Emma Press Illness Poems Anthology A project of The Emma Press (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (August 2018). We provide the following information as an archive. About From symptoms that surge and recede, to life-altering conditions that completely floor you – this anthology seeks responses on the topic of illness. From representations in popular culture, to personal experiences, illness can be both visible and invisible, chronic and curable. Some disabilities are hidden, some must be performed for political purposes, and some have changed lives and relationships irreparably. We are looking to express the experience of illness right across the spectrum, and are keen to uncover invisible symptoms, as well as unravel the stigma of mental illness. From auto-immune diseases, to chronic pain, to consecutive bed days, it’s time to talk about what being sick really means. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions, and they do not offer monetary payment for accepted submissions. (Note: About 10% of anthologies always charge fees.) Country of Publication & Year Established United Kingdom Established in 2018 Publication Medium & Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication Poetry Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: Up to 65 lines; Up to 3 pieces.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Health/Medicine: Illness. Other: See guidelines.Payment:No monetary payment No monetary payment.Submissions:Method: Electronic submissions. Reprints: Reprints are allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.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) Emma Press Illness Poems Anthology 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 ProjectsAnthology of Dance CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsEmma Press Gothic Poems Anthology CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsEmma Press Insect Poems for Children Anthology CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsThe Emma Press Poems About Age Anthology CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsThe Emma Press Charges fees for all submissionsHomesickness and Exile Anthology CLOSEDMotherhood and Fatherhood Anthologies CLOSEDPoems about Myths and Legends for Children CLOSED Charges fees for all submissions 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