Deadline: 27 May 2011
The Green Movement / Environmental Issue 16.2
Whether we're talking about Stanley Park, Clayoquot Sound, the Pacific Ocean, or even the work of organizations like Greenpeace Canada, it becomes obvious that Canada's West Coast (aka "Beautiful British Columbia") is known not only for its pristine natural landscapes but also for an ongoing eco-activism. With long-time "poster-boy" David Suzuki at the helm of the region's environmental movement, talk about the impacts of urban lifestyles on the environment have come to attract widespread media and public attention. That said, British Columbia is not the only province with an interest in sustainability. Canadians by and large are peace-keeping humanitarians with a deep respect for nature. As the effects of climate change become more apparent in our daily lives, we at Ricepaper would like to pose the following questions:
How are Asian Canadians contributing to the green movement? What is the relationship, if any, between cultural diversity and bio-diversity? And how is the work of contemporary writers and artists inspired and informed by the elements of nature? With a growing number of practicing Buddhists in the West, will there be an increased need for serenity and interconnectedness between all things ... OR... will we continue to spend long hours in the office, only to end the day with take-out dinner in cardboard and styrofoam containers?
If you have a story, a poem, a comment or picture that can foster a deeper appreciation for the relationship between art, culture and the environment, we would love to hear from you! We accept writing in the following forms and genres:
Quite literally, creative: previously unpublished short fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction, play excerpts, and works of translation (should not exceed 6,000 words)
Features: articles that offer original analysis and coverage on the magazine's quarterly theme (2,500 to 3,000 words)
Profiles: narratives on emerging and prominent Asian Canadian artists, cultural activists, alternative publishers, independent filmmakers and performers (2,000 to 2,500 words)
Columns and commentary: usually first-person, opinion pieces (1,500 to 2,000 words) that deal with important trends, memorable events, and socio-cultural issues affecting the Asian Canadian community
Cultural reviews: critical analysis and reflective summaries (500 to 1,000 words) of books, dance, theatre, film/media, visual art and special events in the Canadian arts milieu.
We accept writing from authors from all cultural backgrounds. Non-fiction content should be of interest to a diverse, educated Canadian readership. Fiction should contain story-lines, characters or themes pertinent to the Asian Canadian demographic. Please include a short biographical note (less than 50 words) and writing credits and/or a CV-resume with your submission. Send queries and/or final drafts to editor@ricepapermagazine.ca (c/o Eury Chang) no later than May 27, 2011. Writers may also send samples of previous writing along with their query. For consideration, early submissions are highly encouraged.
Contact Information:
For inquiries: editor@ricepapermagazine.ca
For submissions: editor@ricepapermagazine.ca
Website: http://www.ricepapermagazine.ca/
The Green Movement / Environmental Issue 16.2
Whether we're talking about Stanley Park, Clayoquot Sound, the Pacific Ocean, or even the work of organizations like Greenpeace Canada, it becomes obvious that Canada's West Coast (aka "Beautiful British Columbia") is known not only for its pristine natural landscapes but also for an ongoing eco-activism. With long-time "poster-boy" David Suzuki at the helm of the region's environmental movement, talk about the impacts of urban lifestyles on the environment have come to attract widespread media and public attention. That said, British Columbia is not the only province with an interest in sustainability. Canadians by and large are peace-keeping humanitarians with a deep respect for nature. As the effects of climate change become more apparent in our daily lives, we at Ricepaper would like to pose the following questions:
How are Asian Canadians contributing to the green movement? What is the relationship, if any, between cultural diversity and bio-diversity? And how is the work of contemporary writers and artists inspired and informed by the elements of nature? With a growing number of practicing Buddhists in the West, will there be an increased need for serenity and interconnectedness between all things ... OR... will we continue to spend long hours in the office, only to end the day with take-out dinner in cardboard and styrofoam containers?
If you have a story, a poem, a comment or picture that can foster a deeper appreciation for the relationship between art, culture and the environment, we would love to hear from you! We accept writing in the following forms and genres:
Quite literally, creative: previously unpublished short fiction, poetry, creative non-fiction, play excerpts, and works of translation (should not exceed 6,000 words)
Features: articles that offer original analysis and coverage on the magazine's quarterly theme (2,500 to 3,000 words)
Profiles: narratives on emerging and prominent Asian Canadian artists, cultural activists, alternative publishers, independent filmmakers and performers (2,000 to 2,500 words)
Columns and commentary: usually first-person, opinion pieces (1,500 to 2,000 words) that deal with important trends, memorable events, and socio-cultural issues affecting the Asian Canadian community
Cultural reviews: critical analysis and reflective summaries (500 to 1,000 words) of books, dance, theatre, film/media, visual art and special events in the Canadian arts milieu.
We accept writing from authors from all cultural backgrounds. Non-fiction content should be of interest to a diverse, educated Canadian readership. Fiction should contain story-lines, characters or themes pertinent to the Asian Canadian demographic. Please include a short biographical note (less than 50 words) and writing credits and/or a CV-resume with your submission. Send queries and/or final drafts to editor@ricepapermagazine.ca (c/o Eury Chang) no later than May 27, 2011. Writers may also send samples of previous writing along with their query. For consideration, early submissions are highly encouraged.
Contact Information:
For inquiries: editor@ricepapermagazine.ca
For submissions: editor@ricepapermagazine.ca
Website: http://www.ricepapermagazine.ca/
