Dear Submitter, 

Permanent EXTENDED  End Date - 10th FEBRUARY  2025

 Theme :  My Life My Choices ; OR I Create My Own Destiny; OR Leading A Life The Way I Thought Of Living It. 

All the above broadly cover what we want from you. 

They can be form specific poems, haikus, prose poems, free style poems - but not stories. 

We wish to bring out the significance and relevance of the observations made. so, this is more of feedback. The structure and approach of the writing must be in that tone. 

Euthanasia is a very serious subject and we believe it needs a voice, which we expect our poets to verbalize, using this opportunity. 

Send us your Poem which is on the topic. 

Whilst we welcome free verse poetry forms, we'd prefer to see you send us rhymes, haiku, sonnet, chastushka, etc. 

Please ensure you follow the following guideline - 

 File name uploaded as your work, must have the Title of Work and Pen Name - as you'll like to see it in the book, if your work gets accepted. 

We look forward to reading your submission 

Poets Choice Team 

Dear Submitter, 

 FINAL EXTENDED END DATE - 15th  FEBRUARY  2025

 Theme : General - Words That Heal 

The poem must be such that if one reads it, they feel rejuvenated and energized, as if the words have been reassuring them or soothed their grief or healed their scars, or perhaps reinvented strength back into them. 

 This submission seeks to collect poems that are not specific. However, we'll prefer it if you are able to submit a poem you wrote whilst sky gazing at night or otherwise. 

We wish to bring out the significance and relevance of the observations made by poetic voices. 

Send us your Poem which is on the topic. 

Whilst we welcome free verse poetry forms, we'd prefer to see you send us rhymes, haiku, sonnet, chastushka, etc. any recognized form of writing poem.  

Please ensure you follow the following guideline - 

 File name uploaded as your work, must have the Title of Work and Pen Name - as you'll like to see it in the book, if your work gets accepted. 

We look forward to reading your submission 

Poets Choice Team 

Dear Submitter, 

 Final end date - 31st January 2025. 

 Theme : General - Express Your Unfulfilled Dreams

 This submission seeks to collect poems that are not specific. However, we'll prefer it if you are able to submit a poem you wrote whilst wishing something you dearly hoped to achieve or see happen in life. 

Express them in these poems as if they're being fulfilled and when you pen your poem down, you have finally managed to achieve them. 

We wish to bring out the significance and relevance of the observations made by poetic voices. 

Send us your Poem which is on the topic. 

Whilst we welcome free verse poetry forms, we'd prefer to see you send us rhymes, haiku, sonnet, chastushka, etc. any recognized form of writing poem.  

Please ensure you follow the following guideline - 

 File name uploaded as your work, must have the Title of Work and Pen Name - as you'll like to see it in the book, if your work gets accepted. 

We look forward to reading your submission 

Poets Choice Team 

Dear Submitter, 

 Final end date - 31st January 2025. 

 Theme : General - Oysters 

Meaning in slang -- a closemouthed or uncommunicative person, especially one who keeps secrets well. something from which a person may extract or derive advantage: The world is my oyster.

 This submission seeks to collect poems that are not specific. However, we'll prefer it if you are able to submit a poem you wrote that depicts that meaning out loud. 

Express them in these poems as if they're being fulfilled and when you pen your poem down, you have finally managed to achieve them. 

We wish to bring out the significance and relevance of the observations made by poetic voices. 

Send us your Poem which is on the topic. 

Whilst we welcome free verse poetry forms, we'd prefer to see you send us rhymes, haiku, sonnet, chastushka, etc. any recognized form of writing poem.  

Please ensure you follow the following guideline - 

 File name uploaded as your work, must have the Title of Work and Pen Name - as you'll like to see it in the book, if your work gets accepted. 

We look forward to reading your submission 

Poets Choice Team 

Dear Submitter, 

 Final end date - 31st January 2025. 

 Theme : General - Bussin'

Meaning in slang -- Aamzing, Really Good. 

 This submission seeks to collect poems that are not specific. However, we'll prefer it if you are able to submit a poem you wrote that depicts that meaning out loud. 

Express them in these poems as if they're being fulfilled and when you pen your poem down, you have finally managed to achieve them. 

