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Deadline October 15 (must be received by this date). Neutral free contest gives publication and $1,000 for the author's first book of poetry, minimum 85 pages in total. Enter via email. Limit one manuscript per author. Sponsored by Hand to Mouth Books, a publishing house established by Charles Potts.
Source: https://charlespottspoetryaward.com/portfolio/
Published: September 12, 2025
Prizes: $3,750
Deadline: Apr 1, 2026
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Prizes: $12,000
Deadline: May 1, 2026
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Prizes: $23,500
Deadline: Jul 1, 2026
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Prizes: $12,000
Deadline: Oct 1, 2025
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