Dryden-Vreeland Book Prize A project of Gunpowder Press (see other related projects). About Educators (current or retired) are encouraged to submit a full-length poetry manuscript for the Dryden/Vreeland Poetry Prize. Your poems need not focus on schools or teaching. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is USD $20 (average for contests). Limited Demographic: Submissions are restricted to educators (current or retired). Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2023 Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationUnknown contest frequency AI Policy Unknown AI policy Statistics Synopsis Slower Dryden-Vreeland Book Prize's overall average response time is slower than most contests. Poetry Temp Closed Dates:Will be open to submissions from 01 May 2027* (approx. 224 days from now) through 30 August 2027.Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poetry Collection: 48 - 100 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 payment (US$5-49 per poem) Provides free copy/copies Semi-pro payment. Provides free copy/copies. Details: USD $1,000.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT 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.* We do not know the time and/or timezone, so we cannot be more precise. Submit early to avoid disappointment. Go to contest webpage Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Bluesky @gunpowderpress.bsky.socialFacebook FacebookInstagram @gunpowderpress Support this Publisher: Make a Donation For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Dryden-Vreeland Book 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 related projects Accuracy We have received 4 reports from 4 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 108 min | 124.5 mean avg | 121.0 median | 148 max days (19.9 std dev) Other Information Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 11 Jan 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 31 Aug 2025. Date compiled: 18 Sep 2026 14:04 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 ProjectsAlta California Chapbook Prize DNQ Charges fees for all submissionsAnacapa Review Charges fees for all submissionsBarry Spacks Poetry Prize Charges fees for all submissionsJohn Ridland Poetry Prize Charges fees for all submissionsWomen in a Golden State 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: 23 Aug 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