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Perugia Press’s annual prize is open for submissions thru 11/15 (JUST A FEW MORE DAYS) for what will be our 30th collection. Open to women poets, inclusive of gender-expansive identities, who have not published more than one full-length collection. Info in bio. We look forward to reading your work!
November 12, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Perugia Press’s annual prize is open for submissions thru 11/15 (JUST A FEW MORE DAYS) for what will be our 30th collection. Open to women poets, inclusive of gender-expansive identities, who have not published more than one full-length collection. Info in bio. We look forward to reading your work!
22 Ways to Grow Your Author Email List
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22 Ways to Grow Your Author Email List
Discover clever ways authors promote their newsletters, from reader magnets and giveaways to cross-promotions and website optimization tips.
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November 14, 2025 at 4:04 PM
22 Ways to Grow Your Author Email List
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Today and tomorrow are Indie Author Day. "Each year, libraries and organizations around the world bring local indie authors, writers, and their communities together for a day of education, networking, writing, open mics, live panels, and so much more!" Register free at
https://indieauthorday.com/
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November 14, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Today and tomorrow are Indie Author Day. "Each year, libraries and organizations around the world bring local indie authors, writers, and their communities together for a day of education, networking, writing, open mics, live panels, and so much more!" Register free at
https://indieauthorday.com/
https://indieauthorday.com/
Deadline Nov 23: The Flash Challenge sponsored by The Masters Review
Emerging writers may submit unpublished fiction and creative nonfiction up to 1,000 words to win $1,000 and online publication. Fee: $15 for 1-2 pieces.
https://mastersreview.com/flash-challenge/
Emerging writers may submit unpublished fiction and creative nonfiction up to 1,000 words to win $1,000 and online publication. Fee: $15 for 1-2 pieces.
https://mastersreview.com/flash-challenge/
November 13, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Deadline Nov 23: The Flash Challenge sponsored by The Masters Review
Emerging writers may submit unpublished fiction and creative nonfiction up to 1,000 words to win $1,000 and online publication. Fee: $15 for 1-2 pieces.
https://mastersreview.com/flash-challenge/
Emerging writers may submit unpublished fiction and creative nonfiction up to 1,000 words to win $1,000 and online publication. Fee: $15 for 1-2 pieces.
https://mastersreview.com/flash-challenge/
Deadline Dec 14: Uncharted Magazine Novel Excerpt Prize
Submit 5,000 words or fewer from your unpublished novel in progress. 3 winners will each receive $1,000 & pub. Fee: $20.
https://www.unchartedmag.com/uncharted-magazine-novel-excerpt-prize-judged-by-rachel-howzell-hall-3000-awarded/
Submit 5,000 words or fewer from your unpublished novel in progress. 3 winners will each receive $1,000 & pub. Fee: $20.
https://www.unchartedmag.com/uncharted-magazine-novel-excerpt-prize-judged-by-rachel-howzell-hall-3000-awarded/
November 13, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Deadline Dec 14: Uncharted Magazine Novel Excerpt Prize
Submit 5,000 words or fewer from your unpublished novel in progress. 3 winners will each receive $1,000 & pub. Fee: $20.
https://www.unchartedmag.com/uncharted-magazine-novel-excerpt-prize-judged-by-rachel-howzell-hall-3000-awarded/
Submit 5,000 words or fewer from your unpublished novel in progress. 3 winners will each receive $1,000 & pub. Fee: $20.
https://www.unchartedmag.com/uncharted-magazine-novel-excerpt-prize-judged-by-rachel-howzell-hall-3000-awarded/
"The Last Sea Cow's Testimony", a poem by Brandon Kilbourne
https://poems.com/poem/the-last-sea-cows-testimony/
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November 13, 2025 at 2:01 AM
"The Last Sea Cow's Testimony", a poem by Brandon Kilbourne
https://poems.com/poem/the-last-sea-cows-testimony/
via @poetrydaily.bsky.social and @graywolfpress.bsky.social
https://poems.com/poem/the-last-sea-cows-testimony/
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Sponsored > Deadline Dec 31: Lilith's Annual Fiction Contest; no fee, submit a story up to 3,000 words to win $300 and publication. *Please include full contact info on your ms.* "We especially like fresh fiction with feminist and Jewish nuance..."
