The narrative of women in Indian print culture reflects a dynamic interplay of struggle and achievement, where, despite significant contributions, women's voices were frequently marginalized, and societal expectations and institutional barriers often constrained their roles. This complex history underscores the ongoing need for a more inclusive historical narrative that fully acknowledges the diverse and critical roles women have played
in shaping print culture in India.

This edited volume, (tentatively) titled Voices of Change: Women in 19th and 20th Century Indian Print Culture seeks to explore the multifaceted contributions of women in shaping and being shaped by print media during this era. By focusing on themes of visibility, accessibility, and agency, this volume aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how women navigated and influenced the print culture amidst societal constraints and colonial restrictions. We invite papers that cover a range of topics, including but not limited to:
 The contributions of pioneering women writers and editors such as Begum Rokeya Sakhawat Hossain, Ismat Chughtai, Kamala Das, and Mahasweta Devi.
 The role of women's periodicals and journals like Khatun, Sugrihini, and Stree
Darpan in advancing feminist discourse.
 The impact of socio-religious movements on women's access to education and print literature.
 The challenges faced by women in overcoming censorship and societal disapproval in their literary pursuits.Comparative analyses of the roles of women in regional literature and their
contributions to broader feminist and social reform movements. We expect Abstracts by 30 May 2025 of 250 words, with an additional bio note and house citation details (Chicago). Complete papers would be due by Oct. 31, 2025. We would prefer that the completed essays be with the publishers by Spring 2026.