LitMag's Emily Dickinson Award for Poetry 2026 — $1,500, Publication and Agency Review for One to Three Poems
November 15, 2026 (24 days left)Online (Submittable)
Free: the link to apply at the organiser and a reminder before the deadline.
LitMag runs a yearly poetry contest with agency review.
Benefits
First prize $1,500, publication in LitMag and agency review by six literary agents; three finalists receive $100 each; winners announced in summer 2027.
Eligibility
One to three previously unpublished poems in a single Word document in 12pt type; multiple entries allowed, each with its own fee. Judged by the magazine editors.
Award
$1,500 + agency review
Application fee
$20
Free: the link to apply at the organiser and a reminder before the deadline.