Word Works

See writers who are published by this small press
Genres Published: 
Poetry
Representative Authors: 
Jennifer Barber, Cheryl Clarke, Richard Lyons, Frannie Lindsay, Fred Marchant, Jay Rogoff, John Surowiecki, Barbara Ungar
Book Types: 
Poetry collections
Formats: 
Paperback, Audio
Reading Periods: 
Jan 15 to Mar 15
Mar 15 to Apr 30
May 1 to Jun 15
Jun 1 to Jul 15
Response Time: 
3 to 6 months
Charges Reading Fee: 
Yes
Publishes Through Contests Only: 
No
Accepts Unsolicited Submissions: 
Yes
Accepts Simultaneous Submissions: 
Yes
Titles per Year: 
11 to 20
Distributors: 
SPD, Ingram, Baker & Taylor

Editorial Focus

Word Works looks for dynamically arranged manuscripts of carefully crafted poems. No subject, style, or form restrictions. Manuscripts are read anonymously by poet-readers, editors, and (sometimes) judges, all of whom care about strong voice and original work.

Tips From the Editor

The Word Works seeks brave, well-crafted work that is doing something new. For the Washington Prize (March 15 deadline), poets at all stages of their career may submit. The Hilary Tham Capital Collection (April 30 deadline) is reserved for poets who volunteer for literary nonprofits. Nomination form available at our website. The Tenth Gate prize, open to poets with a minimum of two previously published full-length collections, will accept manuscripts June 1-July 15. Series Editor Jennifer Barber works with a new judge each year. May/June is an open reading period for all poets writing in English. Accepts all full-length collections including collaborations, New & Selected, and hybrid work. Check website for guidelines and a link to online submission manager. 

Contact Information

Nancy White, President
P.O. Box 42164
Washington, DC 20015
Contact E-mail: 
Please note: The information provided in this database is provided by the publishers listed in it.
Last updated: Mar 05, 2024

Please log in to continue.
LOG IN
Don’t yet have an account?
Register for a free account.