Submission Period
May 1- July 31, 2026
River Paw Press accepts submissions of full-length poetry collections and poetry translation collections in English from poets in the United States and internationally.
We are committed to fostering global literary and cultural exchange by discovering, publishing, and promoting works that reflect the depth, diversity, and shared humanity of our time.
Submission Guidelines
We seek manuscripts that demonstrate artistic integrity, emotional depth, and lasting resonance.
Categories
- U.S. Poets: Full-length collections in English by poets residing in the United States
- International Poets: Full-length collections in English by poets residing outside the United States
- Poetry in Translation (U.S. & International): Full-length collections translated into English
Publication & Compensation
Selected manuscripts will be published by River Paw Press as part of its annual list. Authors receive standard royalty under contract (terms and conditions apply).
Submission Fee
$20 (non-refundable) per submission, per category
Deadline, Response Time & Additional Information
- Submission Deadline: August 31, 2026
- Response Time: 3–4 months after the submission deadline
- Simultaneous submissions are allowed; please notify us if accepted elsewhere
For submission guidelines and to submit your work, please visit Submittable or Duotrope
