The Lexi Rudnitsky First Book Prize A project of Persea Books (see other related projects). About The Lexi Rudnitsky First Book Prize (formerly the Lexi Rudnitsky Poetry Prize) is a collaboration between Persea Books and The Lexi Rudnitsky Poetry Project. It sponsors the annual publication of a poetry collection by an American woman poet who has yet to publish a full-length book of poems. The winner receives a cash prize and publication of her collection by Persea.In addition, the winner receives the option of an all-expenses-paid residency at the Civitella Ranieri Center, a renowned artists retreat housed in a fifteenth-century castle in Umbertide, Italy. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions, except for those in financial need. The fee is USD $30 (above average for contests). Limited Demographic: Submissions are restricted to American women who have not published a book of poetry. Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2006 Publication Medium & Contest Frequency Print Publication Print PublicationAwarded 1 x per year AI Policy Unknown AI policy Statistics Synopsis Regular Speed The Lexi Rudnitsky First Book Prize's overall average response time is within a normal range for contests. More ChallengingThe Lexi Rudnitsky First Book Prize's overall acceptance rate is lower than most contests. More ResponsiveThe Lexi Rudnitsky First Book Prize's overall rate of non-response is lower than most contests. Poetry Open Fee-based Dates:Open to poetry submissions through 31 October 2026* (approx. 47 days from now).3Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poetry Collection: 40 pages or more.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. Unknown royalties. Details: USD $1,000.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.* We do not know the time and/or timezone, so we cannot be more precise. Submit early to avoid disappointment. Go to contest webpage Report: Submission/Response Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook FacebookInstagram @perseabooksX (Twitter) @PerseaBooks Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope The Lexi Rudnitsky First Book 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 30 reports from 30 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 16 min | 93.7 mean avg | 88.0 median | 154 max days (26.6 std dev) Responses 96.67 % 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: 96.67 % (94.4 avg. days per rejection) | 6.9 % personal, 72.4 % form, 20.7 % unspecified | 6.7 % shortlisted Non-Responses 0.00 % Lost/Returned: - Never Responded: - Withdrawals 3.33 % (16.0 avg. days per withdrawal) Pending 3 responses are pending (1 min | 7.0 mean avg | 8.0 median | 12 max days waiting | 2,000.5 std dev) from 3 different members This only includes pending reports from people who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information The most common submission fee paid: USD $30.00. Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 07 Feb 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 31 Oct 2025. Date compiled: 14 Sep 2026 11:40 UTC (1 hour, 32 minutes ago). Work submitted here was also submitted to...This section is available to subscribers only. 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