Zbeng!

Most of the chapters published in "Ma'ariv La'Noar" contain between 1-3 pages and comprise a single, self-contained storyline.

The plot usually focuses in a humorous way on adolescent experiences as well as lampooning Israeli culture, society, and many aspects of the human condition.

The characters' exaggerated personality traits are all based on common stereotypes (the geek, the bully, the queen bee, the evil teacher, etc.).

brand: including, amongst others, several series of books; student diaries; a spin-off version, portraying the "Zbeng!"

characters as children; a monthly magazine; and even a TV series loosely based on the comics.

Though originally published as a single-page item, the comic soon expanded to a multi-page format.

has been attributed in part to the author's willingness to make changes throughout the years and in response to reader feedback - for example, altering characters' appearances to reflect the latest fashions and trends.

has also been frequently and heavily criticized by Israeli parents and educators because of its portrayal of sexual activity, contempt for adult authority, and stereotypical characters.

In addition to the strips in the popular Israeli teen magazine "Ma'ariv La'noar," Fink has published 28 different "Zbeng!"

Fink has also published two instructional drawing books showing techniques for illustrating the Zbeng!