The Scary Poetry Contest A project of Dark Moon Books (see other related projects). Permanently Closed: This project is permanently closed to submissions. We provide the following information as an archive. About If you like to write poems and you love the horror genre, then get out your ink pens or search through those desk drawers, because here is your chance! Dark Moon Books (an imprint of Stony Meadow Publishing) is sponsoring it's first annual "Scary Poetry" contest. The contest is open to all writers, whether published or unpublished, and we are looking forward to reading some great (and scary) poetry! No Fees! This contest does not charge mandatory fees. Country of Publication United States Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationOne-time contest Poetry Closed Audience:UnknownGenres: Horror Open to all/most SubgenresLengths: Poem: No line limits known.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms. Excluding: Long poetry.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary, Mainstream.Topics:None found.Winner's Prize:No monetary payment to Professional payment (US$50 or more per poem) Pays occasionally, up to Professional payment (US$50 or more per poem).Note: We list broad pay categories rather than prize specifics. Check with the publisher for details.Submissions:Method: Electronic submissions. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Unknown.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 Scary Poetry Contest 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 Projects+Horror Library+ Anthology SeriesAfter Death... CLOSEDDark Eclipse BELIEVED DEFUNCTDark Moon Books Alternate History Horror Anthology CLOSEDDark Moon Books MONSTERS! Contest DNQ Charges fees for all submissionsFrightmares! Flash Fiction Anthology CLOSEDMistresses of the Macabre CLOSEDProfessor Charlatan Bardot's Travel Anthology CLOSEDThe Zombie Short Stories 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: 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