Frequently Asked Questions
Am I considered Asian Pacific Islander?
We welcome all ethnicities and cultures — including Arab, Middle Eastern, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian, West Asian, mixed-heritage, transracial adoptees, and any other self-identified Asian Pacific Islanders.
Am I considered transmasculine, even if I don’t identify as transgender?
We welcome all gender identities, bodies, and presentations — including trans, gender nonconforming, gender expansive, nonbinary, genderqueer, masculine-of-center, butch, stud, and any other self-identified transmasculine folks.
What if I’m not out or planning to come out as trans?
Consider publishing anonymously or under a pseudonym. Contact us at apitransmasculineanthology@gmail.com for details.
What if I’d like to submit, but want/need to record or transcribe my story?
We can help you record and transcribe your story! Contact us at apitransmasculineanthology@gmail.com for details.
I don’t know what to write about!
Need ideas? Here are some possible themes for inspiration. There are no limitations!
DEFINING IDENTITIES: intersectionality, coming out, community, family, politics
CONFLICTS & STRUGGLES: racism, transphobia, cultural expectations, (not) passing
HEALTH & SEX: transition, dysphoria, bodies, sex, medicine, surgery, trauma, healing
RACE & ETHNICITY: colonialism, immigration, language, colorism, mixedness
PERSONAL HISTORIES: youth, family, parenting, aging, relationships, work
I have more questions!
We can answer them! Contact us at apitransmasculineanthology@gmail.com.