The Patricia Dobler Poetry Award A project of Madwomen in the Attic (see other related projects). About Founded in 2007 and sponsored by Madwomen in the Attic, the Patricia Dobler Poetry Award was created to honor the work of women writers and the memory of the late Patricia Dobler, esteemed English professor at Carlow, distinguished poet, and former Madwomen director. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is USD $20 (average for contests). Limited Demographic: Submissions are restricted to women writers aged 40 and over who are United States citizens or permanent residents, currently living in the United States, who have not published a full-length book of poetry. Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2007 Publication Media & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationAwarded 1 x per yearPrint Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Unknown AI policy Statistics Synopsis Regular Speed The Patricia Dobler Poetry Award's overall average response time is within a normal range for contests. More ChallengingThe Patricia Dobler Poetry Award's overall acceptance rate is lower than most contests. More ResponsiveThe Patricia Dobler Poetry Award's overall rate of non-response is lower than most contests. Poetry Open Fee-based Dates:Open to poetry submissions through 31 October 2026 11:59 PM EDT (in 54 days).1Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: Up to 75 lines; Up to 2 pieces.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 payment (US$50 or more per poem) Professional payment. Details: USD $1,000 cash prize along with round-trip travel & lodging for a public reading.Submissions:Method: Email. 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: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial Platforms:None known For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope The Patricia Dobler Poetry Award 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 16 reports from 14 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 42 min | 95.7 mean avg | 76.0 median | 166 max days (227.6 std dev) Responses 100.00 % 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: 100.00 % (90.7 avg. days per rejection) | 6.3 % personal, 56.3 % form, 37.5 % unspecified | 12.5 % shortlisted Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals - Other Information The most common submission fee paid: USD $20.00. Submissions are acknowledged within 2 days on average. Most recent response reported was received on 20 Jan 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 31 Oct 2025. Date compiled: 07 Sep 2026 16:25 UTC (2 hours, 57 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! 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