Periphery | Tiffany Chu | Substack

Submissions (Deadline June 30, 2025)

Submit desert-themed fiction or creative nonfiction (under 3000 words) to Periphery Lit's anthology for Asian writers. Deadline soon!

May 7 •

Guest Essays

The Secrets of Our Mothers

A daughter explores her Korean heritage through memories of her mother, finding meaning in silences, grief, and the weight of untold stories.

May 21 •

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A writer's surreal dreams of Lord Ganesh offering magical but flawed gifts parallel her struggles with writing and a strained relationship.

Apr 16 •

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My Grandmother's Daughter

A queer Chinese American reflects on filial piety, generational trauma, and finding connection with his grandmother while severing ties with his mother.

Mar 12 •

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Symptoms of Connection

A Chinese adoptee's pregnancy journey reveals how the body remembers what documents cannot tell about identity and belonging.

Feb 12 •

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My Mother Was Right (But Don't Tell Her)

A young Indian woman's monsoon trek becomes a journey of self-discovery as she navigates cultural expectations, personal grief, and the pressure of…

Dec 17, 2024 •

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Features

From the Margins | Issue 10

Discover 8 powerful Asian American Substack writers covering activism, healing, social justice, culture, and community stories

May 31 •

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Demian Elaine' Yumei

From the Margins | Issue 09

A curated collection of powerful Asian writing across genres - from personal essays and literary critique to healthcare advocacy and cultural commentary

Mar 31 •

From the Margins | Issue 08

From memoir to photography: A carefully curated selection of contemporary South Asian writing that moves and challenges

Feb 28 •

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Asian Reads | Issue 07

Essays on finding meaning in daily life, work-life balance, and discussions on language and identity

Jan 31 •

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sunshine moonlight

Asian Reads | Issue 06

Explore diverse Asian voices through personal essays, poetry, and memoirs from the Asian Writers' Collective, featuring reflections on identity…

Dec 31, 2024 •

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Book Recommendations

4 Books Featuring Palestinian Poets to Diversify Your Bookshelf

Periphery is a publication dedicated to fostering greater understanding and appreciation of Asian cultures and experiences among a global readership.

Feb 19 •

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10 Books by Indian Authors to Decolonize Your Bookshelf

Discover must-read Indian literature with recommendations spanning mythology, history, and politics from young writer Aryan's curated list of…

Jan 22 •

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Aryan Kavan Gowda

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Decolonize Your Bookshelf: Malaysian Edition

Discover 9 compelling Malaysian fiction books in English, from fantasy and crime to literary fiction, curated by Malaysian poet Sharmila.

Nov 25, 2024 •

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Sharmila Ganapathy

Decolonize Your Bookshelf: All-Time Favourites Edition

From Dark Academia to Heartfelt Memoirs: 8 Diverse Books That Will Stay With You

Oct 28, 2024 •

Decolonize Your Bookshelf: Pakistani Literature Edition

Recommendations and Talking about Pakistani publishing hardships

Sep 23, 2024 •

5 Surprising Books to Decolonize your Bookshelf for Fall

Explore diverse Asian voices through curated fiction and non-fiction recommendations. Discover cultural insights and compelling stories.

Aug 19, 2024 •

Interviews

Ai Jiang: Transcending Genres and Exploring the Human Experience

Ai Jiang, an acclaimed author, discusses her unique approach to storytelling, transcending genres and delving into the essence of the human experience.

Jan 15 •

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Ai Jiang | 江艾

Many Voices, One Mission: Aaron Lee's Faith Journey to Publishing

'A Letter to the Asian American Church' brings together vital perspectives from Asian American Christian leaders, curated by worship leader and…

Dec 23, 2024 •

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Beyond the American Story You Think You Know

Former teacher Ellie Yang Camp discusses her journey from classroom to activism, challenging assumptions about Asian American identity and history.

Nov 19, 2024 •

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Ellie Yang Camp

Rejection to Success: Esmé Weijun Wang's Journey in Publishing

Esmé Weijun Wang discusses mental health, Asian American identity, and her journey as a writer. Insights on overcoming stigma and creating authentic…

Oct 21, 2024 •

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Esmé Weijun Wang

The Hidden Costs of Silence

A conversation with licensed therapist and author Linda J. Yoon: breaking the silence on Asian-American mental health, healing generational and…

Aug 12, 2024 •

Periphery

Periphery

A publication dedicated to fostering greater understanding and appreciation of Asian cultures and experiences among a global readership

Recommendations

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In-between Lines

In-between Lines

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