SUBMISSION POLICY The Call for Submissions is open to all writers who are Hmong or write about their Hmong experiences. Hmong writers may choose to write about any theme or issue (Hmong or non-Hmong related). Non-Hmong writers MUST write about themes or issues that are directly related to the Hmong community. Submissions that address the designated focus for this issue are especially encouraged. Paj Ntaub Voice only accepts unpublished original works. Artists and writers must notify Hmong Arts Connection if their submission is being published in another publication. All artists whose work is published in Paj Ntaub Voice will receive a complimentary copy. In addition, artists may have the opportunity to read or exhibit their work at a public reception & reading. Visual and literary artists retain all rights to their work and must attribute publication in Paj Ntaub Voice when being re-published. Literary Submissions: We accept fiction and nonfiction submissions in no more than any two categories of the following: Poetry & traditional Hmong poetry (i.e. kwv txhiaj, paj huam): 3 entries max Essays & short stories: 3,000 words max Criticism & interviews: 3,000 words max Plays/Performances: 3,000 words max Visual Art Submissions: DO NOT send originals. Submit high resolution jpg or bitmap images by email or on a CD by mail. Maximum of 8. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS All work must be double-spaced on white paper and numbered consecutively. The title should appear on each page. Do not put your name anywhere on the submission. Submissions are reviewed without the author's name. A submission cover letter with your name, address, telephone number(s), email address, title(s) of submission(s), and a biographical statement of 3-5 sentences MUST accompany submissions. Visual art work submissions must also include an artist statement.  Email submissions are preferred. Please submit by email. If snail mailing, send two paper copies along with .doc files on a CD-ROM clearly labeled with your name and titles of submissions to: Hmong Arts Connection c/o Paj Ntaub Voice 1245 Carroll Avenue St. Paul, MN 55104