Chiron Review’s 2026 Annual Poetry Contest · Submissions open October 10, 2026 · Prizes, rules & how to enter →

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Chiron Review’s 2026 Annual Poetry Contest

Submissions openOctober 10, 2026
DeadlineFebruary 11, 2027
Winners announcedMarch 13, 2027

Awards

1st Prize
$100

A Chiron Review Press chapbook of your work, and a one-year subscription to Chiron Review (print or digital).

2nd Prize
$50

A four-page feature in the next quarterly issue, and a one-year subscription to Chiron Review (print or digital).

3rd Prize
$25

A two-page feature in the next quarterly issue, and a one-year subscription to Chiron Review (print or digital).

Rules

  1. The entry fee is $5 per poem, up to four poems. Venmo or Zelle preferred.
  2. Include your name, phone number and mailing address with your submission.
  3. Any subject, style or length is acceptable. No taboos.
  4. Work must be new and unseen. Previously published or simultaneous submissions will not be considered.
  5. The contest is open October 10, 2026 to February 11, 2027. Winners will be announced March 13, 2027.
  6. E-mail your poems (four maximum) and full contact information using the button below.
  7. The contest is open to all poets.
Payment details will be posted here shortly.

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