Simultaneous submissions are permitted provided the poet agrees to inform the Press of the manuscript's acceptance for publication elsewhere. Qualified readers appointed by the Press will screen all manuscripts. The final selections will be made by a distinguished poet who will remain anonymous until the winner is announced in mid-February. Checks are preferred over cash, please. However, the use of a manila file folder with rubber bands and paper clips to keep your manuscript and enclosures intact is acceptable.
Recycled paper is preferred.
Unpadded mailing envelopes are preferred. Please do not enclose return packaging. First Class or Priority Mail is preferred. It is not necessary to send your manuscript via a Federal Express service. Manuscripts must be postmarked during the month of September to be eligible for the poetry contest.