https://lilith.org/contact/writing-for-lilith/
https://lilith.org/contact/writing-for-lilith/
November 12, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Sponsored > Deadline Dec 31: Lilith's Annual Fiction Contest; no fee, submit a story up to 3,000 words to win $300 and publication. *Please include full contact info on your ms.* "We especially like fresh fiction with feminist and Jewish nuance..."
https://lilith.org/contact/writing-for-lilith/
https://lilith.org/contact/writing-for-lilith/
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The Wishing Jewel Prize for Poetic Innovation, from Green Linden Press, awards $1000 & book publication to an unpublished collection that questions boundaries, form, or mode while engaging the rich possibilities of lyrical expression. $25 fee. Deadline: Nov 30.
#PoetryContest #CallForManuscripts
#PoetryContest #CallForManuscripts
Call for Manuscripts: The Wishing Jewel Prize for Poetic Innovation
Submit innovative poetry manuscripts for the Wishing Jewel Prize. $1000 award + publication. Deadline: November 30. Open reading period.
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November 11, 2025 at 8:00 PM
The Wishing Jewel Prize for Poetic Innovation, from Green Linden Press, awards $1000 & book publication to an unpublished collection that questions boundaries, form, or mode while engaging the rich possibilities of lyrical expression. $25 fee. Deadline: Nov 30.
#PoetryContest #CallForManuscripts
#PoetryContest #CallForManuscripts
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Writer Beware is always looking to hear about stuff like this beware@sfwa.org
There’s another wave of author impersonators offering consultations/mentoring for a price. (I got one from “Claire Keegan” telling me I’m very promising!) I’m sure you are great, but I didn’t email to tell you how swell you are. Here’s info on book scams: www.penguinrandomhouse.com/prh-fraud/
November 11, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Writer Beware is always looking to hear about stuff like this beware@sfwa.org
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Deadline this Saturday!
The Helena Whitehill Book Award includes a cash award of $1,000 in addition to publication by Tupelo Press, a book launch, national and international distribution, and a one-week residence at Gentle House on the Olympic Peninsula.
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The Helena Whitehill Book Award includes a cash award of $1,000 in addition to publication by Tupelo Press, a book launch, national and international distribution, and a one-week residence at Gentle House on the Olympic Peninsula.
tupelopress.org/the-helena-w...
November 11, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Deadline this Saturday!
The Helena Whitehill Book Award includes a cash award of $1,000 in addition to publication by Tupelo Press, a book launch, national and international distribution, and a one-week residence at Gentle House on the Olympic Peninsula.
tupelopress.org/the-helena-w...
The Helena Whitehill Book Award includes a cash award of $1,000 in addition to publication by Tupelo Press, a book launch, national and international distribution, and a one-week residence at Gentle House on the Olympic Peninsula.
tupelopress.org/the-helena-w...
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Time is almost up! Omnidawn's Fabulist Fiction Contest closes to entries on November 16! $30 fee. Winner receives $1,000, book publication, & 20 copies. Judge is Arria Deepwater.
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Announcing Omnidawn's Fabulist Fiction Contest
Omnidawn is pleased to announce their Fabulist Fiction Contest has returned in 2025! Open to book-length manuscripts through November 16.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Time is almost up! Omnidawn's Fabulist Fiction Contest closes to entries on November 16! $30 fee. Winner receives $1,000, book publication, & 20 copies. Judge is Arria Deepwater.
#writers #WritingContest @omnidawn.bksy.social
#writers #WritingContest @omnidawn.bksy.social
"McVay" and "Thersites" by T.P. Perrin, second prize in our 2005 War Poetry Contest
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November 12, 2025 at 2:00 AM
"McVay" and "Thersites" by T.P. Perrin, second prize in our 2005 War Poetry Contest
https://winningwriters.com/past-winning-entries/mcvay-thersites
https://winningwriters.com/past-winning-entries/mcvay-thersites
Sponsored > Novel-In-Progress Bookcamp & Writing Retreat
June 21 - 27, 2026
3 Immersive Programs
2 Exciting Tracks
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June 21 - 27, 2026
3 Immersive Programs
2 Exciting Tracks
1 Incredible Week
Learn more at https://novelbookcamp.org/ or email our director, Dave Rank, at director@novelbookcamp.org.
