Prime 53 Poem Summer Challenge A project of Prime Number Magazine (see other related projects). About This is a free contest to celebrate a poetry form invented in 2019 by Press 53 poetry editor Christopher Forrest and publish & editor in chief Kevin Morgan Watson: the Prime 53 poem. No Fees! This contest does not charge mandatory fees. Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2020 Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Unknown AI policy Statistics Synopsis FasterPrime 53 Poem Summer Challenge's overall average response time is faster than most contests. Poetry Temp Closed Dates:Will be open to submissions from 01 June 2027 12:00 AM EDT (in 258 days) through 31 July 2027.Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: Exactly 11 lines.Poetry Forms:Other form.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Winner's Prize:No monetary payment No monetary payment.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 Facebook Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) Subscribe For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Prime 53 Poem Summer Challenge 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 3 reports from 3 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 32 min | 50.0 mean avg | 57.0 median | 61 max days (15.7 std dev) Pending 2 responses are pending (51 min | 74.0 mean avg | 74.0 median | 97 max days waiting | 32.5 std dev) from 2 different members This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information Most recent response reported was received on 31 Aug 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 30 Jul 2026. Date compiled: 15 Sep 2026 04:47 UTC (4 hours, 14 minutes ago). View report of recent responses from this project 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 Projects53-Word Story ContestEverywhere Stories: Short Fiction from a Small Planet CLOSEDPress 53 Award for Poetry Charges fees for all submissionsThe Press 53 Award for Short Fiction Charges fees for all submissionsPrime Number MagazinePrime Number Magazine Awards for Poetry & Short Fiction Charges fees for all submissionsPrime Number Magazine Flash Fiction Prize CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsSurreal South Anthology Series 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: 08 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