2011 NEW WOMEN’S VOICES CHAPBOOK COMPETITION
A prize of $1,000 and publication for a chapbook-length poetry collection. Open to women who have never before published a full-length poetry collection. Previous chapbook publication does not disqualify. International entries are welcome. Multiple submissions are accepted. Final judge to be announced. All entries will be considered for publication. The top-ten finalists will be offered publication. Submit up to 26 pages of poetry, PLUS bio, acknowledgments, SASE and cover letter with a $15 entry fee (pay by check, money order or pay online to pay using your credit card at http://finishinglinepress.com/submissionguidelines.htm)
Deadline: Feb. 15, 2011
Finishing Line Press
P O Box 1626
Georgetown, KY 40324
All manuscripts are selected by editorial process. Response time is 3-6 months.
A self-addressed, stamped envelope (SASE) with the correct postage must accompany all manuscripts. A SASE is needed for any kind of response, even if the writer does not want the material returned.
A good photocopy of the manuscript or a computer printout, rather than the original, should be sent. Finishing Line Press is not responsible for lost manuscripts.
More information here.
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