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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 addressing or expressing an opinion about, a social cause.
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 END DATE - 21st May 2026
Theme : Worldly Affairs
The poem can be about someone you know, yourself or a non fiction historic event - with a cause and effect verse attached to your work, if possible.
You must specify the subject matter of your poem, that complies with the theme.
The poems that depict or bring out the meaning of the word/phrase or use that word/phrase, 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. A Worthwhile Journey by Mark Tochen 3. The Mentor by Dr Michael A. Roberts 4. Coventry, Recovery and Me : The Anger I Hide by DeMichelle 5. Remarkable It Is by Eugene Stelzig 6. A Taste Of Reality 7. Revering Expressions Through Words and Sounds
Check them out on our website - www.poetschoice.in
Look forward to reading your entries.
Poets Choice Team
Hello, END DATE - 30TH MARCH 2026 Theme : Inventive , Unprecedented Pre-Requisites For The Poem To Qualify -
1. The author need not necessarily use 'blood' or 'bloodshed' in their work.
2.The poem needs to be a work of fiction, it can be inspired from an actual incident. You can mention the incident as a subtext.
3. Preference will be given to poems that end by advising the readers with a message of peace and harmony, a noble directive to put efforts to stop and dissuade any person expressing thoughts of violence.
4. Poems can have dialogues or have a monologue. This is not mandatory.
OWING TO THE REVIEW PROCESS HAVING AHUGE BACKLOG - WE'RE KEEPING THIS FORM OPEN. HOWEVER, PLS NOTE THAT THE PUBLICATION PROCESS POST SUBMISSION STAGE FOR THIS TITLE HAS COMMENCED.
One author may submit multiple poems or submissions.
Check them out on our website - www.poetschoicepublisher.com We Look forward to reading your entries. Poets Choice Team
Hello, Permanent END DATE - 30TH MARCH 2026 Theme : Phrase - Drifitng Away
OWING TO THE REVIEW PROCESS HAVING AHUGE BACKLOG - WE'RE KEEPING THIS FORM OPEN. HOWEVER, PLS NOTE THAT THE PUBLICATION PROCESS POST SUBMISSION STAGE FOR THIS TITLE HAS COMMENCED.
The poems that depict or bring out the meaning of the word, is what is sought by us.
Use the words 'drifting away' in your poem.
The meaning must make sense in the context it is used. We have observed, that a lot of submissions are using the word randomly just to meet the requirement, wherein the poem doesn't make any sense - such entries will be declined. 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
Hello, Permanent END DATE - 30TH MARCH 2026 Theme : Phrase - Lost Cause
DUE TO HUGE LINE UP of Pending Projects, we want our submitters to know that the review process will take as long as a month. It is for this reason, we have chosen to keep the prospects of accepting new submission open.
The poems that depict or bring out the meaning of the word, is what is sought by us.
Use the words 'lost cause' in your poem.
The meaning must make sense in the context it is used. We have observed, that a lot of submissions are using the word randomly just to meet the requirement, wherein the poem doesn't make any sense - such entries will be declined. 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
Hello,
Permanent END DATE - 28th May 2026
Theme : Favorite Food
The poems that depict or bring out the irony\, is what is sought by us.
The meaning must make sense in the context it is used. We have observed, that a lot of submissions are using the word randomly just to meet the requirement, wherein the poem doesn't make any sense - such entries will be declined.
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.
Check them out on our website - www.poetschoicepublisher.com
Look forward to reading your entries.
Poets Choice Team
Hello,
Permanent END DATE - 28th May 2026
Theme : Growing Up and Family
The poems that depict or bring out the irony\, is what is sought by us.
The meaning must make sense in the context it is used. We have observed, that a lot of submissions are using the word randomly just to meet the requirement, wherein the poem doesn't make any sense - such entries will be declined.
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.
Check them out on our website - www.poetschoicepublisher.com
Look forward to reading your entries.
Poets Choice Team
Hello,
Permanent END DATE - 28th May 2026
Theme : A Life Without Parents
The poems that depict or bring out the irony\, is what is sought by us.
All of us reach a point in our life, when our parents leave us and are no longer there to call our name. Their absence is a reality.
We want to put together verse that tap into this reality of life, and the emotions one feels - facing it.
The meaning must make sense in the context it is used. We have observed, that a lot of submissions are using the word randomly just to meet the requirement, wherein the poem doesn't make any sense - such entries will be declined.
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.
Check them out on our website - www.poetschoicepublisher.com
Look forward to reading your entries.
Poets Choice Team
Hello,
Permanent END DATE - 28th May 2026
Theme : Happiness Quote
The writing has to be a one liner or a short note that brings at least a smile. It may be a joke, activity that the person can do to feel happy, clerihew or a memory.
Write the same 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.
We believe the world needs more reasons to be happy today, in the era we live in more than anything else.
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.
Check them out on our website - www.poetschoicepublisher.com
Look forward to reading your entries.
Poets Choice Team
Hello,
Permanent END DATE - 28th April 2026
DUE TO HUGE LINE UP of Pending Projects, we want our submitters to know that the review process will take as long as a month. It is for this reason, we have chosen to keep the prospects of accepting new submission open.
Theme : Word - Laughology
First of all - Yes laughology is an officially recognized word.