We wish to bring out the significance and relevance of the observations made by poetic voices. 

Send us your Poem which is on the topic. 

Whilst we welcome free verse poetry forms, we'd prefer to see you send us rhymes, haiku, sonnet, chastushka, etc. any recognized form of writing poem.  

Please ensure you follow the following guideline - 

 File name uploaded as your work, must have the Title of Work and Pen Name - as you'll like to see it in the book, if your work gets accepted. 

We look forward to reading your submission 

Poets Choice Team 

Dear Submitter, 

 Final end date - 31st January 2025. 

 Theme : General - Rent free

Meaning in slang -- dominate someone's thoughts, become an obsession. 

Example - “Since I saw Jet Lie, JetLie  is living rent-free inside my head.”

 This submission seeks to collect poems that are not specific. However, we'll prefer it if you are able to submit a poem you wrote that depicts that meaning out loud. 

Express them in these poems as if they're being fulfilled and when you pen your poem down, you have finally managed to achieve them. 

We wish to bring out the significance and relevance of the observations made by poetic voices. 

Send us your Poem which is on the topic. 

Whilst we welcome free verse poetry forms, we'd prefer to see you send us rhymes, haiku, sonnet, chastushka, etc. any recognized form of writing poem.  

Please ensure you follow the following guideline - 

 File name uploaded as your work, must have the Title of Work and Pen Name - as you'll like to see it in the book, if your work gets accepted. 

We look forward to reading your submission 

Poets Choice Team 

Dear Submitter, 

 Final end date - 31st January 2025. 

 Theme : General - Vibe Check

Meaning in slang -- to check if everything is alright or whether someone is having a good time. 

Example - Girlie - Hey Raghu, vibe check.   Raghu - am fine. 

 This submission seeks to collect poems that are not specific. However, we'll prefer it if you are able to submit a poem you wrote that depicts that meaning out loud. 

Express them in these poems as if they're being fulfilled and when you pen your poem down, you have finally managed to achieve them. 

We wish to bring out the significance and relevance of the observations made by poetic voices. 

Send us your Poem which is on the topic. 

Whilst we welcome free verse poetry forms, we'd prefer to see you send us rhymes, haiku, sonnet, chastushka, etc. any recognized form of writing poem.  

Please ensure you follow the following guideline - 

 File name uploaded as your work, must have the Title of Work and Pen Name - as you'll like to see it in the book, if your work gets accepted. 

We look forward to reading your submission 

Poets Choice Team 

Dear Submitter, 

 Final end date - 31st January 2025. 

 Theme : General - Amped 

Meaning in slang -- very excited. 

Example - Am so amped about visiting Canada. 

 This submission seeks to collect poems that are not specific. However, we'll prefer it if you are able to submit a poem you wrote that depicts that meaning out loud. 

Express them in these poems as if they're being fulfilled and when you pen your poem down, you have finally managed to achieve them. 

We wish to bring out the significance and relevance of the observations made by poetic voices. 

Send us your Poem which is on the topic. 

Whilst we welcome free verse poetry forms, we'd prefer to see you send us rhymes, haiku, sonnet, chastushka, etc. any recognized form of writing poem.  

Please ensure you follow the following guideline - 

 File name uploaded as your work, must have the Title of Work and Pen Name - as you'll like to see it in the book, if your work gets accepted. 

We look forward to reading your submission 

Poets Choice Team 

Dear Submitter, 

 Final end date - 31st January 2025. 

 Theme : General - Bestie

Meaning in slang -- best friend

Example - They were both college besties. 

 This submission seeks to collect poems that are not specific. However, we'll prefer it if you are able to submit a poem you wrote that depicts that meaning out loud. 

Express them in these poems as if they're being fulfilled and when you pen your poem down, you have finally managed to achieve them. 

We wish to bring out the significance and relevance of the observations made by poetic voices. 

Send us your Poem which is on the topic. 

Whilst we welcome free verse poetry forms, we'd prefer to see you send us rhymes, haiku, sonnet, chastushka, etc. any recognized form of writing poem.  

