Sunken Garden Chapbook Poetry Prize A project of Tupelo Press (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (September 2023). We provide the following information as an archive. About The Sunken Garden Poetry Prize is a prestigious national poetry prize for adult writers. Established in 2002, the Prize has drawn submissions from around the country that have been judged by renowned poets such as Martha Collins, Patricia Smith and Tony Hoagland. The winner receives a cash prize, an introductory reading at the Sunken Garden Poetry Festival, and publication of a chapbook. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2002 Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year Poetry Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poetry Chapbook: 20 - 36 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 advance (US$200-1999) + Unknown royalties Semi-pro advance (US$200-1999). Unknown royalties.Note: We list broad pay categories rather than prize specifics. Check with the publisher for details.Submissions:Methods: Submittable submission manager. Postal. 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. Go to contest webpage Report: Correction/Update Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) Make a Donation Sunken Garden Chapbook Poetry 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. This listing is inactive and does not have any submission reports for the past 12 months. Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Related ProjectsBerkshire Prize for a First or Second Book of Poetry Charges fees for all submissionsDorset Prize Charges fees for all submissionsThe Helena Whitehill Book Award Charges fees for all submissionsThe Last Milkweed Anthology CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsSnowbound Chapbook Award Charges fees for all submissionsTupelo Broadside Prizes DNQ Charges fees for all submissionsTupelo Press Charges fees for all submissionsTupelo QuarterlyTupelo Quarterly Poetry Open Prize Charges fees for all submissionsTupelo Quarterly Prose Open Contest DNQ Charges fees for all submissionsThe Writes of Spring Anthology DNQ 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: 22 May 2026 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