Opportunity Knocks - Cape Cod Cultural Center 15 Jan 2011

Poetry is not just for the scholarly, it is for everyone, everywhere. Some of the best poems are written outside of the classroom by those experiencing life firsthand. If you have ever considered submitting your poetry to places beyond the blogosphere, but were unsure, we hope to inspire you to do so by simplifying the process. Sometimes all it takes is an envelope and a stamp. In our “Opportunity Knocks” posts we provide information and links to publications, contests and other opportunities for your poetry to be read and/or published. It is our goal to sift through and filter out the spam and scams out there. What we post here will be our best attempt at helping you find legitimate places to send your work.

For U.S and Canadian Residents



A prize of $1,000 is given annually for a poem. Gerald Stern will judge. Submit up to three poems totaling no more than five pages with a $15 entry fee by January 15, 2011.

Opportunity Knocks - 31 Dec 2010 & 17 Dec 2010

Poetry is not just for the scholarly, it is for everyone, everywhere. Some of the best poems are written outside of the classroom by those experiencing life firsthand. If you have ever considered submitting your poetry to places beyond the blogosphere, but were unsure, we hope to inspire you to do so by simplifying the process. Sometimes all it takes is an envelope and a stamp. In our “Opportunity Knocks” posts we will provide information and links to publications, contests and other opportunities for your poetry to be read and/or published. It is our goal to sift through and filter out the spam and scams out there. What we post here will be our best attempt at helping you find legitimate places to send your work.

Rosebud

Dylan Thomas American Poet Prize


A prize of $1,000 and publication in Rosebud will be given annually for a poem by a U.S. poet under 40.

Opportunity Knocks - 1 Dec Deadline

Recently I have been browsing websites, magazines and various other outlets where poetry can be found and have realized there is a lot out there. There are so many opportunities and chances for a poet’s voice to be heard and Poets United wants to help you be heard.

If at first you don’t succeed, write, write and write again. Ok I know the real quote doesn’t quite go that way but I’m fairly certain you get what I am trying to say. Poets United will make it a point to try and highlight some of the opportunities that exist for our members and readers to have their work published or read. If you are interested in possibly submitting your poetry to Literary Magazines, Small Presses, other publications, or competitions this new addition “Opportunity Knocks” will hopefully be helpful to you.