Please ensure you follow the following guideline - 

 File name uploaded as your work, must have the Title of Work and Pen Name - as you'll like to see it in the book, if your work gets accepted. 

We look forward to reading your submission 

Poets Choice Team 

Dear Poet, 

  This form is only meant for you if you have a collection of poems that you want to publish as a poetry book. The minimum number of pages a book must have is 80. This can include graphical representations too.     

The nature of the book, has to be consisting of poems in specific poetry forms such as Clerihew, Cinquain, Tanka, Kenning, Senryu, Haiku, Sonnets, Anaphora, Monostich or any other poetry form. 

Free Verse is not acceptable here - if you want to submit free verse - we ask you to use 'Manuscript Submission' form - which we have floated separately. 

 Guidelines  1. Send your poems (manuscript)  in an attached word document. Send author bio, your name, contact details and any other content you wish to include in your book in a separate word document.   2.Submit via Submittable only. As this will ensure your email does not get lost in the bundle of emails we receive everyday.   3. There is a manuscript reading cost. This cost involves the reading of your manuscript for consideration of possible publication.    4. Review Time will be anywhere between a week to a month from the date of your submission.   For any queries or questions, please feel free to Direct Message us on Instagram - @poetschoice or email us on poetschoice@hotmail.com . You can also visit our website - www.poetschoice.in 

Dear Poet, 

  This form is only meant for you if you have a collection of poems that you want to publish as a poetry book. The minimum number of pages a book must have is 80. This can include graphical representations too.     

The nature of the book, has to be consisting of poems which speak of social issues, the tone must have a sense of protest - against injustice, against ill treatment or against oneself or anything in general which one can revolt against to bring about change and development - for the better. 

Sometimes, people fight in order to be accepted in the society - the way they are. This needn't necessarily be about their color, caste, sexual preferences, disability or otherwise beliefs alone. 

We'd like to reach out your voice to the masses, by giving you a platform - a base.

 Guidelines  1. Send your poems (manuscript)  in an attached word document. Send author bio, your name, contact details and any other content you wish to include in your book in a separate word document.   2.Submit via Submittable only. As this will ensure your email does not get lost in the bundle of emails we receive everyday.   3. There is a manuscript reading cost. This cost involves the reading of your manuscript for consideration of possible publication.    4. Review Time will be anywhere between a week to a month from the date of your submission.   For any queries or questions, please feel free to Direct Message us on Instagram - @poetschoice or email us on poetschoice@hotmail.com . You can also visit our website - www.poetschoice.in 

 

                 Hello,

     Permanent EXTENDED END DATE - 31st January 2025
               Theme :  Phrase - Finders Keepers 

The poems that depict or bring out the meaning of the phrase, is what is sought by us.  

Use the words 'finders keepers' in your poem.  whether its as a dialogue or otherwise, but it MUST be there.

               Write a poem on the theme. We believe its a broad spectrum theme. A poem which just brought the pen in your hand and you wrote it down. 

The book is a collection of poems that expresses an experience everyone goes through at some point.


               The title of this BOOK will be decided at the time of publication.

               We want you to send us max two poems.

                 Please observe the following rules -


               1. Make sure you add the name of the poem and your name in the word file you attach. For example, if the name of the poem is 'Lump Throat' and the name of the poet is 'Aks Furniturewala' then the file name must be "Lump Throat_Aks Furniturewala".



               2. We DO NOT need your bio for this compilation. In the Cover Letter, please share

                 - your pen name or the name you would like us to use in the book.




               The books we have published recently are -

                1. Adding Colors To Life

               2. A Taste Of Reality

               3. The Sounds A Shadow Makes by Dr Michael A. Roberts

               4. The Truth I Must Invent by Francis Diclemente

               5. Seasoned Women by Cathy Hollister

               6. Letting Go and Moving On

               7. Tides of Change by Mark tochen



               Check them out on our website -

                 www.poetschoice.in

                 Look forward to reading your entries.

                 Poets Choice Team 

Dear Submitter, 

 Theme :  Evening Walker 

 FINAL EXTENDED END DATE 31ST January 2025

We wish to bring out the significance and relevance of the observations made by morning walkers and also privileges enjoyed by morning walkers. 

