Press · Online

Off Topic Publishing

Independent publisher of books and anthologies that runs monthly writing contests, a poetry chapbook contest, and open calls.

Open to poets

Off Topic Monthly Contest (poetry rounds). 1st–10th of each month with a poetry round (genres rotate). Fee: $5 CAD (or 4 EUR) per entry. Pays: Winner receives 50% of the month's entry fees plus online publication. Simultaneous submissions: allowed; notify if accepted elsewhere. Up to 1 poems.
Poetry Chapbook Contest. Closed Sep 20, 2026. Fee: $25 CAD ($65 CAD with editorial feedback). Pays: First place $200 CAD plus manuscript critique and ebook; shortlist $100 CAD. Simultaneous submissions: allowed; notify if accepted for traditional publication.

Official site: offtopicpublishing.com. Please confirm the details there before you submit.