Platonic Love Stories

Using lush and descriptive prose, Sara Rosa Espi tells the stories of her most meaningful platonic relationships, some of which have lasted over a decade. Espi writes about how we often neglect the importance of platonic relationships, preferring instead to prioritize romantic or sexual ones. However, Espi paints a picture of platonic relationships that are just as intense and life-altering as romantic ones. In one anecdote, she tells the story of meeting Jyri, an artist living in the secluded woods of Tampere. Despite never having met before, they cooked spaghetti, listened to music for hours, and showed one another photos of their families. In another, Espi tells the story of traveling to Spain with her high school best friend Jess. Espi ends the zine with a poem entitled “To Penny Black.” – Alekhya