Misfit Poems Prize

Fronter Poetry is open to new and emerging writers (poets with no more than one full-length work of poetry previously published or forthcoming at the time of submission).

Submissions are open internationally, to any poet writing in English. Inclusion of other languages is welcome, as long as the poem is primarily written in English.

The first place winner will receive $2,000 and publication. Second- and third-place winners will receive $300 and $200 respectively, as well as publication.

Editorial Feedback Option:
This option costs $59 and will provide you with two pages of detailed and actionable feedback on a poem of your choice from your packet, including suggestions for future submissions.

FAQ
If you are curious how writing competitions work, or it’s your first time entering one, we recommend reading our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page first.

ProWritingAid
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