Girl God Books seeks submissions for:
Lotus Heart: The Compassion of Kuan Yin
Scheduled publication: 2023
Due to health and family issues, our publication was delayed from 2022 to 2023. We are still open to submissions using the process listed below, and welcome you to contribute!
We invite writings from women about finding refuge in the storms of life, sharing the balm of compassion, and experiencing spiritual growth through the loving intercession of Kuan Yin.
Personal essays (up to 2,500 words), academic papers, poetry, prayers, vegan/vegetarian recipes, and (black and white) art are welcome. In this unique anthology, we will be publishing select submissions in both English and Chinese languages, with translations.
Themes to consider in your submissions might include:
-overcoming trauma with Kuan Yin’s help
-Kuan Yin in meditation
-how Kuan Yin figures into your relationship with your parents or children
-how Kuan Yin helps you on your path of Goddess Spirituality
-how Kuan Yin has helped you defy traditional gender roles
-how Kuan Yin inspires your compassionate cooking and eating practices
-Kuan Yin’s fierce compassion in the face abuse and cruelty
-Kuan Yin and animal protection
-Kuan Yin and environmental protection
Edited by Trista Hendren, Herng Yu Tzong, and Yeshe Matthews
Cover Art by Yu Kuei Chao
Submission Guidelines:
Please send your finished piece in a PDF or Google document. Art should be sent in high resolution as a JPG. You may submit more than one piece for consideration, but due to the volume of submissions, please only send your best work.
Please also include a bio under 150 words.
Please send your submissions to lotusheartbook@gmail.com with the book title in your subject line.