Edwin Markham Prize for Poetry A project of Reed Magazine (see other related projects). About The Edwin Markham Prize honors outstanding works of poetry. Our taste is eclectic and celebrates the wonderful diversity of forms, styles, and levels of diction available to the contemporary poet. The judge changes from year to year. Past judges have included Brenda Hillman, Kim Addonizio, and Al Young. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee range is USD $20 to $25 (average to above average for contests). Want more insight into the affiliated editors' preferences? Read our interview with the editor(s) of Reed Magazine. Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Human-created work preferred, but limited AI use may be permitted in some circumstances (see their site for details) Statistics Synopsis Slower Edwin Markham Prize for Poetry's overall average response time is slower than most contests. More ApproachableEdwin Markham Prize for Poetry's overall acceptance rate is higher than most contests. More ResponsiveEdwin Markham Prize for Poetry's overall rate of non-response is lower than most contests. Poetry Open Fee-based Dates:Open to poetry submissions through 01 October 2026* (approx. 24 days from now).4Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: No line limits known; Up to 5 pieces.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Other: May vary.Winner's Prize:Professional payment (US$50 or more per poem) Professional payment. Details: USD $1,000 for winning poem.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.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.* 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 @reedmagazine.bsky.socialFacebook FacebookInstagram @reedmagazine Support this Publisher: Make a Donation Purchase Issue(s) For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Edwin Markham Prize for Poetry 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 11 reports from 10 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 44 min | 128.3 mean avg | 108.0 median | 192 max days (59.6 std dev) Responses 81.82 % Acceptances: 9.09 % of submissions accepted (108.0 avg. days per acceptance) | 10.00 % of submitters accepted Rejections are often underreported, which skews the statistics in favor of acceptances. Most publishers have a lower acceptance rate than indicated here. Rejections: 72.73 % (151.2 avg. days per rejection) | 0.0 % personal, 75.0 % form, 25.0 % unspecified Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals 18.18 % (55.0 avg. days per withdrawal) Pending 3 responses are pending (0 min | 55.0 mean avg | 56.0 median | 109 max days waiting | 1,250.7 std dev) from 3 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 $20.00. Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 12 Dec 2025. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 29 Sep 2025. Date compiled: 07 Sep 2026 19:13 UTC (8 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 ProjectsGabriele Rico Challenge for Nonfiction Charges fees for all submissionsJohn Steinbeck Award for Fiction Charges fees for all submissionsMary Blair Award for Art Charges fees for all submissionsReed Magazine 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. 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