submissions

thank you for choosing us as home for your work.

we are currently reviewing poet features and poems submissions on a rolling basis. we are not offering compensation for submissions at this time and concurrent submissions between this platform and others is highly encouraged. this platform is dedicated to your growth and exposure as an artist. your words will always remain your intellectual and artistic property with proper credits given. 

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submission guidelines are below:

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1. Eligibility:

• Open to all poets.

• Previously published poems will be considered. 

2. Submission Format:

• Submit your poems as a single document or as a full text in the google form box.

• Include your name, contact email, and a brief bio (50-100 words) in the body of your email, not in the submission document.

• Include your poem(s) in the document. Please format your poems in a clear, readable font (e.g., Times New Roman, Arial) in 12pt size.

• Submit up to 3 poems per submission. If you are submitting multiple poems, ensure each one begins on a new page and/or has a distinguishable title. 

3. Theme/Genre:

• The themes we want to cater to most are: spirituality, sexuality, love in all forms, and anything that deals with emotion; however, submit whatever you feel is your best work and we will make a home for it here. 

• We accept all types of poetry: free verse, formal, experimental, spoken word, etc.

4. Rights and Payment:

• Your poems remain your intellectual and creative property. We are providing exposure and publishing credits for your portfolio.

• Poems will be published under The Last Poet Society Publishing Co. 

• At this time, we are unable to offer payment for your submissions. We highly recommend you submit to paid publishing opportunities as well. 

5. Submission Process:

• The google form below must be completed in it's entirety. 

• Submissions are always open on a rolling basis. 

6. Review Timeline:

• We aim to respond to all submissions within a month of submissions. 

• Please follow-up with us via email if you haven't heard back in that time. 

7. Simultaneous Submissions:

• Submit your work to us and as many other publications you like. Your work is meant to be read!

8. Editorial Process:

• If your poem is accepted, we may reach out regarding wanting to edit it for clarity, length, or style, but any changes will be discussed with you beforehand.

9. No Fees:

• There are no submission fees.