After the End Poetry Competition A project of After the End Project Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (May 2026). We provide the following information as an archive. We list other projects with similar titles. Please check that you report any submissions under the correct listing. About Poems should engage with the concept of "after the end," exploring the temporal, ethical, social, or emotional dimensions of endings. Submissions may draw on personal, historical, or global events, reflect on lived experiences, or experiment with form and perspective. There are no restrictions on style or genre. We encourage innovative, reflective, and boundary-pushing poetry that amplifies underrepresented voices and perspectives. No Fees! This contest does not charge mandatory fees. Country of Publication & Year Established United Kingdom Established in 2024 Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Unknown AI policy Poetry Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: Up to 40 lines.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Society/Culture: See guidelines. Other: See guidelines.Winner's Prize:Professional payment (US$50 or more per poem) Professional payment. Details: GBP £200 winning prize.Submissions:Method: Online form. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.Multiple entries: Unknown.Media: Text. Video. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary. Go to contest webpage Report: Correction/Update After the End Poetry Competition 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 outliers Accuracy We have received 9 reports from 9 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 68 min | 147.1 mean avg | 150.0 median | 246 max days (62.2 std dev) Pending 2 responses are pending (291 min | 291.5 mean avg | 291.5 median | 292 max days waiting | 0.7 std dev) from 2 different members This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information Most recent response reported was received on 07 Mar 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 29 Nov 2025. Date compiled: 17 Sep 2026 23:39 UTC (less than a minute 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! 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: 26 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