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2-Day Poem Contest

This annual contest challenges you to write an original poem in 48 hours — with only one catch. The final poem must include ten words provided by CV2 Contemporary Verse 2 - The Canadian Journal of Poetry and Critical Writing. These words are released at midnight CDT on Friday April …

2019 Peach Gold in Poetry submission deadline

Dorothea Lasky is the guest judge for the 2019 Peach Gold in Poetry competition. The winning gold medal poem receives $500 + publication, silver receives $100 + publication and bronze receives $50 + publication. Learn more here.

Main Library Poetry Circle: Refugee Poetry

Joel D. Valdez Main Library Joel D. Valdez Main Library, 101 N Stone Ave, Tucson, AZ

Join the University of Arizona Poetry Center for monthly poetry discussions, led by docents from the UA Poetry Center. The event is free, and no preparation or knowledge of poetry is necessary. Everyone is welcome to attend as the group reads from favorite poets, learns about new poets and shares …

Narrative Poetry Workshop (online)

Immerse yourself in the art of narrative poetry writing in this live online virtual workshop with Kathryn Mockler, writer, professor, Publisher of The Rusty Toque and Canada Editor of Joyland: a hub for short fiction. Participants will read, discuss, and write contemporary narrative poetry. Topics include novels-in-verse, prose poetry, list …

Poetry In Voice / Les voix de la poesie National Finals

Winnipeg Winnipeg, Manitoba

Poetry In Voice/Les voix de la poésie is a charitable organization that encourages Canadian students to fall in love with poetry through reading, writing, and recitation.  The 24 top-scoring students from the Online Semifinals and their teachers win a spot at the National Finals, plus travel and accommodation. The highlight …