Submit one or two poems, but no pre-writes and no reservations. Poems must not exceed 480 words or 60 lines, but they must have at least 4 words and 2 lines. This contest is for all ages, so keep that in mind with your submissions. See CONTEST RULE NO. 1.
Both free verse and more structured poetry are welcome. However, style is just one component of substance. The content of the poem should shine through its form or structure to pique the interest and emotions of one who reads or hears it.
Grammar, spelling, punctuation and capitalization errors are distracting, and they will affect my judgment of the contest entries. I will not post comments on the entries until the contest is closed for judging, but I may send you a message suggesting you review and edit your entries. Editing is allowed until the contest is closed for judging.
THE RULES:
Plain, monochromatic untextured backgrounds only - No tiles, themes, florals, patterns or customized backgrounds
Both free verse and more structured poetry are welcome. However, style is just one component of substance. The content of the poem should shine through its form or structure to pique the interest and emotions of one who reads or hears it.
Grammar, spelling, punctuation and capitalization errors are distracting, and they will affect my judgment of the contest entries. I will not post comments on the entries until the contest is closed for judging, but I may send you a message suggesting you review and edit your entries. Editing is allowed until the contest is closed for judging.
THE RULES:
Plain, monochromatic untextured backgrounds only - No tiles, themes, florals, patterns or customized backgrounds
No dirty pretty
No images or Emoticons
No sticky caps
No text/chat room abbreviations
Do not apologize for the quality of the poem, your poetic ability or your age in your author’s notes. If you are ashamed of your work, do not submit it!
CONTEST RULE NO. 1:
No disrespecting individuals, ethnicity, age, gender, gender preference, political parties or movements, religion, spirituality or faith
Specific subjects and language to avoid:
Abuse
Addiction
Adult
Cruelty
Erotica - Sensual is allowed. If you do not know the difference, this is not a contest for you.
Graphic violence
Gratuitous profanity - If you do not know how to use strong language without swearing, this contest is also not for you.
Obscenity - I know what is obscene, and so do you. Do not be a twerp.
Suicide
Poems which feature any of the above will be removed from the contest.
No images or Emoticons
No sticky caps
No text/chat room abbreviations
Do not apologize for the quality of the poem, your poetic ability or your age in your author’s notes. If you are ashamed of your work, do not submit it!
CONTEST RULE NO. 1:
No disrespecting individuals, ethnicity, age, gender, gender preference, political parties or movements, religion, spirituality or faith
Specific subjects and language to avoid:
Abuse
Addiction
Adult
Cruelty
Erotica - Sensual is allowed. If you do not know the difference, this is not a contest for you.
Graphic violence
Gratuitous profanity - If you do not know how to use strong language without swearing, this contest is also not for you.
Obscenity - I know what is obscene, and so do you. Do not be a twerp.
Suicide
Poems which feature any of the above will be removed from the contest.
Contest is Over
- Contest was judged on October 20, 2008
- Rewards: Gold: 750, Silver: 500, Bronze: 250
- Final notes: A most sincere thank you to all for participation in this contest. A special thanks to all of you who so generously commented on the entries of your fellow contestants.
Contest Winners
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Shattered mirror spin your peace
in silk that you concoctby sultan 35 lines, 31 comments, on Sep 21 1:05 AM 2008. In Archetypes, Carl Jung, Mythology
Gold trophy winner
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within the depth of how I roam
over mountains, valleys, home;
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There's a robin at my window with a song
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Silver trophy winner
Bronze trophy winner
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I look up to the sky of vines
and they hover, kind as pets;by bird at rose 12 lines, 3 comments, on Sep 25 7:32 PM 2008• Commented on by judge. -
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In the darkest corner
of my heartby Why so serious 11 lines, 1 comment, on Oct 4 6:05 AM 2008• Commented on by judge. -
by mbm 21 lines, 2 comments, on Oct 6 12:58 AM 2008• Commented on by judge.
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among the first learned, good-bye
a child’s hand for a momentby silkypoet 15 lines, 7 comments, on Oct 6 10:37 AM 2008• Commented on by judge. -
I gave you my heart
for you are allby Riya19 14 lines, 6 comments, on Oct 6 2:23 PM 2008• Commented on by judge.
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