Aldrich Press A project of Kelsay Books (see other related projects). About Aldrich Press is a small press that accepts free verse poetry for chapbooks and full length collections. Fees Notice: This project charges fees (or requires purchases) for all submissions. (Note: About 14% of publishers always charge fees.) The fee is USD $20 (above average for publishers that charge). Country of Publication United States Publication Medium Print Publication Print Publication AI Policy Human-created work preferred, but limited AI use may be permitted in some circumstances (see their site for details) Statistics Synopsis FasterAldrich Press's overall average response time is faster than most publishers. Poetry Open Fee-based Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poetry Collection: 41 - 120 pages.Poetry Forms:Free verse.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Payment:No monetary advance + < 15% royalties No monetary advance. < 15% royalties. Details: 12% royalties on retail sales.Submissions:Method: Email. Reprints: Reprints are NOT allowed.Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed.Media: Text. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary. Go to publisher's website Report: Submission/Query Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook FacebookX (Twitter) @BooksKelsay Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Aldrich Press 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 7 reports from 6 different members within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 6 min | 16.2 mean avg | 15.0 median | 27 max days (6.5 std dev) Other Information The editors will try to make a decision within 14 days. (57.1 % of the responses reported to us for this listing have taken longer than 14 days.) The most common submission fee paid: USD $20.00. Most submissions are acknowledged within one day. Most recent response reported was received on 04 Sep 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 23 Aug 2026. Date compiled: 16 Sep 2026 04:54 UTC (less than a minute ago). View report of recent responses from this project 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 ProjectsAlabaster Leaves Publishing Charges fees for all submissionsDaffydowndilly Press Charges fees for all submissionsKelsay Books Metrical Poetry Contest DNQ Charges fees for all submissionsKelsay Books Women's Poetry Contest CLOSED Charges fees for all submissionsKelsay Books Young Poets' Prize DNQ Charges fees for all submissionsLove Affairs at the Villa Nelle CLOSEDThe Orchards Poetry JournalThe Victorian Violet Press Journal CLOSEDWhite Violet Press 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.For book publishers, it is standard to submit a cover letter, synopsis, and sample instead of the full manuscript. Do this unless otherwise instructed.Be professional, patient, and persistent. DatesLast Updated: 19 Jul 2026We check their guidelines for changes every four weeks, and we audit the listing twice a year. 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