River River Books See other projects related to this listing. About River River Books was founded by Amorak Huey and Han VanderHart in March 2022. Inspired by the idea that you cannot step in the same river twice, at River River Books, two poetry editors join together to publish (at least) two exceptional poetry titles a year. By limiting our press catalog, we commit to supporting our authors and their books with focused attention and joy. Voluntary Fees: This project accepts voluntary fees for those who can afford to pay. Limited Demographic: Submissions are restricted to United States residents. Want more insight into the editors' preferences? Read our interview with the editor(s). Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2022 Publication Medium Print Publication Print Publication AI Policy Unknown AI policy Statistics Synopsis Regular Speed River River Books's overall average response time is within a normal range for publishers. Poetry Temp Closed Dates:Will be open to submissions from 01 May 2027 12:00 AM EDT (in 239 days) through 31 May 2027.4Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poetry Collection: 48 - 80 pages.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Payment:Semi-pro advance (US$200-1999) + No royalties to < 15% royalties Semi-pro advance. Royalties range from No royalties to < 15% royalties. Details: USD $200 advance, 10% royalties on net sales of physical books after 250 sold; no royalties on digital copies.Submissions:Method: Duosuma submission manager. 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:Bluesky @riverriverbooks.bsky.socialFacebook FacebookInstagram @riverriverbooks Support this Publisher: Buy Book(s) For the Editor(s): Request Interview Link to Duotrope River River Books 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 4 reports from 4 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported 60 min | 86.0 mean avg | 87.5 median | 109 max days (21.8 std dev) Pending 94 responses are pending (95 min | 111.3 mean avg | 113.0 median | 125 max days waiting | 11.1 std dev) from 94 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 tip paid: USD $15.00. (76.1 % reported giving a tip.) Most submissions are acknowledged on the same day. Most recent response reported was received on 27 Jul 2026. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 11 May 2026. Date compiled: 03 Sep 2026 08:02 UTC (8 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! 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