McCord Memorial Library’s Poetry Contest

Rules

Submit your poetry to mccordmemorial@gmail.com or in person

RULES:

  • Poems must be sent to mccordmemorial@gmail.com by deadline
  • Emailed poems must be submitted as .doc, .docx, or .pdf
  • Poems submitted in person MUST BE TYPED no handwritten poems will be accepted
  • Poetry can be written in any poetic style and on any subject.
  • A poem in its entirety must be an original work by the person entering the contest.
  • Up to 2 poems per person permitted.
  • Poems will be judged by age group
  • Poems containing language that is vulgar, offensive, or inappropriate will not be accepted.
  • Put contact details in email submission.

By entering this contest you agree to allow McCord Library to publish your poems in the Books ‘n Banter and online (library website & social media)

You many submit poems anonymously but no prizes will be distributed to you if you win

2024

Past poetry contests

May 1 – 31 all are welcome to vote on entries in person or online

In June Books ‘n Banter winners in each category will be announced