Deadline: October 22nd 2023 | Submissions For Spoken Word And Poetry Are Now Open
Are you a poet who wants to perform spoken word? Are you a seasoned author trying out novel approaches to attract your readers? The Commonwealth Foundation is accepting written poetry submissions as well as, for the first time, spoken-word poetry videos.
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The purpose of this call for entries is to examine the various traditions and forms of poetry.
eligibility
- Poets and spoken word performers who write and perform on their own or in groups are welcome to submit to this invitation.
- Each writer or collective is limited to one contribution.
- All Commonwealth citizens who are at least 18 years old are eligible for this chance.
- Young authors and authors from nations with less publishing options are encouraged to submit.
- Entries must be unpublished and original.
- If your writing has already been submitted somewhere else and has been accepted for publication, let them know right away.
Note: Work that has already been published, in whole or in part, whether in print or online.
Guidelines
- They accept English-language submissions as well as translations from any language into English for poetry on the page.
- They will publish both the original work and its English translation if a translated piece is chosen.
- For spoken word, they accept work in oral or mother tongues as long as it has English subtitles or a word document with an English translation.
For more information, visit the Commonwealth Foundation