Send us your Poem which is on the topic. 

Whilst we welcome free verse poetry forms, we'd prefer to see you send us rhymes, haiku, sonnet, chastushka, etc. 

Please ensure you follow the following guideline - 

 File name uploaded as your work, must have the Title of Work and Pen Name - as you'll like to see it in the book, if your work gets accepted. 

We look forward to reading your submission 

Poets Choice Team 

 

     Hello,

   THIS FORM WILL CLOSE ON 31st January 2025


   Theme : General : Rural Life 

It could be poems written whilst living in rural areas, penning observations and experiences.

   Write a poem on the theme. We believe its a broad spectrum theme. A poem which just brought the pen in your hand and you wrote it down.
   Poems that bring out the zephyr of living in a metropolitan city. The grit people develop when they are exposed to living in an urban environment. Poems that depict street smart characters and experiences.

   The title of this BOOK will be 'Village Life'

   We want you to send us max two poems.

     Please observe the following rules -


   1. Make sure you add the name of the poem and your name in the word file you attach. For example, if the name of the poem is 'Lump Throat' and the name of the poet is 'Aks Furniturewala' then the file name must be "Lump Throat_Aks Furniturewala".
   We will use the name that is given in the file name. So, if your pen name is different from real name pls make sure you use your pen name as a part of the file name and not your real name.



   2. We DO NOT need your bio for this compilation. In the Cover Letter, please share

     - If you have read any of our books
    -  Whether this poem is simultaneously submitted elsewhere.
Mention In Cover Add On Option
   Being an anthology, names of all the poets who have contributed in the book are not mentioned in the cover design of the book. The add on purchase option, offers your name to be seen by the reader. As everybody who picks holds the book in their hand sees your name.


   The books we have published recently are -

    1. The Sounds A Shadow Makes by Dr. Michael Roberts.

   2. Where Are The blueJays Gone by Jennifer Ayala

   3. Mother Medusa by Lucas Carpenter

   4. Gone Out Fishing

   5. Seasoned Women by Cathy Hollister

   6. Letting Go and Moving On

   7. Homelessness by Crystal Barker


   Check them out on our website -

     www.poetschoice.in

     Look forward to reading your entries.

     Poets Choice Team 

 

               Hello,

  PERMANENT END DATE - 31st January 2025
             Theme :  People's Person

Meaning  - someone who is friendly and enjoys meeting and talking to people. 

The poem can be about someone you know, yourself or fictitious writing work. 

You must use the phrase 'People's Person' somewhere or the other in your poem. 

But it must bring out, the life the phrase 'people's person' bring out. 

The poems that depict or bring out the meaning of the word or use that word, is what is sought by us.  

             Write a poem on the theme. We believe its a broad spectrum theme. A poem which just brought the pen in your hand and you wrote it down. 

The book is a collection of poems that expresses an experience everyone goes through at some point.


             The title of this BOOK will be decided at the time of publication.

             We want you to send us max two poems.

               Please observe the following rules -


             1. Make sure you add the name of the poem and your name in the word file you attach. For example, if the name of the poem is 'Lump Throat' and the name of the poet is 'Aks Furniturewala' then the file name must be "Lump Throat_Aks Furniturewala".



             2. We DO NOT need your bio for this compilation. In the Cover Letter, please share

               - your pen name or the name you would like us to use in the book.

               - If you have read any of our books
              -  Whether this poem is simultaneously submitted elsewhere.
                - A Bio will be needed with your picture IF you opt for being showcased in our Blog Book.
               -  We'd like to have your Instagram handle for this compilation. This will help us tag you to posts related to your book on social media.
Mention In Cover Add On Option
             Being an anthology, names of all the poets who have contributed in the book are not mentioned in the cover design of the book. The add on purchase option, offers your name to be seen by the reader. As everybody who picks holds the book in their hand sees your name.


             The books we have published recently are -

              1. The Dust Of My Soul

             2. Heading In and Out

             3. The Sounds A Shadow Makes by Dr Michael A. Roberts

             4. The Truth I Must Invent by Francis Diclemente

             5. Remarkable It Is by Eugene Stelzig

             6. A Taste Of Reality

             7. Xorcist



             Check them out on our website -

               www.poetschoice.in

               Look forward to reading your entries.

