Black Inc Books is creating a new anthology of stories about growing up queer in Australia, and they’ve just opened the submissions to writers.
The collection will be edited by author Benjamin Law, who wrote the Quarterly Essay Moral Panic 101 as well as the books Gaysia and The Family Law. His own recollections of growing up in The Family Law were adapted into the popular SBS TV series.
The publishers say they are looking for first-person pieces about growing up as a member of the queer (LGBTIQ) community, however you identify. These can be in any tone, style or format but they are not looking for scholarly works.
“What we hope to receive is honest, original and personal nonfiction from people of all ages and backgrounds. We are particularly interested in pieces that defy, question or shed light on the many stereotypes that currently exist about our vibrant extended community.” the publisher said in the announcement for the collection.
Editor Benjamin Law says: ‘If in doubt, write the story you wish you’d read growing up.’
Submissions should be between 1000 and 4000 words, and must be received by 5.00pm on Monday, 3 September 2018. Late entries will not be accepted.
Head to the Black Inc Books website for all the details
OIP Staff
