Deranged A project of Pankhearst (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions. We provide the following information as an archive. About Women – and women of a creative disposition, especially – are often described as many things. Hysterical. Moody. Unstable. The most recent thing we’ve had levelled at us – for you know, having opinions – is that we are Deranged. This was applied to poets in particular – or should that be “poetesses”? (No, no it shouldn’t be, because that word is ridiculous.) We are not going into the origin of the #derangedpoetess Twitter debacle – that one dismissive comment doesn’t deserve to be publicised any further (google it if you care). But it did lead to a former Slim Volume contributor wondering publicly which indie press was going to come up with an anthology inspired by the phrase. Rachel Nix and I (Kate Garrett) jumped at the chance. So we want you to submit your work to our new poetry anthology, Deranged. Country of Publication United States Publication Media & Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationOne-time publicationPrint Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication Poetry Closed Deranged needs poetry about breaking rules, gender nonconformity, and/or women (cis or trans, we don’t care) in the arts who have done those things down the centuries.Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: No line limits known; Up to 6 pieces.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Sexuality/Gender: Women/Female issues. Other: See guidelines.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Electronic submissions. Reprints: Reprints are allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Multiple entries: Unknown.Media: Text. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary. Go to project webpage Report: Correction/Update Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) Deranged Submission Statistics The statistics in this section are compiled from submission reports sent to us through our submission tracker. They are not provided by the publication's editors/staff or by Duotrope's admins. Information in this section is updated a few times per day. Learn more about the statistics. This listing is inactive and does not have any submission reports for the past 12 months. Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related ProjectsAmerica is not the World CLOSEDFIRSTS CLOSEDLife During Wartime CLOSEDPankhearst Fresh/Fresh Featured CLOSEDPankhearst Singles Club CLOSEDSlim Volume CLOSEDTen Thirty One CLOSED MATURE Before SubmittingWe cannot guarantee that the information on this page is correct. It is not unusual for publications to evolve or close without notice. We do our best to keep up, but it isn't always possible. Duotrope listings do not imply endorsement or recommendation of the project being listed. Before submitting, you should use your own judgment to determine whether the project meets your standards.Always read the full guidelines provided by the publisher.Try to read at least one previous publication to get a better idea of what the editor would like to see.Unless the publisher's guidelines state otherwise, always use industry standard manuscript formatting.Be professional, patient, and persistent. DatesLast Updated: 22 May 2026 Cookie Consent: This site uses secure first-party cookies for essential, preference-setting, and statistical purposes. We do not use any marketing, advertising, or third-party cookies. Read our full cookie policy. Accept All Cookies Allow Essential Cookies Only