               Poets Choice Team 

 

                Hello,

   PERMANENT END DATE - 31st January 2025
              Theme :  Done and Dusted 

Meaning  - finished or decided, with nothing more to be said or done.

The poem can be about someone you know, yourself or fictitious writing work. 

You must use the phrase 'Done and Dusted' somewhere or the other in your poem. 

But it must bring out, the essence of finality. 

The poems that depict or bring out the meaning of the word or use that word, is what is sought by us.  

              Write a poem on the theme. We believe its a broad spectrum theme. A poem which just brought the pen in your hand and you wrote it down. 

The book is a collection of poems that expresses an experience everyone goes through at some point.


              The title of this BOOK will be decided at the time of publication.

              We want you to send us max two poems.

                Please observe the following rules -


              1. Make sure you add the name of the poem and your name in the word file you attach. For example, if the name of the poem is 'Lump Throat' and the name of the poet is 'Aks Furniturewala' then the file name must be "Lump Throat_Aks Furniturewala".



              2. We DO NOT need your bio for this compilation. In the Cover Letter, please share

                - your pen name or the name you would like us to use in the book.

                - If you have read any of our books
               -  Whether this poem is simultaneously submitted elsewhere.
                 - A Bio will be needed with your picture IF you opt for being showcased in our Blog Book.
                -  We'd like to have your Instagram handle for this compilation. This will help us tag you to posts related to your book on social media.
Mention In Cover Add On Option
              Being an anthology, names of all the poets who have contributed in the book are not mentioned in the cover design of the book. The add on purchase option, offers your name to be seen by the reader. As everybody who picks holds the book in their hand sees your name.


              The books we have published recently are -

               1. The Dust Of My Soul

              2. Heading In and Out

              3. The Sounds A Shadow Makes by Dr Michael A. Roberts

              4. The Truth I Must Invent by Francis Diclemente

              5. Remarkable It Is by Eugene Stelzig

              6. A Taste Of Reality

              7. Xorcist



              Check them out on our website -

                www.poetschoice.in

                Look forward to reading your entries.

                Poets Choice Team 

Dear Submitter, 

FINAL END DATE  - 30th March 2025
 

 Theme :  Poems Using -Alas

Meaning - Express grief, pity or concern
 

Write your poem and send it to us, using the word  - Alas

Send us your Poem which is on the topic. 

Whilst we welcome free verse poetry forms, we'd prefer to see you send us rhymes, haiku, sonnet, chastushka, etc. 

This is a collection we'll avail for juvenile readership as well. 

So, we will not accept adult content related to the topic, if any.
 

Please ensure you follow the following guideline - 

 File name uploaded as your work, must have the Title of Work and Pen Name - as you'll like to see it in the book, if your work gets accepted. 

We look forward to reading your submission 

Poets Choice Team 

Dear Submitter, 

FINAL END DATE  - 30th March 2025
 

 Theme :  Poems Using - Ahem

Meaning - Expression of disapproval , typically to attract attention, clear throat.  

Write your poem and send it to us, using the word - Ahem

Send us your Poem which is on the topic. 

Whilst we welcome free verse poetry forms, we'd prefer to see you send us rhymes, haiku, sonnet, chastushka, etc. 

This is a collection we'll avail for juvenile readership as well. 

So, we will not accept adult content related to the topic, if any.
 

Please ensure you follow the following guideline - 

 File name uploaded as your work, must have the Title of Work and Pen Name - as you'll like to see it in the book, if your work gets accepted. 

We look forward to reading your submission 

Poets Choice Team 

Dear Submitter, 

FINAL END DATE  - 30th March 2025
 

 Theme :  Poems Using - Hallelujah

Meaning - Expression of rejoicing. 

Write your poem and send it to us, using the word - Hallelujah

Send us your Poem which is on the topic. 

Whilst we welcome free verse poetry forms, we'd prefer to see you send us rhymes, haiku, sonnet, chastushka, etc. 

This is a collection we'll avail for juvenile readership as well. 

So, we will not accept adult content related to the topic, if any.
 

