My poem "A Leveling" published in Red Sky: Poetry on the Global Epidemic of Violence Against Women by Sable Books

I am honored to have my poem “A Leveling” included with so many amazing and powerful women poets in this important anthology of poems published by Sable Books. Please consider purchasing one of these beautifully printed books or request it at your local library. All proceeds will be directed to the […]

My poem “A Leveling” published in Red Sky: Poetry on the Global Epidemic of Violence Against Women by Sable Books

I am honored to have my poem “A Leveling” included with so many amazing and powerful women poets in this important anthology of poems published by Sable Books. Please consider purchasing one of these beautifully printed books or request it at your local library. All proceeds will be directed to the […]

What is "previously published" and where can I submit reprints?

The article “What Is Considered Previously Published Writing?” on Writer’s Relief does a great job explaining all the nuances of determining if your work should be considered previously published. For example, is the original publisher still online? Is the issue out of print? Do blogs and social networking posts […]

Nominate your favorite poetry/writing site for Writer's Digest's "101 Best Websites for Writers"–DEADLINE: Dec. 1, 2016

Each year Writer’s Digest publishes a list of “101 Best Websites for Writers.” You can download the PDF of the 2015 list here. “We've extensively vetted the best of the best online hubs, visiting every one of the endless stream of reader nominations we've received over the past year, […]

3 FREE Contests, $10 – $100 Cash Prizes – Wax Poetry & Art, 1st DEADLINE: Nov. 30, 2016

Poets, don’t miss this opportunity to submit your poetry to Wax Poetry and Art! They are running 3 FREE contests between now and March 2017. The first is open to all poets with no theme with a deadline of Nov. 30, 2016. The second is restricted to poets […]

3 FREE Contests, $10 – $100 Cash Prizes – Wax Poetry & Art, 1st DEADLINE: Nov. 30, 2016

Poets, don’t miss this opportunity to submit your poetry to Wax Poetry and Art! They are running 3 FREE contests between now and March 2017. The first is open to all poets with no theme with a deadline of Nov. 30, 2016. The second is restricted to poets […]

NO FEE Submission Call, erasure theme – Oxford Poetry, DEADLINE: Nov. 30, 2016

“Oxford Poetry is over 100 years old. It is probably the oldest dedicated poetry magazine in the world today. The magazine was started in 1910 by Oxford undergraduates and published by Basil Blackwell. Previous editors have included Aldous Huxley, Siegfried Sassoon, W.H. Auden, Louis MacNeice, Kingsley Amis, Geoffrey […]

What do poets and writers need to know about copyrights?

Check out this brief and easy-to-read article on Poets&Writers about copyright and how it applies to your writing. Key copyright terms are defined for quick reference, including: Electronic Rights Exclusive Rights First North American Serial Rights (FNASR) First Serial Rights Internet Rights Reprint Rights, and more The article […]

Poetry and Memoir–guest blog post by Michele Leavitt

I write in both genres, and have often wondered what impels me toward each type of expression. Time lapse is one element that seems to convince me that a subject should find its place in a poem: if a specific, momentary observation moves me, that seems less appropriate […]

NO FEE Submission call & editor interview–Wildness, DEADLINE: Dec. 4, 2016

WILDNESS is an online literary journal that seeks to promote contemporary fiction, poetry and non-fiction that evokes the unknown. Founded in 2015, each thoughtfully compiled issue strives to unearth the works of both established and up-and-coming writers and artists. I have to say, I’ve always been intrigued and enjoyed […]