Asymptote is a journal of world literature in translation, with a mandate that extends beyond the merely linguistic. Its pages are built on the premise that translation is a creative and critical act, not a transparent conduit. The journal publishes work from across the globe, and its editorial vision is shaped by a commitment to linguistic plurality and to writing that resists the flattening pressures of a monolingual market. For the practitioner, this is not a venue for occasional or incidental work; it is a sustained engagement with the art of carrying meaning across languages and cultures. The journal's rolling submission model reflects an institutional rhythm that is continuous rather than cyclical. There is no annual window, no themed issue to which one must tailor a practice. Instead, the editorial team reads throughout the year, which places a premium on the submitted work's internal coherence and its fitness for the journal's established sections. Contributors can expect to be considered for a publication that pairs translated literature with original English-language nonfiction—literary and critical writing—and visual art, including illustration. The two special features in each issue carry distinct requirements, and prospective contributors should consult those specifications before submitting. What Asymptote offers is not a prize, a fee, or a residency, but a readership attuned to the nuances of translation and a curatorial context in which the translated text is treated as a primary literary object. The journal's scope is international, and its editorial decisions are made with an eye toward work that expands the range of what is available in English. For translators and writers whose practice is already engaged with questions of language, border, and form, Asymptote represents a serious and ongoing forum.