The Pen Pal Poetry Challenge A project of Palette Poetry (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions (October 2025). We provide the following information as an archive. About This fall, Palette Poetry invites you to collaborate, converse, share space and vision, and create with fellow poets.We hope you rise to the challenge and explore what it’s like to write with others. Through the exchange of words, letters, thoughts, and secrets, consider what can be conjured when poets combine forces. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is USD $20 (average for contests). Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2025 Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Electronic Publication Electronic PublicationOne-time contest AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Poetry Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poem: No line limits known; Up to 3 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 $800 split between the collaborating winners.Submissions:Method: Submittable submission manager. 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 The Pen Pal Poetry 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 1 report within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Other Information The most common submission fee paid: USD $20.00. Most recent response reported was received on 09 Dec 2025. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 02 Oct 2025. Date compiled: 17 Sep 2026 23:40 UTC (less than a minute 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 ProjectsThe Brush & Lyre Prize DNQ Charges fees for all submissionsThe Love & Eros Prize Charges fees for all submissionsPalette Chapbook Prize DNQ Charges fees for all submissionsPalette PoetryThe Palette Poetry [FREE] Challenge CLOSEDPalette Poetry Ekphrastic Poetry Prize Charges fees for all submissionsThe Palette Poetry Micro Chapbook Prize CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsPalette Poetry Nature Poetry Prize Charges fees for all submissionsPalette Poetry Previously Published Poem Prize DNQ Charges fees for all submissionsThe Palette Poetry Prize DNQ Charges fees for all submissionsPalette Poetry Queer Poetry Challenge Charges fees for all submissionsPalette Poetry Rejected Poetry Prize CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsPalette Poetry Spilled Ink Challenge NEW! Charges fees for all submissionsThe Palette Poetry Spotlight Award CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsThe Resistance & Resilience Prize DNQ Charges fees for all submissionsThe Rising Poet Prize Charges fees for all submissionsThe Sappho Prize for Women Poets DNQ Charges fees for all submissions 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: 23 Jun 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