It means to bring out - Laughter's role in Human connection and development. Popularized by corporates in team building activities and training.
So, we'd like you to write a poem such that it makes one laugh. OR you may simply use the word in reference to an episode, person or place.
The meaning must make sense in the context it is used. We have observed, that a lot of submissions are using the word randomly just to meet the requirement, wherein the poem doesn't make any sense - such entries will be declined. 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 prose poems
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".
If the above isn't followed, we want you to know that either your poem will be declined OR there will be a chance of the author name missing with the poem or the wrong name being used (if your pen name and real name is different)
2. We need your bio for this compilation.
Check them out on our website - www.poetschoicepublisher.com
Look forward to reading your entries.
Poets Choice Team
Hello, THIS FORM WILL PERMANENTLY CLOSE ON 1st June 2026 Write poems on the topic
. 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 'Mental Sickness' We want you to send us as many poems you like.
Paradoxical behavior is an illogical behavior. This will give you a sense of what it means -- Paradoxical behaviour refers toactions, reactions, or personality traits that are self-contradictory, illogical, or contrary to expectations, often involving opposing elements existing simultaneously. It describes situations or behaviors that seem to defy logic or standard reasoning, such as acting with "cruel kindness". Examples include a sedative causing anxiety, or someone being both intensely controlling and extremely hands-off.
Mental sickness is self explanatory. 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. Look forward to reading your entries. Poets Choice Team
www.poetschoice.in
Hello, THIS FORM WILL PERMANENTLY CLOSE ON 1st June 2026 Write poems on the topic
. 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 Lovely Life ' We want you to send us as many poems you like.
A General theme for expression of what lovely life means to you.
Lets put all these three colors in a poem, either all together or at separate places.
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. Look forward to reading your entries. Poets Choice Team
www.poetschoice.in
Hello,
THIS FORM WILL PERMANENTLY CLOSE ON 1st July 2026
Write poems on the topic - Gneral
The tentative title of this BOOK will be 'Walkway'
We want you to send us as many poems you like.
The idea is to project 'journey of life' through your work.
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 need your bio and picture for this compilation.
Look forward to reading your entries.
Poets Choice Team
www.poetschoicepublisher.com
Hello, EXTENDED PERMANENT EXTENDED CLOSURE ON 31st June 2026 Write poems on the 'Under The Radar ' .
. 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 'Watch Factory'. We want you to send us max ONE poems. Include your Story in a second file, for the benefit of other readers. 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.
Look forward to reading your entries. Poets Choice Team
www.poetschoice.in
Hello, EXTENDED PERMANENT EXTENDED CLOSURE ON 31st June 2026 Write poems on the 'On The Radar ' .
. 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 'Watch Factory'. We want you to send us max ONE poems. Include your Story in a second file, for the benefit of other readers. 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.
Look forward to reading your entries. Poets Choice Team
www.poetschoice.in
Hello, EXTENDED PERMANENT EXTENDED CLOSURE ON 31st June 2026 Write poems on the 'Love Poems ' .
. 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 'Love Factory'. We want you to send us max ONE poems. Include your Story in a second file, for the benefit of other readers. 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.
Look forward to reading your entries. Poets Choice Team
www.poetschoice.in
Dear Submitter,
FINAL END DATE - 20th August 2026
Theme : Acrostic Poems
Acrostic poems are poems where the 1st letter of a word, first word of a sentence or the 1st sentence of a paragraph - forms a word, sentence or paragraph in itself.
In short, the word is blown up to reveal a much deeper meaning than simply just that one word.
For this submission call, we're sticking to the word - ACCOMPLISH
Based on a request we received, we're opening this submission call for Collaborative Submissions - to make it more interactive and fun. The activity can involve you to begin the poem and have another person complete it, by taking it up from where you left it.
Send us your Poem which is on the topic.
We look forward to reading your submission
Poets Choice Team
Dear Submitter,
FINAL END DATE - 20th August 2026
Theme : Cinquain
Cinquains are a poetry form.
A five-line, non-rhyming poem structured by syllable count (2, 4, 6, 8, 2) or by word type, traditionally focusing on a single subject.
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 - 20th August 2026
Theme : Clerihew
Clerihews are a poetry form.
A clerihew is a four-line biographical poem—often humorous or whimsical—with an \(AABB\) rhyme scheme. It focuses on a specific person, usually mentioned in the first line. It often mocks famous figures, but that is not mandatory. It has no set meter or rhyme scheme.
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 - 20th August 2026
Theme : Trochee Hexameter.
Trochee is a metrical foot in poetry with stressed syllable followed by unstressed syllables. Falling or driving tone.
A Trochee Hexameter or Trochaic Hexameter is simply put - a trochee having 6 metrical feet per line .
One Metrical feet includes a stressed syllable followed by an unstressed syllable.
The line length of the poem need not be restricted.
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 - 20th August 2026
Theme : Iambic Hexameter.
*Pls be sure to not confuse this with the popular 'iambic pentameter since we distinctly mention hexameter here.
Iamb is a metrical foot in poetry with unstressed syllable followed by stressed syllables.
A Iamb Hexameter or Iambic Hexameter is simply put - an iamb having 6 metrical feet per line .
One Metrical feet includes a stressed syllable followed by an unstressed syllable.
The line length of the poem need not be restricted.
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