Please ensure you follow the following guideline - 

 File name uploaded as your work, must have the Title of Work and Pen Name - as you'll like to see it in the book, if your work gets accepted. 

We look forward to reading your submission 

Poets Choice Team 

Dear Submitter, 

 Theme :  Prose Poems exploring 'problem solving' stories tactics, principles or anything whatsoever you wish to share that conveys solving a problem or problems. 

 Permanent End Date - 10th APRIL 2025

Send us your Poem which is on the topic. 

The poem needs to be a prose poem in order for it to bring out the subject matter. 

The max word count of the poem can touch 3000 words.  

Please ensure you follow the following guideline - 

 File name uploaded as your work, must have the Title of Work and Pen Name - as you'll like to see it in the book, if your work gets accepted. 

We look forward to reading your submission 

Tentative - Algorithm of Life

5 POEMS WILL RECEIVE BE AWARDED after we close the submission call. 

Poets Choice Team 

 

 Hello,

Its a subject rarely  associated with poetry, to write a poem about a sport you love to play or watch. 

The poem can be  - 

     - about the sport . 

  - about the players or a specific player or person involved in the sport. 

   - about an experience you had whilst watching the sport, 

     - about something that happened to you due to the influence of this sport. 

       - anything associated to the sport.
The tentative title of this BOOK will be 'Sporty Poems' .


We want you to send us poem/s ( maximum 1 poem) with a word limit of 1000 words per poem.

 Please observe the following rules -


1. Make sure you add the name of the poem and your name in the word file you attach. For example, if the name of the poem is 'Lump Throat' and the name of the poet is 'Aks Furniturewala' then the file name must be "Lump Throat_Aks Furniturewala".



2. We'd need your bio for this compilation. In the Cover Letter, please share

 - your pen name or the name you would like us to use in the book.

 - if you have previously participated or simultaneously participated in another compilation, ongoing currently.



The books we have published recently are -

1. Mr Daydream by Diana Willand  

2. Funnel To Freedoms Ring by Andre Brewer

3. Jumbled Part 2

4. Sonnets Odes Rhymes  

5. To The Newspapers

6. Corona Global Lockdown  - Our Bestseller

7. A Futile Attempt At Delaying The Inevitable by Adam Webb

8. Inner Voice

Check them out on our website -

 www.poetschoice.in

 Look forward to reading your entries.

 Poets Choice Team 

 

 Hello,

THIS FORM WILL PERMANENTLY CLOSE ON 20th April 2025

Write poems on the 'Dementia ' . 

. Lets spread some awareness on it. A social initiative through a collection of poems on the topic.

The tentative title of this BOOK will be  'Living With Dementia'.

We want you to send us max ONE poems.

Please observe the following rules -


1. Make sure you add the name of the poem and your name in the word file you attach. For example, if the name of the poem is 'Lump Throat' and the name of the poet is 'Aks Furniturewala' then the file name must be "Lump Throat_Aks Furniturewala".  PLEASE FOLLOW THIS GUIDELINE.

2. We DO NOT  need your bio and picture for this compilation.  

Have you read any of our books ?
Let us know - Whether this poem is simultaneously submitted elsewhere.

  - A Bio and picture will be needed with your picture IF you opt for being showcased in our Blog Book.

 -  We'd like to have your Instagram handle for this compilation. This will help us tag you to posts related to your book on social media.
- If you have been published with us before -please write a review of your book on our website.

Mention In Cover Add On Option
Being an anthology, names of all the poets who have contributed in the book are not mentioned in the cover design of the book. The add on purchase option, offers your name to be seen by the reader. As everybody who picks holds the book in their hand sees your name.


CONTEST DETAILS
5 Lucky Winners will be sent a free copy of this book. There names will also be mentioned in the beginning of the book.

BLOG BOOK -
Pls ensure you attach a clear decent picture.


Anecdote
This add on purchase  will enable you to share a write up except your poem, maybe capturing a moment of your marriage, or an essay  that you'd like to dedicate to your better half.

AUDIO RECITATION

We will publish your voice on our Youtube channel, with the cover image of your book.

 Look forward to reading your entries.

 Poets Choice Team 

  www.poetschoice.in