Your Story Matters – Share It with the World

"Here’s to the women who found the courage to unearth their roots, carrying their scars like seeds, and replanting their hearts toward the warmth of a new horizon. Here’s to their resilience, for every scar holds a story, every seed carries hope, and every new horizon is a testament to their strength and transformation."

— Stephanie C Vang

Windgarden Books has partnered with Hmong Women Today to bring A Collection of Courage and Transformation to life, marking the first volume in an inspiring new series. This collaboration blends the publishing expertise of Windgarden Books with the advocacy and community-building strength of Hmong Women Today, creating a platform for meaningful stories that highlight resilience, courage, and transformation. Together, these two organizations are working to ensure the stories of Hmong women are celebrated, preserved, and shared with the world, fostering inspiration and empowerment for current and future generations. We invite you to be a part of this incredible project, contributing your story to the first volume of this transformative series and shaping a legacy of courage and unity for years to come.

If This Is You, We Encourage You to Share Your Story

We want to hear from you!
Whether you’re a seasoned writer or have never written before, your story matters. This is an opportunity to inspire others, preserve your journey, and be part of something extraordinary.

Have you overcome challenges that shaped who you are today?

Do you have a story of resilience, courage, or transformation as a Hmong woman?

Have you navigated cultural expectations while pursuing your dreams?

Benefits of Being Part of the Collection

Why Share Your Story?

Be Heard Globally: Your voice will reach readers around the world, connecting and inspiring others through your journey.
Preserve Your Legacy: Your story will be part of a published anthology, leaving a lasting impact for future generations.
Receive Author Recognition: You’ll be credited in the book and featured as a contributor in our promotional materials.
Collaborate with Experts: Our editorial team will work closely with you to polish and refine your story for publication.
Empower the Community: A portion of the book’s proceeds will benefit Hmong Women Today, supporting initiatives for Hmong women worldwide.

What’s Included

What You Can Expect as a Contributor

Dedicated Editorial Support: No writing experience is required. We’ll help shape and refine your story, ensuring it’s compelling and polished while preserving your authentic voice.
Recognition in the Book: Your story will be featured as part of A Collection of Courage and Transformation: Volume One.
Global Reach: The book will be available in hardcover, paperback, and e-book formats on Amazon.com and through Windgarden Books.
Marketing Features: Contributors will have the chance to be featured in promotional materials, interviews, and spotlights on our website and social media.

How to Submit Your Story

Submitting your story is simple!

Complete the Form Below: Share your story idea and background.
Story Review: Our team will review submissions and select contributors for the anthology.
Collaboration: If selected, you’ll work closely with our editorial team to develop your story.

No prior writing experience is necessary—we’re here to help you every step of the way!

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Name

First

Last

City and State

Proposed Story Title

Brief Summary of Your Story (200–300 words)

How does your story align with the themes of courage, resilience, and transformation? (150–200 words)

themes important Email

Why is your story important to share in this anthology? (Optional):

Writing Sample or Excerpt (Optional)

If you have written a sample (500–800 words), feel free to include it here. However, this is not required. Submissions without a writing sample will still be considered.

Tell Us About Yourself (150–200 words)

Additional Information (Optional)

Agreement and Acknowledgment

I understand and agree to the following terms:
I confirm that my story is my original work and does not infringe on the rights of any third party.
I grant permission to Windgarden Books and Hmong Women Today to review my submission for potential inclusion in A Collection of Courage and Transformation.
If my story is selected, I am willing to collaborate with the editorial team to refine and finalize it for publication.
I understand that submission does not guarantee inclusion in the anthology.

“Your Story is the Key to Empowerment and Connection”
By sharing your journey, you’re inspiring others and contributing to a legacy of courage and transformation. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of something extraordinary.

What Happens Next?

Once you submit your form, our team will review your story and consider it for inclusion. If your story is selected, we will contact you with the next steps. Remember, you don’t need to be an experienced writer—our team is here to help you every step of the way. Thank you for sharing your voice and being part of this transformative project!