Arthur Smith Poetry Prize A project of Madville Publishing (see other related projects). About No about statement available. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is USD $25 (above average for contests). Country of Publication United States Publication Media & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationAwarded 1 x per yearPrint Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Unknown AI policy Poetry Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poetry Collection: 48 - 90 pages.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Winner's Prize:Semi-pro advance (US$200-1999) + Unknown royalties Provides free copy/copies Semi-pro advance. Unknown royalties. Provides free copy/copies. Details: USD $1,000 winner's prize.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. Reprints: Unknown.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Multiple entries: Multiple entries are allowed.Media: Text. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary. Go to contest webpage Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook FacebookInstagram @madvillepubLinkedIn LinkedInX (Twitter) @MadvillePub Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) Support on Patreon For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Arthur Smith Poetry Prize 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 Include related projects Accuracy We have received 2 reports from 2 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Pending 4 responses are pending (6 min | 47.0 mean avg | 39.5 median | 103 max days waiting | 1,359.3 std dev) from 4 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 $25.00. Most recent response reported was received on 20 Jan 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 31 Aug 2025. Date compiled: 07 Sep 2026 19:21 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! Related ProjectsBeing Home Anthology CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsDancehall Poetry Anthology CLOSEDFantastic Imaginary Creatures Anthology CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsMadville Publishing Blue Moon Novel Competition DNQ Charges fees for all submissionsMother Mary Anthology CLOSEDPlain Folk Anthology: Notes on American Folk Music CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsRunaway Stories Anthology CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsSigned, Sealed, Delivered: The Motown Poetry Revue Anthology CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsSticks & Bricks: Stories from the Wrong Side of Town CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsTaboos & Transgressions Anthology CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsWhite Winged Doves: A Stevie Nicks Poetry Anthology CLOSED 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: 01 Sep 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