Write for Asian Mosaic: Submission Guidelines
Your Gateway to Writing About All Things Asian
Hey there Medium family! Welcome to Asian Mosaic, the one-stop hub for everyone looking to share stories, experiences, and perspectives about the multifaceted and complex world of Asian culture and lives. Are you vibing with this unique intersectionality of Asian-ness? Perfect, because we’re here to shake things up, make some noise, and rep hard for Asians globally! But hey, you don’t need to be Asian to write for us — everyone is welcome to join the conversation.
Content Focus
Our aim is to create a space where diversity thrives and voices from unique angles are valued. We’re super into the full spectrum of Asian culture, society, art, and day-to-day life. From traditional customs to K-pop and Bollywood stardom, from pho to anime, from travel adventures to modern-day struggles — anything related to ‘Asian-ness’ is fair game here.
Points to Note:
- Send your drafts straight to the publication. No published articles
- Every article should have the standard Medium format: A title, a subtitle and a credited image from Pexels, Unsplash or other similar sites. Use big T for titles, lowercase big T for subheadings (font shrink alert!).
- No advertorials please.
- Keep it breezy with short sentences.
- Proofread with a spell checker and follow Medium rules.
- Credit all photos, even your own. Every image must include a credit image, and you have the complete usage right of the image.
- No get rich and false promise articles. No affiliate marketing, hate speech or sexual contents.
Topics
We are all ears for a plethora of topics, but not limited to:
· Personal Narratives and Life Stories: Share your personal experiences. Yep, that includes that trip to Tokyo or your journey discovering your roots.
· Fiction and Creative Writing: Got an Asian-inspired fictional story? Let those creative juices flow.
· Culture, Lifestyle, and Travel: From the hustle and bustle of street markets to serene temple visits. Share the essence of Asian culture.
· Reviews: Enjoyed a movie featuring Asian actors or a book by an Asian author? Talk about it.
· Current Events: From TikTok trends to entertainment, we want to know what you think.
· Profiles on Pioneers and Unsung Heroes: Know an Asian artist, activist, or your next-door neighbor making a difference? Spill the tea.
Style and Tone
Listen, we celebrate diversity like it’s a festival. So bring your own writing style to the party. Keep it engaging, insightful, and — let’s be real — respectful, mkay?
Length
Alright, let’s get technical for a sec. Ideally, we’re looking for pieces between 500–2000 words. Got a novella-length masterpiece? We’ll consider it, but we’ll have to chat.
Originality
Keep it 100 — original and unpublished content only, please. If your piece has been published elsewhere, let us know upfront.
Say No to Hate
Nada. Zip. Zero tolerance for hate speech or discrimination of any kind. That includes racism, homophobia, or any other hateful stuff. So don’t even think about it.
Editing
Expect some light edits for clarity, grammar, and vibe checks in accordance with Medium’s style guide. If there are major changes, we’ll hit you up.
Submission Process
Ready to roll? Awesome! Comment with ‘I want to be a writer’ and drop your Medium handle. Plus please ensure you follow the publication as well. It’s that simple.
Response Time
Hang tight! I’ll get back to you anytime between few hours to a week.
Compensation
While we can’t make it rain, we can give your work a spotlight to shine and resonate in the Asian and global communities.
So, what are you waiting for? Let’s weave this beautiful Asian Mosaic together, one story at a time!
Submit your piece today and let’s make this space as diverse and colorful as the cultures it represents. Thanks for considering Asian Mosaic as a home for your unique voice.
Peace, love, and all the good stuff. 🤟