Apricot Journal 2026 Poetry Contest ♥︎

Reward:

$100 for 1st

$50 for 2nd

$25 for 3rd

Suggested Theme: Change and Identity

Submissions will be judged based on craft, clarity, and originality. 

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: APRIL 30, 2026, BY 11:59 PM 

Writing Submission Guidelines

We accept the following *ORIGINAL forms of writing:

• SHORT STORIES

• POEMS (including rap)

• CRITICAL/PERSUASIVE ESSAYS

Submissions in languages other than English:

• We accept submissions in multiple languages!

• If possible, please include an English translation of your writing

• If your piece is accepted, the original text will be printed, along with an English translation

• Regarding the word counts, as long as your ORIGINAL PIECE fits the word count, it will be considered!