Submissions are closed for 2010.  Look for announcements later about our next chapbook.

The Quartet Series features four chapbook-length collections by four poets to be published in a full-length book.

Authors of selected manuscripts will receive $100 and 25 copies of the book.

Toadlily Press does not use outside readers. Manuscripts are not read anonymously. Each submission is read and initially rated by two editors; semi-finalists are read by all editors. Poets can be assured their work will receive thorough, thoughtful consideration. For bios of Toadlily Press‘ editors, please see the About Toadlily page.

January Submissions Guidelines

There are no restrictions on style or subject. Only original poetry (no translations) written by a single person is eligible. The poems may be related to each other, but need not be centered on a character, theme or narrative. Toadlily Press submits nominations for the yearly Pushcart Prize in poetry.

Please note these guidelines carefully:

• Send 2 copies of the manuscript.
  Manuscripts should be 16-18 pages, on 8.5×11 paper on one side only and only one poem per page. Pages should be numbered. Each poet’s final section of the book will contain 14 pages of poetry.
• Each manuscript must include:
  – Title Page with poet’s name, address, phone number and email address
  – Table of Contents
  - Acknowledgments Page for previously published poems
• A stamped, self-addressed envelope for notification must accompany each manuscript.
• Do not send artwork or photographs. Do not send your only copies of the work.
• Submissions postmarked before January 1, 2010 or after January 31, 2010 will not be read.
• Electronic versions of selected manuscripts will be required.
• Simultaneous submissions are fine, but please notify us if your manuscript is accepted elsewhere.

Manuscripts are not returned. Due to the size of our staff and time limitations, editors do not routinely comment on submissions. However, once manuscript is chosen for the Quartet Series, we will work closely with the poet to shape the manuscript. Changes may be made at that time. All design and elements of style decisions are made by the editors.

If submitted manuscripts do not meet editorial standards, Toadlily Press reserves the right not to publish.

Send manuscripts to:

Toadlily Press
The Quartet Series
PO Box 2
Chappaqua, NY 10514