November 11, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Sponsored > Novel-In-Progress Bookcamp & Writing Retreat
June 21 - 27, 2026
3 Immersive Programs
2 Exciting Tracks
1 Incredible Week
Learn more at https://novelbookcamp.org/ or email our director, Dave Rank, at director@novelbookcamp.org.
June 21 - 27, 2026
3 Immersive Programs
2 Exciting Tracks
1 Incredible Week
Learn more at https://novelbookcamp.org/ or email our director, Dave Rank, at director@novelbookcamp.org.
"The Song of Iraq" by Rob Cook, second prize in our 2004 War Poetry Contest
https://winningwriters.com/past-winning-entries/the-song-of-iraq
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November 11, 2025 at 12:02 PM
"The Song of Iraq" by Rob Cook, second prize in our 2004 War Poetry Contest
https://winningwriters.com/past-winning-entries/the-song-of-iraq
https://winningwriters.com/past-winning-entries/the-song-of-iraq
The Literary Arts Fund intends to distribute at least $50 million over the next five years. Grants are for literary arts nonprofits based in the US. Applications open today and are due by Dec 19. Register now for a Nov 13 information session.
https://literaryartsfund.org/grants/
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Grants | Literary Arts Fund
The Literary Arts Fund offers two grant opportunities for U.S.-based literary arts nonprofits: general operating and innovation project grants.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:04 PM
The Literary Arts Fund intends to distribute at least $50 million over the next five years. Grants are for literary arts nonprofits based in the US. Applications open today and are due by Dec 19. Register now for a Nov 13 information session.
https://literaryartsfund.org/grants/
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How to Format a Poetry Book
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Poetry Formatting: How to Format a Poetry Book
Discover key poetry book formatting tips and tricks with BookBaby's guide for first-time authors. Perfect your poetry book's presentation and layout.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:02 PM
How to Format a Poetry Book
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"Snipe", a poem by Matthew Gellman
https://poems.com/poem/snipe/
via @poetrydaily.bsky.social and BOA Editions
https://poems.com/poem/snipe/
via @poetrydaily.bsky.social and BOA Editions
November 10, 2025 at 2:00 AM
"Snipe", a poem by Matthew Gellman
https://poems.com/poem/snipe/
via @poetrydaily.bsky.social and BOA Editions
https://poems.com/poem/snipe/
via @poetrydaily.bsky.social and BOA Editions
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“S.S. City of Benares”, by George Sutherland Fraser (1915–1980), born #OTD, 8 November.
On 18 September 1940, at one minute past midnight, the SS CITY OF BENARES was torpedoed in the Atlantic. Of 134 passengers, 90 were child refugees bound for Canada. Only 13 children survived.
#BookWormSat
On 18 September 1940, at one minute past midnight, the SS CITY OF BENARES was torpedoed in the Atlantic. Of 134 passengers, 90 were child refugees bound for Canada. Only 13 children survived.
#BookWormSat
November 8, 2025 at 6:12 PM
“S.S. City of Benares”, by George Sutherland Fraser (1915–1980), born #OTD, 8 November.
On 18 September 1940, at one minute past midnight, the SS CITY OF BENARES was torpedoed in the Atlantic. Of 134 passengers, 90 were child refugees bound for Canada. Only 13 children survived.
#BookWormSat
On 18 September 1940, at one minute past midnight, the SS CITY OF BENARES was torpedoed in the Atlantic. Of 134 passengers, 90 were child refugees bound for Canada. Only 13 children survived.
