocking, exercising, and expanding your own imagination in a world that generally discourages it.