Submissions (Deadline January 31, 2025)
Open theme
We are currently open for submissions.
There is no theme for this submission period, so you may write on any topic. We simply want to see your best work!
Creative Nonfiction, including, but not limited to:
Personal essays
Memoirs
Some forms of experimental writing
Fiction
Short stories
Flash fiction
Novel excerpts
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Not following all guidelines will result in automatic disqualification.
All submissions by a writer of Asian descent will be considered for publication. Priority consideration is given to those who are part of the AWC directory.
Submissions must be complete, in English, and under 3000 words to be considered. No pitches, please!
Only 1 submission per submission period permitted. Also note that if you were accepted for a previous submission period, please wait 12 months before submitting again.
Submissions should be your original work and previously unpublished. This includes your Substack or personal blog.
Attach your document in the following file forms: .doc, .docx, or pdf.
All manuscripts should be in 12-point type, with at least one-inch margins, and sequentially numbered pages, double-spaced.
In the email subject line, put in all caps: “[CATEGORY] SUBMISSION.” For example, “CREATIVE NONFICTION SUBMISSION”
Include a brief bio (about 100 words) in the body of your email, and include your connection to Asia. Note any links to your website or social media if desired.
Indicate the following in your email:
Title of the work
Word count
Subgenre (e.g., short story, flash fiction, personal essay, memoir, etc.)
Brief synopsis (1-2 sentences)
Simultaneous Submissions: We accept simultaneous submissions. Please contact us as soon as possible if your piece is accepted elsewhere.
Compensation: We are unable to offer compensation at this time; however, we are committed to doing so in the future.
Exclusivity: We request exclusive first publication rights for accepted pieces for a period of one month. After this period, all rights revert back to the author, to reuse and republish as you wish.
Response Time: We aim to respond to all submissions within 4-8 weeks.
Send your submissions or questions to asianwriterscollective (at) gmail (dot) com.