#BookWormSat
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November 8, 2025 at 4:38 AM
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forced to face a hungry, hot stare,
we felt them close and thought, we are like this …
—Katherine Barrett Swett
we felt them close and thought, we are like this …
—Katherine Barrett Swett
Central Park Zoo, 1970 by Katherine Barrett Swett - Rattle: Poetry
Back in the old zoo—the place the child
of New York’s Parks commissioner once called
Sing-Sing for beasts, where elephants and wild
cats, bears and rhinos were all jailed,
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November 8, 2025 at 5:34 PM
forced to face a hungry, hot stare,
we felt them close and thought, we are like this …
—Katherine Barrett Swett
we felt them close and thought, we are like this …
—Katherine Barrett Swett
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21 Notable Writing Conferences and Workshops in November 2025. #writingtips #amwriting #publishing #writing #pubtip #WritingCommunity #MondayBlogs publishedtodeath.blogspot.com/2025/10/21-n...
21 Notable Writing Conferences and Workshops in November 2025
This November there are more than a dozen writing conferences and workshops. Some conferences and workshops will be held online, but most wi...
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November 9, 2025 at 12:48 PM
21 Notable Writing Conferences and Workshops in November 2025. #writingtips #amwriting #publishing #writing #pubtip #WritingCommunity #MondayBlogs publishedtodeath.blogspot.com/2025/10/21-n...
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Housed in the trunk of a car, AUTO Books travels throughout Los Angeles, bringing art, photography, and poetry books to readers across the city. “…being mobile allows us to…[reach] new audiences without being tied to a fixed location,” says co-owner/curator Sarah Taylor-Winch. at.pw.org/AUTOBooks
November 9, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Housed in the trunk of a car, AUTO Books travels throughout Los Angeles, bringing art, photography, and poetry books to readers across the city. “…being mobile allows us to…[reach] new audiences without being tied to a fixed location,” says co-owner/curator Sarah Taylor-Winch. at.pw.org/AUTOBooks
The Poetry E-Book Free-For-All
Submit your poetry e-book to Poetry Super Highway throughout the month of November. Then, for 24 hours on December 1st, anyone can download, for free, as many of these e-books as they like.
https://www.poetrysuperhighway.com/psh/great-poetry-e-book-free/
Submit your poetry e-book to Poetry Super Highway throughout the month of November. Then, for 24 hours on December 1st, anyone can download, for free, as many of these e-books as they like.
https://www.poetrysuperhighway.com/psh/great-poetry-e-book-free/
The 20th Annual Poetry E-Book Free-For-All
Download unlimited free poetry e-books for 24 hours on December 1st. Join in with your poetry e-book!
www.poetrysuperhighway.com
November 9, 2025 at 4:01 PM
The Poetry E-Book Free-For-All
Submit your poetry e-book to Poetry Super Highway throughout the month of November. Then, for 24 hours on December 1st, anyone can download, for free, as many of these e-books as they like.
https://www.poetrysuperhighway.com/psh/great-poetry-e-book-free/
Submit your poetry e-book to Poetry Super Highway throughout the month of November. Then, for 24 hours on December 1st, anyone can download, for free, as many of these e-books as they like.
https://www.poetrysuperhighway.com/psh/great-poetry-e-book-free/
Deadline Dec 1: Writer’s Digest Poetry Awards
Submit unpublished poems up to 32 lines and chapbooks up to 25 pages to win $1,000, publication, and additional benefits. Many smaller prizes. Fees: $25-$40.
https://www.writersdigest.com/writers-digest-competitions/poetry-awards
Submit unpublished poems up to 32 lines and chapbooks up to 25 pages to win $1,000, publication, and additional benefits. Many smaller prizes. Fees: $25-$40.
https://www.writersdigest.com/writers-digest-competitions/poetry-awards
November 8, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Deadline Dec 1: Writer’s Digest Poetry Awards
Submit unpublished poems up to 32 lines and chapbooks up to 25 pages to win $1,000, publication, and additional benefits. Many smaller prizes. Fees: $25-$40.
https://www.writersdigest.com/writers-digest-competitions/poetry-awards
Submit unpublished poems up to 32 lines and chapbooks up to 25 pages to win $1,000, publication, and additional benefits. Many smaller prizes. Fees: $25-$40.
https://www.writersdigest.com/writers-digest-competitions/poetry-awards