Local Gems NaPoWriMo Poetry Chapbook Contest

A project of Local Gems Poetry Press (see other related projects).

Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions. We provide the following information as an archive.

About

In honor of National Poetry Writing Month (NaPoWriMo) Local Gems Press is pleased to announce the introduction of our NaPoWriMo Chapbook contest. 30 poems in 30 days. A poem a day for April. All participants will take part in the NaPoWriMo) Challenge of 30 poems in 30 days--all poems must be at least loosely related to a specific theme (the theme will be chosen by the participant.)

Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions.

Country of Publication

United States

Publication Medium & Contest Frequency

Print Publication Print Publication: One-time contest

Poetry Closed

Audience:

Unknown

Genres:

General

Lengths:

Poetry Chapbook: 30 - 64 pages.

Poetry Forms:

Open to all/most Forms.

Styles:

Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.

Topics:

None found.

Winner's Prize:

Token advance (under US$200) + No royalties Token advance (under US$200). No royalties.
Note: We list broad pay categories rather than prize specifics. Check with the publisher for details.

Submissions:

Method: Electronic submissions.
Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.
Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.
Multiple entries: Multiple entries are NOT allowed.
Media: Text.

Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary.

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Dates

Last Updated: 22 May 2026