Press · New York, USA
Black Lawrence Press
Black Lawrence Press is an independent literary publisher founded in 2004 and based in New York, dedicated to innovative contemporary poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and German translations. Alongside full-length books and chapbooks distributed nationally, the press produces three periodicals: Sapling, tr., and Fair Copy. It acquires manuscripts through twice-annual Open Reading Periods in June and November and annual book contests. Programs also include the Immigrant Writing Series.
Open to poets
- A. Poulin, Jr. Poetry Prize. Last deadline Jan 31, 2026 · next one estimated. Fee: $30. Pays: $1,000 prize. Simultaneous submissions: allowed.
- Blessing the Boats Selections. Last deadline Aug 31, 2026 · next one estimated. Fee: Free. Pays: $1,500 prize.
- American Poets Continuum Series. Feb 1 – Mar 31 (early bird Jan 1 – 31). Fee: Free. Simultaneous submissions: yes, withdraw if accepted.
Official site: blacklawrencepress.com. Please confirm the details there before you submit.
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