The Poetry Box Chapbook Prize A project of The Poetry Box (see other related projects). About The Poetry Box Chapbook Prize will award publication to two poets. We welcome work from both established and emerging writers alike. Every submission starts out in the same pile and is judged merely on its own merit, not the reputation of the writer. We enjoy poems of all styles: formal, free-verse, metered, non-rhyming, experimental, nostalgic, political, erotic, abstract, lyrical, etc. We don’t censor or shy away from ‘tough topics’, however we do draw the line at poetry that discriminates against our fellow humans. Please keep in mind that a chapbook should have some unifying theme or topic and yet each poem should be strong enough to stand on its own merit. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. The fee is USD $25 (above average for contests). Limited Demographic: Submissions are restricted to residents of the US. Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Unknown AI policy Statistics Synopsis Regular Speed The Poetry Box Chapbook Prize's overall average response time is within a normal range for contests. More ChallengingThe Poetry Box Chapbook Prize's overall acceptance rate is lower than most contests. More ResponsiveThe Poetry Box Chapbook Prize's overall rate of non-response is lower than most contests. Poetry Temp Closed We enjoy poems of all styles: formal, free-verse, metered, non-rhyming, experimental, nostalgic, political, erotic, abstract, lyrical, etc. We don’t censor or shy away from ‘tough topics’, however we do draw the line at poetry that discriminates against our fellow humans.Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poetry Chapbook: 18 - 30 pages.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms, including: Experimental poetry, Formal verse, Free verse, Lyric poetry, Metrical.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Experimental, Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Winner's Prize:Semi-pro advance (US$200-1999) + Unknown royalties Provides free copy/copies Semi-pro advance. Unknown royalties. Provides free copy/copies. Details: USD $750 Grand Prize; $250 Editor's Choice.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: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook Facebook Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope The Poetry Box Chapbook 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. Filter: Category: Group by submission Include outliers Include related projects Accuracy We have received 12 reports from 12 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 11 min | 75.3 mean avg | 71.5 median | 103 max days (23.7 std dev) Responses 91.67 % 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: 91.67 % (77.0 avg. days per rejection) | 27.3 % personal, 54.6 % form, 18.2 % unspecified Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals 8.33 % (11.0 avg. days per withdrawal) Other Information The most common submission fee paid: USD $25.00. Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 23 May 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 15 Mar 2026. Date compiled: 07 Sep 2026 16:25 UTC (2 hours, 56 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! Related ProjectsKeeping It Weird CLOSEDThe Poeming Pigeon: A Journal of Poetry & Art CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsPoeming Pigeons CLOSEDThe Poetry Box Select ON HIATUS 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. 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