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Inverted Syntax’s Poetry Book Contests

Flyer for Inverted Syntax Press’s annual poetry book contests, offering publication, author copies, a writing retreat, and a $500 prize. Deadline: Aug 15.
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Deadline: August 15, 2025
Inverted Syntax is where the margins take center stage. Now accepting submissions for our annual poetry book contests: the Sublingua Prize (for debut collections by female-identifying writers) and the Aggrey & Tabbikha Prize (for first or second books by Black and/or S.W.A.N.A writers). Winners receive $500, publication, a retreat, and more. Fissured Tongue Vol. VII also open. View flyer for more information and submit here.

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