Clerihew - Poetry form
Ends on
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