Contest

We seek work that questions the boundaries of genre, form, or mode while engaging the rich possibilities of lyrical expression.

We are seeking submissions for pieces that breathe freshness to the form.

Each entry should include no more than three poems.

Dickey inspired and nurtured many poets, and we offer the award in his spirit.

Every year, Poetry International gives a prize of $1,000 and publication in Poetry International for a single poem.

Our competition is open to unpublished poems of any length.

We are looking for novice and veteran writers of any stripe to send us stories that possess a powerful sense of people, place and time

One of two annual contests sponsored by Poetry International honoring a single poem.

We accept literary submissions in any genre. 

PRISM strives to uplift and shine a light on emerging and established voices across Canada and internationally,

Our only requirement is that you show excellence in your craft.

Write whatever you'd like! We want to see you get creative!

In 2022, Arc will be awarding one $5,000 grand prize to the Poem of the Year and a $500 prize for an Honourable Mention.

Crosswinds seeks English language poetry in all styles.

Dazzle us, take chances, and be bold.

The major emphasis of each entry must be on humour, but literary merit and insightful comment are also important.

$1,500 and publication in Boulevard awarded to the winning story

Given to a poet with a truly inventive spirit. 

Poets at all stages of their careers are encouraged to submit.

The Jesmyn Ward Prize will be awarded annually to one short story submitted for consideration to the Michigan Quarterly Review.