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Beyond the Cocoon Poetry Contest
Theme: Transformation Emergence is a process, a journey from darkness to light, from caterpillar to butterfly. Beyond the Cocoon invites poets to explore transformation in all its forms – personal, social, environmental, or mythological. Think about what happens after the cocoon is broken, and the transformed being emerges anew. Submit poems that:
Guidelines: 1. Original, unpublished poems only 2. Maximum 3 poems per poet 3. 1 page per poem 4. Any style, form, or genre 5. Submit as .docx or .pdf to [email protected] ***Be sure to submit a brief third person bio in the body of your email along with your full name and contact information. The subject line of your email submission should include names of poems, example: “Daughter Hymn, Watching you sleep, Girl” Prizes:
***All winners will be featured on Poetic Pathways IG page. Judging Criteria: 1. Creativity and originality 2. Craftsmanship and technical skill 3. Relevance to theme Timeline: Submissions open: October 10, 2024 11:59pm Submissions close: November 25, 2024 @11:59pm ***No entries will be accepted before or after these dates Winners announced: December 1, 2024 Entry Fee: *Free to enter By submitting to Poetic Pathways you affirm:
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What is Poetic Pathways?Poetic Pathways is an inclusive poetry collective that gathers throughout the year at various venues in the Bronx to foster creativity, connection, healing and to highlight the artistic and cultural value in the Bronx borough. Created by poet and educator, Kay Bell, our meetups provide a safe space for marginalized voices to be amplified, promoting visibility and community. Founded on the principles of healing and self-expression, Poetic Pathways leverages poetry as a therapeutic tool to process and cope with trauma and challenges specific to marginalized communities. Through collaborative writing, social connection, and shared experience, we aim to: ArchivesCategories |
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