the engine(idling Poetry Micro-Chapbooks A project of the engine(idling (see other related projects). About We’re going to select two micro-chaps for publication. They’ll be available as free downloadable PDFs from our Store and we’ll promote them heavily on Bluesky.If this project is successful, we plan to make it an annual affair!We’re optimistic that this project will be a fun, unique, and positive collaborative experience.We aim to enhance and extend the release hype and really revel in it by heavily promoting your poetry micro-chaps and offering readers insight into what goes into the creative process.We want to spend extra time interacting with and celebrating you and your work. We hope to spark and inspire the online community to join us! Country of Publication & Year Established United States Established in 2025 Publication Medium Electronic Publication Electronic Publication AI Policy Human-created work only; no AI use allowed Poetry Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: GeneralLengths: Poetry Chapbook: No page limits known.Poetry Forms:Open to all/most Forms.Styles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Payment:No monetary advance + No royalties No monetary advance. No royalties.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:Bluesky @the-engine-idling.bsky.social Support this Publisher: Make a Donation Shop their Store For the Editor(s): Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope the engine(idling Poetry Micro-Chapbooks 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 1 report within the past 12 months. The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Other Information The editors will try to make a decision within 30 days. Most recent response reported was received on 24 Sep 2025. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 21 Sep 2025. Date compiled: 16 Sep 2026 13:31 UTC (7 hours, 57 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 Projectsthe engine(idling Drive Awardthe engine(idling 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: 01 Jun 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