Kathryn A. Morton Prize in Poetry A project of Sarabande Books (see other related projects). About The Kathryn A. Morton Prize in Poetry includes a cash award, publication of a full-length collection of poetry, and a standard royalty contract. Kathryn A. Morton was a published author and devotee of fine literature, especially poetry. She received a B.A. from Wellesley College and an M.A. from Stanford University, where she studied with Yvor Winters. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is USD $34 (above average for contests). Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Unknown AI policy Statistics Synopsis Slower Kathryn A. Morton Prize in Poetry's overall average response time is slower than most contests. More ChallengingKathryn A. Morton Prize in Poetry's overall acceptance rate is lower than most contests. More ResponsiveKathryn A. Morton Prize in Poetry's overall rate of non-response is lower than most contests. Poetry Temp Closed Dates:Will be open to submissions from 01 January 2027* (approx. 107 days from now) through 15 February 2027.6Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poetry Collection: 48 pages or more.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Winner's Prize:Professional advance (US$2000 or more) + < 15% royalties Professional advance. < 15% royalties. Details: USD $2,000 for winner, plus a "standard" royalty contract.Submissions:Methods: Submittable submission manager. Postal. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Multiple entries: Multiple entries are NOT allowed.Media: Text. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. 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Filter: Category: Group by submission Include outliers Include related projects Accuracy We have received 41 reports from 41 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 1 min | 141.5 mean avg | 136.0 median | 176 max days (38.7 std dev) Responses 90.24 % Acceptances: 0.00 % No publication has a 0% acceptance rate. This data is based on submission reports sent to Duotrope, and we have not received reports of any acceptances yet. Rejections: 90.24 % (145.4 avg. days per rejection) | 2.7 % personal, 59.5 % form, 37.8 % unspecified Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals 9.76 % (34.0 avg. days per withdrawal) Pending 1 response is pending (51 days waiting). 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 $34.00. Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 28 Jun 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 19 Feb 2026. Date compiled: 15 Sep 2026 03:50 UTC (5 hours, 28 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 ProjectsMary McCarthy Prize in Short Fiction Charges fees for all submissionsSarabande Books Charges fees for all submissionsSarabande Chapbook Prize Charges fees for all submissionsThe Sarabande Prize in the Essay Charges fees for all submissions Before SubmittingWe cannot guarantee that the information on this page is correct. 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