WORK Poetry Anthology A project of Sligo Creek Publishing (see other related projects). About What you do for a living. Why you like your job. What you hate about it. Why you got hired. Why you got canned. What work is doing to your body. What it’s doing to your head.None of this is to suggest that work only means working for a paycheck. Mothering, fathering, or caregiving is work, too—perhaps some of the hardest work of all. We interpret work broadly. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. (Note: About 11% of anthologies always charge fees.) The fee is USD $5 (average for anthologies that charge). Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2026 Publication Medium & Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationOne-time publication AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Statistics Synopsis FasterWORK's overall average response time is faster than most anthologies. Poetry Open Fee-based Deadline:31 October 2026* (approx. 45 days from now).4Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: No line limits known; Up to 3 pieces.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Other: See guidelines.Theme:Work (31 Oct 2026*)Payment:No monetary payment to Professional payment (US$50 or more per poem) Provides free copy/copies Pays occasionally, up to Professional payment. Provides free copy/copies. Details: USD $150 first place prize.Submissions:Method: Duosuma submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Multiple entries: Multiple entries are NOT allowed.Media: Text. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary.* We do not know the time and/or timezone, so we cannot be more precise. Submit early to avoid disappointment. Go to project webpage Submit through Duosuma Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook Facebook Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) For the Editor(s): Link to Duotrope WORK 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. Filter: Category: Group by submission Include related projects Accuracy We have received 3 reports from 3 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 0 min | 7.3 mean avg | 4.0 median | 18 max days (9.5 std dev) Pending 11 responses are pending (20 min | 69.6 mean avg | 68.0 median | 109 max days waiting | 32.9 std dev) from 11 different members This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information The most common submission fee paid: USD $5.00. Most recent response reported was received on 13 Jul 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 13 Jul 2026. Date compiled: 16 Sep 2026 14:31 UTC (7 hours, 3 minutes ago). Work submitted here was also submitted to...This section is available to subscribers only. Sign up and start your free trial today!Members accepted here also had work accepted by...This section is available to subscribers only. Become a member and start your free trial today! Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related ProjectsBearing Witness 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: 19 Jul 2026We check their guidelines for changes every four weeks, and we audit the listing twice a year. 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