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Elsewhere / Everywhere

A multi-lingual graphic anthology on immigration, migration, heritage, and belonging.

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about the anthology

What does Elsewhere look like to you? It could be a place you've dreamed of, a world you've imagined, somewhere you've been or wish you could go. From personal stories and memories to mythology, folklore, fantasy, and alternate realities, Elsewhere is an invitation to explore places, experiences, and worlds beyond the familiar. Whether real or imagined, we'd love to see where your creativity takes you!

Help us construct the path to elsewhere, to everywhere, to a better world ahead…

Meet the Team

(Who does what, and who to ask for help)

Xiao Faria daCunha

Editor-in-Chief, Producer

Xiao Faria daCunha is a practicing visual artist based in Kansas City. She is also an independent journalist covering what’s happening in the Midwest belt, focusing on lifestyle, art, and culture, building inquiries around humanity.

In charge of: High-level decisions, layout design, PR & marketing, sponsorship, distribution

Matthew Nguyen

Managing Editor

Matt Nguyen is a biracial, Vietnamese-American comics artist based in Kansas City. Matt seeks to tell human stories in a fantastical world, tackling “big” questions of the human experience through whimsy and childlike imagination.

In charge of: Editorial feedback, pitching, line-editing, copyediting.

Chaneryna Thach

Head of Operations

Chaneryna Thach is a paper artist based in Kansas City, originally from Springfield, Missouri. She earned her BFA with a minor in Asian Studies from the Kansas City Art Institute.

In charge of: Invoicing, submission logistics, internal communication and support.

Submission Guideline & Eligibility

Eligibility

This anthology is open to anyone identifying as a member of the pan-Asian diaspora community, including but not limited to:

  • Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders

  • Pan-Asian migrants regardless of your immigration status (we will NEVER ask about your status)

We do ask you to be at least 18 years old to submit.

We do not allow generative AI use in any form. Your AI-powered submission will be automatically rejected.

Only entries with valid payment via Venmo, our payment link, or an invoice request (indicate in submission form below) will be considered.

This submission is open to graphic zines, traditional and digital comics, illustration stories, graphic essays, manhwa and manga, vertical comic strips (webtoon format), and 4-koma.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINE

  1. Fill out the open call form

  2. Pay your submission fee ($5 for non-members)

  3. Please compress your work sample images or completed work submission into a single PDF file no larger than 5Mb.

    Note: If we accept your piece, we will reach out and ask for high resolution files for print use.

  4. Please name your work samples or final submission in the format of “FirstName_LastName_Title.” Mislabeled submissions will not be considered!

  5. Your final submission MUST BE no longer than 6 pages.

If you’re have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out via hello@thirdpinecollective.com. To ensure we see your message promptly, please include “ANTHOLOGY” in your subject line. For example: “ANTHOLOGY - question regarding eligibility”

Copyright Disclaimer

TPC’s default assumption is that (1) authors retain ALL rights to their own submission; and (2) TPC retains PUBLICATION rights to the unique version published in {Path to:} Elsewhere/Everywhere.

Production cycle

We are aiming to publish our digital anthology by May, 2027, while we fundraise and work on the print publication. Our goal is to begin print distribution before December, 2027.

FAQ

  • No. In fact, we encourage you to create in your native tongue. Do keep in mind that you’re expected to provide the English translation for your entry if you create in a non-English language.

  • You can if you have something that fits the theme. Otherwise, please submit a one-to-two paragraph pitch explaining what your final submission will be.

  • Your entry should not exceed 6 pages in 6”×9” size. You’re free to format however that makes the most sense to you. For example, six pages of a manga layout would look completely different vs. 6 pages of regular zine. If you’re used to creating in smaller format, such as 8-page zines, your editor will also assist you in layout to potentially fit multiple frames/spreads into one page.

  • Up to you!

  • Both! However, the digital version will likely go live first as we navigate the printing logistics.

  • Unfortunately, as of now, we cannot afford to pay contributors as we’re a grassroots collective :( However, we’re actively seekinbg funding opportunities and exploring sponsorship options. Our goal is to at least provide one contributor’s copy to every participating artist.

  • You don’t. However, we are prioritizing submissions from the Midwest region in the U.S. since that is our homebase. We also will not be able to cover international shipping for the contributor’s copy if your entry is accepted.

Submission Form

Have you read through our Submission Guideline and FAQs? We recommend going through them at least once to make sure your submission meets all criteria