Glenville State University’s Little Kanawha Reading Series is proud to announce its inaugural Chapbook Contest. The organizer invites poets and prose writers to submit works that celebrate and explore the rich cultural tapestry of Appalachia.
The contest is open to poetry and prose submissions.
Submissions must embody at least one of the following Appalachian literary features:
- Strong sense of place and connection to the Appalachian landscape
- Exploration of Appalachian voice
- Exploration of Appalachian folklore, myths, or legends
- Themes of Appalachian family, community, and/or cultural heritage
- Exploration of Appalachian rural life and traditions
The winning manuscript will be selected within three to four months after the reading period closes.
