The Munster Literature Centre Poetry Competitions

Competition Information

The Munster Literature Centre is accepting submissions for its poetry competitions.

Fool for Poetry Chapbook/Pamphlet Competition

  • Open to new, emerging and established poets from any country.
  • Manuscripts must be between 16 and 24 pages in length.
  • Top Prize €1000, publication of chapbook, accommodation and reading slot at Cork International Poetry Festival.
  • Deadline August 31st.

All details and submissions at: https://munsterlit.ie/fool-for-poetry/

Southword Editor’s Poetry Award

  • €1000 for best three poem entry.
  • All entries receive complementary subscription to the journal Southword.
  • Deadline September 30th.

All details and submission at: https://munsterlit.ie/southwordeditoraward/

Gregory O’Donoghue International Poetry Competition

  • First Prize €2000 for best single poem, publication in Southword.
  • Reading spot with accommodation at the Cork International Poetry Festival.
  • Deadline November 30th.

All details and submissions at: https://munsterlit.ie/odonoghue-competition/

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