Global poetry contest for African writers. Open worldwide, any age. $1,000 prize. Submissions: May-Oct, no entry fee.
About the opportunity
The Glenna Luschei Prize for African Poetry is an annual literary award presented by the African Poetry Book Fund in collaboration with Prairie Schooner.
Here are the key details:
- Theme/Objective: Honor and promote African poetry written in English or in translation.
- Recognize a significant book published each year by an African poet.
Who can apply to this program?
The prize is open to African writers, defined as those born in Africa, nationals or residents of an African country, or individuals with African parents. Eligible participants include both students and professionals, with no specific age restriction.
Open to any book of original poetry, in English, published by an African writer during the previous calendar year.
Restrictions: Only poetry submissions in English can be considered, and self-published books and those published by the APBF and its African Poetry Series are ineligible.
Deadline
Manuscripts are accepted annually between May 1st and October 1st. Submissions must be postmarked within this timeframe.
Award
- The award is USD $1,000.
- In addition to the monetary prize, winning the award provides significant recognition for the outstanding contribution to African poetry.
Entry fee
There is no entry fee required to submit to the Glenna Luschei Prize for African Poetry.
More Information
- Target Participants Anyone, Students, Professionals
- Award Type Prize-money
- Program Frequency Yearly, Rolling Deadlines